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German Vivas

Toronto,ON

Summary

Accomplished Warehouse Manager with a proven track record at BoConcept, enhancing warehouse operations and staff efficiency. Excelled in inventory management and team leadership, significantly improving inventory accuracy and employee productivity. Skilled in logistics and problem-solving, ensuring optimal warehouse layout and safety standards.


Driven individual with strong organizational and leadership abilities, excelling in fast-paced environments. Possesses solid understanding of inventory management and logistics. Committed to optimizing warehouse operations and ensuring timely, efficient workflow.



Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Manager

BoConcept
09.2020 - 01.2025
  • Project Planning & Scheduling
  • Budget & Resource Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Ensure inventory levels are accurate and meet quality standards
  • Ensure the warehouse is safe and that staff follow health and safety regulations
  • Ensure products meet quality standards and are fit for purpose
  • Staff management: Recruit, train, and supervise staff, including assigning tasks and monitoring performance
  • Liaise with customers, suppliers, and transport companies to ensure orders are fulfilled on time
  • Optimize storage space, plan for future capacity needs, and implement new design layouts
  • Lead training sessions, team building, and other development opportunities for staff
  • Shipping and Distribution • Preparing and labeling outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation is included.
  • Coordinating with logistics teams to ensure on-time delivery of products.
  • Ensuring compliance with shipping regulations and handling of hazardous materials (if applicable).
  • Addressing and resolving order discrepancies or issues to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Providing support to the shipping and receiving teams to expedite orders as needed.

Warehouse Worker

Skycon
02.2016 - 02.2019
  • Receiving and Inspecting Shipments
  • Unloading incoming shipments and verifying products against purchase orders or packing slips.
  • Inspecting items for damage, defects, or discrepancies and reporting issues to the supervisor.
  • Storing products in designated warehouse locations according to size, shape, and weigh
  • Order Picking and Packing
  • Picking products from inventory to fulfill customer orders using handheld scanners or pick lists.
  • Packing products securely and accurately for shipment, ensuring products are safe during transit.
  • Labeling packages with shipping information and ensuring correct packaging for different types of items
  • Forklift Operation and Material Handling • Operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment to move products and materials safely.
  • Loading and unloading goods from trucks and placing them in designated storage areas.
  • Ensuring proper stacking and organization to maximize space and efficiency in the warehouse.
  • Quality Control • Inspecting goods for defects or issues and performing quality checks to ensure products meet company standards.
  • Documenting and reporting discrepancies or damage to supervisors.
  • Ensuring that only quality products are shipped to customers.

Education

Marketing Management

George Brown College
Toronto
09-2016

Skills

  • Shipping and receiving
  • Warehouse operations
  • Inventory and stocking
  • Inventory management
  • Delegating work
  • Hiring and training
  • Loading and unloading
  • Problem-solving
  • Order picking and processing
  • Employee safety
  • Staff supervision
  • Staff management
  • Warehouse layout optimization
  • Team building and leadership
  • Warehouse logistics
  • Logistics

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Warehouse Manager

BoConcept
09.2020 - 01.2025

Warehouse Worker

Skycon
02.2016 - 02.2019

Marketing Management

George Brown College
German Vivas