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Valerie Lawlor

Warehouse Manager
Nederland,CO

Summary

Dynamic Warehouse Manager with over 20 years of experience in optimizing operations through data analysis, customer service, inventory control, and logistics. Proven expertise in leveraging WMS, Excel, and SAP to streamline warehouse workflows and enhance inventory accuracy. A strategic thinker recognized for transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive effective decision-making. Dedicated to fostering continuous improvement and team leadership while utilizing technology to elevate operational performance and efficiency.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Language

Work History

Warehouse Manager

Mine Site Technologies Inc.
Golden, Colorado
04.2022 - Current
  • Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Streamlined operations for faster order processing by updating warehouse layout and organization.
  • Optimized transportation logistics, securing reliable carriers at competitive rates for efficient delivery times
  • Directed logistics and inventory for MST-USA and MST-Canada facilities.
  • Established and managed CBSA compliance, CARM setup, broker relationships, Custom bonds, and logistics operations.
  • Collaborated closely with sales department to address any issues related to product availability or shipment delays.

Inventory Control Coordinator

RMI Laser LLC
Lafayette, Colorado
03.2020 - 09.2021
  • Collaborated directly with team members within the Warehouse, Incoming Inspection, Quality Control, Purchasing, Production, and Engineering.
  • Accurate data entry and recording into the ERP system for receipts, inventory, purchase orders, work orders, shipping, and receiving.
  • Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and implementing efficient tracking systems.

Shipping and Receiving

RMI Laser LLC
Lafayette, Colorado
10.2019 - 02.2020
  • Verify incoming items against packing lists and POs (part number, quantity, etc.), report shortages, and reject damaged items through proper procedures.
  • Determine shipping method (quotes), and prepare shipping documentation (BOL/receipts/pack list) for domestic and international shipments.
  • Managed shipping and receiving activities for a company with 50 or more orders processed daily.

Data Analyst

Sounds True Inc
Louisville, Colorado
07.2018 - 05.2019
  • Pulled and analyzed returns data from ERP system to provide visibility to executive team.
  • With the goal of lower return rates of specific product types not reaching benchmarks and improving customer satisfaction.
  • Pulled and reconciled warehouse open orders report to ensure timely order processing and prevent order delays. Processing time improved by 0.75% while volume increased by 15%.

Return Supervisor

Sounds True Inc
Louisville, Colorado
05.2014 - 06.2018
  • Process wholesale returns consist of credit accounts, inventory adjustments and quality control procedures.
  • Reduced processing times by 30% in first year
  • Increased productivity through streamlined processes and system efficiency
  • Collaborated with team members to facilitate returns quickly and provide outstanding customer service

Assistant Shipping Supervisor

Sounds True Inc
Louisville, Colorado
06.2008 - 04.2014
  • Determined shipping methods, prepared BOL, invoices, and packing list.
  • Identified appropriate solutions to minimize issues and quickly solve problems.
  • Contributed to reducing order processing error rates from 9% to 0.6%
  • Trained newly hired and temporary employees by explaining job, quality, responsibilities, enforcing processing times and overseeing task prioritization.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO

GED -

Intergenerational Learning Center
Commerce City, CO
03.2012

Skills

Timeline

Warehouse Manager

Mine Site Technologies Inc.
04.2022 - Current

Inventory Control Coordinator

RMI Laser LLC
03.2020 - 09.2021

Shipping and Receiving

RMI Laser LLC
10.2019 - 02.2020

Data Analyst

Sounds True Inc
07.2018 - 05.2019

Return Supervisor

Sounds True Inc
05.2014 - 06.2018

Assistant Shipping Supervisor

Sounds True Inc
06.2008 - 04.2014

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

Front Range Community College

GED -

Intergenerational Learning Center
Valerie LawlorWarehouse Manager