William Ayala
Conyers,GA
Summary
Reliable professional with positive attitude and dedication to deliver quality in all operational activities. Experienced leading warehouse too accurately fulfill orders. Displaying articulate communication skills and effectively partnering with management teams.
Resourceful professional in logistics and distribution management, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess key skills in supply chain coordination, inventory management, and regulatory compliance. Excel in leadership, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring smooth operations and team cohesion in fast-paced environments.
Skilled in leading operations within transportation, storage, and distribution sectors. Offer solid experience in optimizing supply chain logistics, managing warehouse operations, and implementing cost-saving strategies. Strong in team leadership, operational analysis, and problem-solving to enhance efficiency and Contributed to significant process improvements in previous roles, ensuring timely delivery and inventory accuracy.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support diverse settings. to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments.
Committed Employee with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Product/Logistics Manager
J&I Cordon Electric
Lawrenceville, Ga, GA
08.2023 - Current
- Monitored inventory levels and initiated re-stocking processes when necessary.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop strategies that align with company objectives.
- Resolved customer complaints related to shipping issues or delays in transit times.
- Drafted policies regarding storage, distribution, and transportation of products.
- Developed and managed logistics strategies to improve the efficiency of operations.
- Organized distribution networks including trucking fleets, warehouses, and third-party vendors.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of goods.
- Oversaw warehouse staff to ensure proper handling and storage of materials and products.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, safety regulations and applicable laws.
- Managed day-to-day operations related to receiving, storing, packing, shipping merchandise.
- Investigated claims of damaged cargo or lost shipments in order to determine cause and remedy.
- Maintained relationships with key stakeholders like customers, suppliers, distributors.
- Reviewed invoices from carriers and vendors for accuracy prior to processing payments.
- Maintained high standards of internal and external customer service.
- Worked collaboratively with customers and staff at various levels.
- Identified and resolved shipping and packaging errors.
- Collaborated effectively in cross-functional team-oriented environment.
- Developed strong rapport through effective client needs assessment and commitment to top satisfaction levels.
- Implemented ordering, tracking and billing systems and associated processes to streamline procedures.
- Managed budget with company leadership, analyzing previous purchases and forecasting future requirements.
- Managed day-to-day shipping and receiving, overseeing large number of packages in 24-hour period.
- Managed purchases by making initial assessments, selecting suppliers and meeting support requirements.
- Performed needs analysis to determine performance gaps and developed appropriate tactics to resolve issues.
- Documented and processed transactions and accurately administered sales orders.
- Relayed information between drivers and recipients regarding ETA and potential delays.
- Updated customers and interdepartmental employees on critical shipments upon request.
- Consistently met company and department objectives within budget and time constraints.
- Strengthened operational efficiencies by developing organizational filing systems for invoices, customer orders and contract records.
- Coordinated and monitored inbound and outgoing deliveries, keeping abreast of delays and other issues.
- Identified opportunities to reduce cost and improve productivity.
- Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing personnel tasks.
- Tracked orders using functional systems and coordinated with warehouse workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
- Analyzed various aspects of corporate logistics to determine most cost-effective or efficient means of transporting products.
- Directed investigations to verify and resolve customer or shipper complaints.
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels.
- Implemented on-the-job training activities to cross-train employees on various tasks.
- Negotiated with carriers and warehouse operators for services and preferential rates.
- Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing and shipping products or materials.
- Repaired or replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Contributed to various projects, providing value to department, company and client base.
- Led teams and delegated tasks to install, maintain, or repair electrical systems and wiring.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, junction boxes and components in residential and commercial properties.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
- Addressed and resolved worksite safety hazards to reduce risk.
- Supervised apprentices and assessed completed tasks, offering guidance and encouragement.
- Reviewed blueprints to determine electrical component and wiring locations.
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
- Advised management on issues of safety in continued equipment operation.
- Managed vendor relationships by resolving discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders in a timely manner.
- Conducted cycle counts to verify accuracy of inventory data.
- Conducted research on new products or services that could benefit the company's operations.
- Developed process improvements to reduce waste, improve cost efficiency, and increase customer satisfaction.
- Organized periodic meetings with suppliers to review pricing agreements, product development initiatives, contract compliance issues.
- Created detailed bill of materials documents for use in production planning activities.
- Coordinated logistics activities related to the transport of goods between suppliers and the company's warehouses.
- Received incoming shipments and verified against purchase order requirements.
- Maintained accurate stock levels of materials, components, and supplies.
- Identified areas where process improvements could be implemented resulting in increased productivity and cost savings.
- Reviewed and updated material records in inventory database.
- Participated in cross-functional teams dedicated to identifying cost reduction strategies related to materials management processes.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure availability for production needs.
