Warehouse manager
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Manage the daily operations and reporting to senior management teams. Make recommendations that reduce costs and implement business efficiencies while managing strict schedules and deadlines. Organize and document workflows, SOP, and training materials to encourage safety and regulatory compliance.

• Manage a 1M sq. ft. warehouse reception and distribution operation with merchandise valued at over $60M.
• Coordinate between departments to achieve processing and customer service goals.
• Lead a team of 3 supervisors, 5 coordinators, and up to 50 full- and part-time associates.

Oversee the warehouse operations for an international distributor. Administer efficient operations for hiring, training, process improvement, and project management. Develop safety measures and protocols that reduce liabilities and hazards. Develop professional improvement programs that grow employee productivity and advance the corporate mission.

• Manage a cross-functional team of 6 supervisors, 10 coordinators, and up to 100 full- and part-time associates within a $100M, 1.3M sq. ft. warehouse operation.
• Led initiative to reduce the costs of moving containers by 20%.
• Established the quality assurance (QA) department to eliminate 99% of defects before shipping.

Oversaw operations for a worldwide shipping chain with headquarters in 20 countries. 

• Ensured that inventory complied with product preparation requirements, safety requirements, and product restrictions.
• Trained and supervised a team of 200+ employees over a period of 30 years.
• Sent out daily emails informing employees of shipping schedules, changes to warehouse policies, staff meetings, and emergency notifications.
• Interviewed potential employees and was responsible for the hiring and firing of warehouse staff.
• Kept track of budget for warehouse equipment, storage space, employee salaries, and liability insurance.
• Complied with OSHA standards when performing weekly warehouse safety inspections.
• Communicated with customers regarding shipping and delivery dates, packaging issues, and service satisfaction.