Whitni Bridgewater
Plainfield,IN
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in inventory management and quality control. Proven ability to document inventory levels and train new employees, ensuring efficient operations and safety compliance.
Efficient Inventory Team Leader with substantial experience in managing stock and supply chains. Strengths include implementing inventory control procedures, coordinating team members, and ensuring product quality. Notable for improving efficiency in inventory management and reducing costs through strategic planning and execution.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Receiver
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
Avon, Indiana
08.2021 - Current
- Received and inspected incoming shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Organized merchandise in the warehouse to optimize space and accessibility.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move heavy inventory safely.
- Documented inventory levels using company software for tracking purposes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline receiving processes efficiently.
- Trained new employees on receiving procedures and safety protocols.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment in the receiving area.
- Received and verified incoming shipments for accuracy of items, quantities, and condition.
- Utilized correct and safe operating procedures when using equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to load, unload, and move materials.
- Cleaned and organized work areas, equipment, and storage facilities as needed.
Inventory Team Lead
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
Avon, Indiana
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Supervised inventory management processes to ensure accuracy and organization.
- Trained team members on inventory control systems and best practices.
- Coordinated stock counts and reconciled discrepancies in inventory records.
- Implemented efficient storage solutions to optimize warehouse space utilization.
- Collaborated with departments to streamline inventory flow and reduce delays.
- Led daily cycle counts and monthly physical inventories to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Coordinated with vendors regarding orders and deliveries of materials to ensure timely arrival of goods.
- Created, maintained, and updated detailed reports on inventory movements, trends, and forecasts.
- Monitored the warehouse inventory levels and ensured that all items were adequately stocked.
Sales Associate
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
Avon, Indiana
07.2014 - 03.2019
- Assisted customers with product selection and home improvement inquiries.
- Maintained organized sales floor and ensured product displays were appealing.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits to enhance customer understanding.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Ipfw
Fort Wayne, INSkills
- Inventory management
- Shipping documentation
- Forklift operation
- Quality control
- Merchandise handling
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Safety compliance
- Shipping and receiving
- Coachability
Timeline
Primary Receiver
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
08.2021 - Current
Inventory Team Lead
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
03.2019 - 08.2021
Sales Associate
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
07.2014 - 03.2019
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Ipfw