Abubakr Ally
Edmonton,Alberta
Summary
Dedicated and safety-conscious Warehouse Technician with over 10 years of experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, and materials handling. Known for exceptional teamwork, punctuality, and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Seeking to contribute my diligence, leadership, and technical skills to the City of Edmonton’s warehousing operations, ensuring efficient material flow, compliance, and outstanding service delivery.
Detail-oriented and dependable warehouse professional with a strong record of maintaining accuracy, safety, and operational efficiency. Proven expertise in inventory management, forklift operation, and compliance with WHMIS, SDS, and occupational safety standards. Recognized for leading teams, optimizing space utilization, and implementing process improvements that reduce errors and enhance productivity. Committed to continuous learning and supporting organizational goals through excellence in warehouse performance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Election Warehouse Technician 1
City of Edmonton
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Assist in setting up the Edmonton Election warehouse, organizing a functional space for inventory and distribution related to the 2025 Edmonton Elections.
- Receive and inspect election materials, including ballots, signage, stationary, and electronics. Maintain and organize inventory, which includes completing stock counts and entering receiving data into inventory management system and operation of Forklift.
- Fulfill orders accurately by selecting and packing necessary supplies into election carts for each location, verifying type and quantity of supplies packed.
- Pick and Pack emergency requests for resupply during Advance vote and Election Day.
- Sort and inventory ballots under very strict and tight timelines, handling and securely storing ballots confidentially upon receipt, throughout storage, and during return to the elections warehouse facility.
- Support post-election duties, including the destruction of ballots in accordance with legislative requirements, clean up/shut down of the warehouse.
- Ensure a safe work environment by conducting regular housekeeping of the warehouse and participating in safety inspections and meetings.
Warehouse Facility Coordinator / Supervisor
Alberta Energy Regulator
11.2022 - 06.2025
- Coordinated full-cycle warehouse operations supporting the world-renowned Core Research Centre, ensuring secure handling and timely movement of over 1.5M geological core boxes.
- Supervised warehouse teams to maintain safety, accuracy, and efficiency in receiving, inventory control, and order fulfillment.
- Led safety inspections and WHMIS/SDS compliance initiatives—achieving 24 consecutive months with zero workplace incidents.
- Conducted inventory audits and reconciled variances using SAP, ensuring real-time data integrity and accurate reporting.
- Implemented space optimization project increasing storage capacity by 5% and improving retrieval speed.
- Established quality inspection procedures that reduced non-conforming materials by 10%, enhancing supplier accountability.
- Managed secure storage and retrieval of confidential regulatory materials in full compliance with internal and external standards.
Warehouse Associate
Agropur MDC
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Processed high-volume inbound/outbound shipments for a national dairy distributor, maintaining precision in SKUs, weights, and expiration dates.
- Operated forklifts and powered pallet jacks to move and stage goods safely across multiple zones.
- Maintained stock levels and cycle counts through WMS and RF scanners and warehouse management software; collaborated to resolve inventory discrepancies.
- Trained new staff on safety procedures, palletizing, and equipment operation, fostering a culture of responsibility and teamwork.
- Contributed to warehouse reorganization that improved operational efficiency by 15% and shortened order turnaround times.
- Supported shutdown sanitation operations, ensuring compliance with food safety and workplace regulations.
Warehouse Associate
Geodies H&M
11.2016 - 05.2020
- Managed all aspects of inbound and outbound logistics, including receiving, inspecting, verifying, and storing shipments, and preparing products for timely and accurate dispatch.
- Daily activities required to preparing products for accurate dispatch regularly required reaching, moving, pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, twisting, gripping and pinching with both hands.
- Operated various powered material handling equipment, including forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and hand trucks, to move goods safely and efficiently throughout the warehouse.
- Picked, packed, and prepared customer orders for delivery, ensuring high accuracy in SKUs, weights, and quantities; consistently met or exceeded productivity and quality standards.
- Participated in the assembly, packing, and labeling of finished goods, contributing to daily production goals and adherence to food safety and quality assurance standards.
- Assisted with inventory replenishment and ensured critical stock levels were maintained to prevent shortages or delays in order fulfillment.
- Resolved assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet stipulated specification and notifying the supervisor for further instruction and resources.
- Overhauled machines to meet maintenance standards and providing information and implementing corrective actions.
Warehouse Associate / Maintenance Technician
Guinness Nigeria PLC
08.2012 - 09.2016
- Performed preventive maintenance on forklifts, conveyors, and refrigeration systems, reducing downtime and extending equipment life.
- Oversaw receiving, inspection, and data entry of materials, ensuring order accuracy and compliance with quality standards.
- Supported warehouse layout and replenishment improvements that streamlined product flow and reduced retrieval time.
- Assisted cross-functional teams in production, dispatch, and quality control to ensure on-time delivery and compliance with GMP standards.
- Enforced safety and environmental guidelines, identifying hazards and assisting in implementing corrective actions.
Education
Diploma in Supply Chain Management -
Sundance College
EdmontonDiploma in Electrical Installation -
Government Technical College
Oyo, NigeriaSkills
- Warehouse & Inventory Management (SAP, WMS, RF Scanners)
- Shipping
- Receiving
- Stock Reconciliation
- Forklift & Reach Truck Operation (Certified)
- WHMIS
- SDS
- OHS Compliance
- Secure Material Handling & Storage
- Emergency & Special-Order Fulfillment
- Leadership
- Training
- Team Supervision
- Safety Auditing
- Equipment Maintenance
- Strong Communication
- Customer Service Skills
Professional Qualities
- Highly punctual and dependable with a strong work ethic
- Adaptive to changing priorities and work environments
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Committed to upholding City of Edmonton’s values of safety, inclusivity, and service excellence
Languages
English
Timeline
Election Warehouse Technician 1
City of Edmonton
09.2025 - 12.2025
Warehouse Facility Coordinator / Supervisor
Alberta Energy Regulator
11.2022 - 06.2025
Warehouse Associate
Agropur MDC
08.2020 - 09.2022
Warehouse Associate
Geodies H&M
11.2016 - 05.2020
Warehouse Associate / Maintenance Technician
Guinness Nigeria PLC
08.2012 - 09.2016
Diploma in Electrical Installation -
Government Technical College
Diploma in Supply Chain Management -
Sundance College