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Tara Barr

Perryville,Maryland

Summary

Manage a small group of employees with in the Inventory control department. Communicated with operation to help the warehouse work as one team. Audit and record keeping for inventory control. Maintain necessary changes with the selection pick path and labeling. Working with billing and third party companies to make rack changes


Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

IC/QA Lead

C & S Wholesale
04.2024 - Current

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  • Assisted in cycle count program implementation which led to more efficient and accurate inventory control processes.
  • Ensured proper documentation of all incoming shipments by verifying packing slips against purchase orders before updating the database accordingly.
  • Streamlined warehouse processes for increased efficiency by implementing new inventory control systems and procedures.
  • Identified opportunities for continuous improvement within the inventory control process, implementing changes that resulted in cost savings and improved accuracy rates.
  • Enhanced team productivity through effective training, coaching, and performance management of inventory control staff members.
  • Reduced product loss with thorough tracking of inventory movement, ensuring proper storage conditions, and minimizing spoilage.
  • Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and reconciling discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
  • Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.

Inventory Control Specialist

C & S Wholesale
11.2022 - 04.2024
  • Conducted periodic cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy, identifying discrepancies early on to mitigate potential issues.
  • Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
  • Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory.
  • Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
  • Managed inventory control for high-volume warehouses with accurate, timely stock replenishment.
  • Trained new employees on inventory management best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable workforce capable of maintaining high standards of accuracy.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams during physical inventories, ensuring accurate counts while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
  • Built strong vendor relationships for timely goods and materials deliveries.
  • Optimized storage capacity utilization with strategic organization of products in the warehouse, allowing for easier accessibility and improved productivity.
  • Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.

Slotter

C & S Wholesale
11.2011 - 11.2022

*Assign pick locations for new inventory, while maintaining a structured pick path for selection.

*Maintain GMP practices Flammability considerations, commodity grouping and special customer requirements

*Analyze aisle movement and make necessary adjustments to enhance productivity & capacity

*Perform maintenance moves to reduce damages and improve ergonomics consistently maintain all location labels

*Balance efficiencies between shipping and receiving to maximize overall capacity & efficiency

*Serve as liaison between warehouse and procurement to assist, as well as description related issues

*Serve as liaison between warehouse and procurement to assist, as well as description related issues

*Serve as liaison between warehouse and procurement to assist,as well as description related issues




Utility Worker

C & S Wholesale Services
09.2010 - 11.2011

*Forklift & pallet Jack use to get expiration Dates and identify unknown pallet from up in the reserve location

*verify product in the reserve locations and in the correct locations and move adjustments and needed in ensure the inventory of the warehouse is correct

*letdown pallet and loaded pallets for R-bills and inventory liquidations


OS&D Department

C & S Wholesale Services
04.2010 - 09.2010

*Managed the proper processors of damaged and returned product

*Receiving over-shipped and damaged product from customer and from with in the warehouse

*Product was repacked for reshipping

*Sent product to Salvaged or sent to Food banks to was unsellable

*Maintain records and released credits of returned product from all customers

Communicated with customer service and stores about any discrepancies with returned product

Education

High School Diploma -

Perryville High School
Perryville, MD
06-2003

Skills

Manage Small groups

Communications with third party companies

Audit processes

Systems and software programs

Stand up forklift

Sit down forklift

Pallet jack

Cherry picker

Database management

Inventory audits

Inventory management

Heavy lifting

Timeline

IC/QA Lead

C & S Wholesale
04.2024 - Current

Inventory Control Specialist

C & S Wholesale
11.2022 - 04.2024

Slotter

C & S Wholesale
11.2011 - 11.2022

Utility Worker

C & S Wholesale Services
09.2010 - 11.2011

OS&D Department

C & S Wholesale Services
04.2010 - 09.2010

High School Diploma -

Perryville High School
Tara Barr