- Executed purchase orders for both direct and indirect materials according to approved budget guidelines.
- Performed root cause analysis on defective parts and materials returned from customers or vendors.
- Established supplier accounts and negotiated terms of delivery schedules and payment terms for materials purchases.
- Investigated new suppliers for potential sourcing opportunities based on price performance criteria.
- Analyzed new available materials and technologies for use suitability.
- Processed delivery of carrier and prime vendor packages.
- Recommended solutions for potential quality problems to increase division productivity.
- Verified shipments received and entered receipts into materials management system.
- Investigated suggested materials to find reliable, cost-effective suppliers to provide high-quality products.
- Conducted warehouse cycle counts and rotated stock.
- Completed routing, counting and functional testing of received items.
- Packaged products and goods to arrange transportation for shipment.
- Maintained inventory management supply storage rooms by following stock locations and prescribed supply quantities.
- Worked with vendors to set reasonable schedules that met production needs.
- Operated inventory logs and handheld computers to count and assess departmental supply needs.
- Produced data models for project leaders.
- Coordinated materials for retrograde, issue, repackaging, storage, disposal and shipment to designated sites and identified, sorted, processed and turned in material.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks and dollies.
- Kept organized and updated documentation for procurement department.
- Sorted products and materials into predetermined sequences for display, packing, shipping and storage.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Stored finished products in labeled cartons and recorded location.
- Analyzed product labels and purchase orders to verify shipment content accuracy.
- Encouraged and improved cross-department internal communication.
- Transported Materials to Designated Locations.
Product/Logistics Manager
Wallace Electric
Conyers, Georgia
06.2017 - 07.2023
Warehouse Manager
OHCO
Covington, GA, Georgia
01.2014 - 05.2017
- Ensured that all orders were accurately fulfilled in a timely manner.
- Collaborated closely with logistics teams to ensure smooth flow of shipments across international borders.
- Utilized inventory management software to track stock levels and maintain accurate records.
- Coordinated and monitored the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods within the warehouse.
- Monitored staff performance, identified areas for improvement, and provided training as needed.
- Resolved customer complaints related to product quality or delivery issues.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of safety regulations and ensured compliance with them at all times.
- Conducted periodic audits of the warehouse environment to identify any potential hazards or risks.
- Communicated regularly with other departments regarding supply chain activities.
- Organized regular cycle counts of physical inventory to ensure accuracy of system data.
- Developed strategies to optimize workflow processes in order to maximize productivity.
- Planned and implemented efficient warehousing systems for incoming and outgoing goods.
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
- Read computer-generated move tickets, put-away labels and delivery labels to properly move merchandise.
- Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors, and transport companies.
- Provided detailed instructions for job responsibilities, safety protocols and company guidelines to new employees.
- Increased productivity through cross-training and thorough training of both current employees and new hires.
- Processed requests and supply orders and pulled materials to successfully prepare orders.
- Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
- Provided information to shipping and receiving personnel regarding inventory stock.
- Oversaw inventory of incoming and outgoing materials based on physical counts and bar-code systems.
- Managed the disposal of surplus, damaged, or obsolete inventory in accordance with company policies.
- Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing personnel tasks.
- Identified opportunities to reduce cost and improve productivity.
- Directed investigations to verify and resolve customer or shipper complaints.
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels.
- Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing and shipping products or materials.
- Tracked orders using functional systems and coordinated with warehouse workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
Construction Worker
Family Business
Covington, GA, GA
01.2012 - 10.2013
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Followed blueprints or engineering plans to determine the best methods of assembling structures.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on all tools used during construction process ensuring that they were properly functioning at all times.
- Repaired damaged structures with appropriate materials including wood and metal components.
- Performed various carpentry tasks such as constructing walls, installing doors, windows and siding.
- Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
- Assisted in the preparation of construction sites by clearing debris, leveling ground and erecting scaffolding.
- Mixed concrete, mortar and other materials to prepare building material.
- Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
- Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
- Provided assistance to supervisors when needed completing additional duties as assigned.
- Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
- Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials to improve production.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Logged inventory to track supply counts, organize equipment, and gather important materials.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newton High School
Covington, GA01-2017
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Strategic Initiatives
- Documentation
- Shipping and receiving operations
- Product Management
- Order Fulfillment
- Mentoring and training
- Warehouse Operations
- Work Delegation
- Logistics Oversight
- Purchasing management
- Supplies inventory
- Warehouse Safety
Timeline
Product/Logistics Manager
J&I Cordon Electric
08.2023 - Current
Product/Logistics Manager
Wallace Electric
06.2017 - 07.2023
Warehouse Manager
OHCO
01.2014 - 05.2017
Construction Worker
Family Business
01.2012 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Newton High School