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distribution manager resume example with 14+ years of experience

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Jessica Claire
, , 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor (555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary

Over 20 years' experience in the culinary arts and customer service Over 10 years skillful workforce oversight, multitasking projects and large teams covering 24-hour work cycles Goal-oriented with strong leadership capabilities, focused communication, and proactive problem-solving. Familiar with Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, Slack, Asana, Jotform, various routing software, Dolce, and additional database and software applications. Detail-oriented Distribution Manager recognized for superior service in the distribution. Proven skills in supply chain management and operational excellence. Hardworking and organized with expertise in team managment. Offering over twelve years of customer service success.

Skills
  • Equipment Maintenance and Inspections
  • Service Provider Communication
  • Onboarding and Training
  • Logistics Integrations
  • Logistics Planning
  • Interdepartmental Collaboration
  • Emergency Operating Procedures
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Cost Analysis
  • Logistics Data Analysis
  • Shipping Activity Oversight
  • Logistics Database Management
  • Issue Resolution
  • Inventory Management Software
  • Regulations Compliance
  • Customer Service
  • Product Transportation
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Receiving Oversight
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Logistics Analysis
  • Workforce Management
  • Analytic Tools and Methods
  • Equipment Inspections
  • Improvements Recommendations
  • Inventory Management
  • Standards Documentation
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Software
  • Problem-Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Recruiting and Interviewing
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Time Management
  • Logistics Processes Planning
  • Warehouse Safety Programs
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
Experience
12/2017 to Current Distribution Manager Avantor | Louisiana, MO,
  • Promoted from Catering Manager to Distribution Manger, senior leadership, after one year
  • Maintain oversight of the distribution warehouse operation which consists of 3 teams; packing, and daytime and overnight delivery shifts
  • Lead a 25-member workforce, overseeing hiring, scheduling, ongoing training, coaching, counseling, and annual reviews
  • Order product with accurate projections of production and sales, and present weekly inventory forecasts
  • Create and implement delivery routing including will-call pickups and large inventory distribution
  • Manage vehicle fleet records and maintenance scheduling
  • Uphold vendor relations including working with accounts to ensure outstanding customer service and delivery execution is consistently met
  • Keep meticulous daily FDA paperwork, consistently passing quarterly audits
  • Tracked goods to verify delivery timetables and effectively route to final destinations.
  • Drove client retention by delivering exceptional customer service.
  • Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, testing and shipping products to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies by hiring and training staff to drive growth initiatives.
  • Proactively identified and solved complex strategy problems impacting business direction.
  • Reduced process lags and effectively managed 25 associates to ensure optimal productivity.
  • Reduced process lags and effectively managed 25 associates to ensure optimal productivity.
  • Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels.
  • Implemented on-the-job training activities to cross-train employees on various tasks.
  • Directed investigations to verify and resolve customer or shipper complaints.
  • Tracked orders using functional systems and coordinated with warehouse workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
  • Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
  • Established and monitored specific supply chain-based performance measurement systems.
  • Coordinated and monitored outgoing deliveries, keeping abreast of delays and other issues.
  • Handled departmental scheduling to maintain proper staffing for shifts.
  • Developed and documented standard and emergency operating procedures for shipping products.
12/2016 to 12/2017 Commissary Manager Elior | Olathe, KS,
  • Managed day-to-day operations with supervision of employees and product purchasing
  • Maintained inventory and purchasing totals with accurate budget oversight
  • Produced and delivered dressing to all brick-and-mortar stores
  • Ensured accurate delivery counts
  • Responded to Store Manager concerns and conveyed details about results.
  • Trained new hires on customer service and rotation practices.
  • Suggested additional items to Management to increase sales.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
12/2010 to 12/2012 Cook/Grab and Go Lead Ollie's Bargain Outlet | Atlanta, GA,
  • Successfully refined and implemented new projects including Pre-Pack/Grab-and-Go programs
  • Inventory oversight and catering production, with appropriate product handling and utilization
  • Effective problem solving in a busy kitchen environment
  • Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Coordinated employee schedules according to shift changes and availability.
  • Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
  • Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively.
  • Planned and managed resources to consistently meet production, quality and cost goals.
  • Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
12/2002 to 12/2008 Assistant Team Leader Whole Foods | City, STATE,
  • Successfully executed new programs, including product marketing and placement, that raised sales by 20%
  • Integral team member responsible for clearing a labor deficit of $20,000.00
  • Trained new team members, tracked current team members' skills achievement, verified safe operating practices and reported and analyzed work-related injuries.
  • Led and directed 8 supervisors and 3 Sous Chef's performing food production, customer service,and delivery and collaborated with store leadership to boost overall store performance.
  • Formulating, writing, and implementing new team member, customer service, kitchen, and driver policies
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
  • Assigned projects and distributed tasks to team members as per area of expertise.
  • Conferred with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments.
  • Fostered positive employee relationships through communication, training and development coaching.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
  • Trained, supervised, and evaluated team members, coached on improvement of leadership skills
  • Diplomatically resolved team member disputes and customer complaints
  • Conducted annual performance reviews
  • Maintained accurate product purchasing and inventory counts with budget
  • Implemented a successful kitchen-wide sanitation program
Education and Training
Expected in 05/1993 to to High School Diploma | Delgado Community College, New Orleans, LA GPA:
Certifications
  • Project Managment, Evergreen State College - 2022
  • Supervisory Certificate, Evergreen State College - 2022

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Delgado Community College

Job Titles Held:

  • Distribution Manager
  • Commissary Manager
  • Cook/Grab and Go Lead
  • Assistant Team Leader

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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