Thomas Pinkston
Post Falls,ID
Summary
Dynamic Shipping/Receiving Manager with a proven track record at Profile Products, enhancing operational efficiency through effective training and vendor relations. Skilled in inventory control and OSHA compliance, I successfully improved accuracy and minimized discrepancies, fostering a motivated team environment. Adept at multitasking and organization, I drive results in fast-paced settings. I thoroughly enjoyed my careers at Stemfinity and Profile Products and would have never have left those positions. I left Stemfinity because we relocated our family to Post Falls, and I was laid off of Profile Products when the plant closed in November of 2024. I hope to make a life long career in Shipping and Receiving Management, and/or Warehouse Management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping/Receiving Manager
Profile Products
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Enhanced performance of receiving dock associates through training, guidance and motivation.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Maintained accurate computer records of materials weights, bill amounts, and identified variances.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Maintained positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEX, USPS, and DHL shipping companies.
Shipping and Warehouse Manager
Stemfinity
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
Driver/General Warehouse Associate
Builders Lighting and Design
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
Store Manager
Maverik Adventure's First Stop
08.2018 - 02.2022
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
Assistant Manager
Maverik Adventure's First Stop
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boise High School
Boise, ID05.2003
Skills
- Equipment operations
- Vendor returns processing
- Forklift operation
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse operations
- Vendor relations
- Safety management
- Operational budgeting
- Store operations oversight
- Product merchandising
- Supply chain management
- Financial operations management
- Database management
- POS systems
- Staff management
- Multitasking and organization
- Retail inventory management
- Inventory control systems
- Audit coordination
Timeline
Shipping/Receiving Manager
Profile Products
07.2024 - 11.2024
Shipping and Warehouse Manager
Stemfinity
08.2023 - 06.2024
Driver/General Warehouse Associate
Builders Lighting and Design
08.2022 - 08.2023
Store Manager
Maverik Adventure's First Stop
08.2018 - 02.2022
Assistant Manager
Maverik Adventure's First Stop
08.2017 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Boise High School
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