Howard Barron
Belledune,NB
Summary
Dynamic Warehouse Manager with proven success at Mr. Janitorial, enhancing efficiency through innovative inventory management and optimized logistics. Skilled in staff training and safety oversight, I foster a motivated team culture that consistently exceeds performance targets. Achieved significant improvements in order fulfillment and customer satisfaction while maintaining compliance with safety standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
Mr Janitorial
Newmarket, ON
06.2019 - Current
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to whmis guidelines and company policies.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through timely order fulfillment and accurate inventory tracking.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture that motivated employees to perform their best while maintaining high morale.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Streamlined operations for faster order processing by updating warehouse layout and organization.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Managed relationships with external partners such as suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing disruptions in supply chain operations.
- Collaborated closely with sales department to address any issues related to product availability or shipment delays.
- Reduced product damage with improved packaging methods and training staff on proper handling techniques.
- Developed strong team of warehouse employees with comprehensive training programs and performance evaluations.
- Boosted warehouse operations performance by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
- Optimized transportation logistics, securing reliable carriers at competitive rates for efficient delivery times.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations through regular inspections, staff training, and policy updates.
- Enhanced team productivity with regular training sessions on safety and operational procedures.
- Optimized shipping and receiving operations, ensuring timely dispatch and receipt of goods with minimal delays or damage.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedule for warehouse equipment, reducing downtime and repair costs.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
Warehouse Manager
Apex Sanitation Product's Ltd/Bunzl Canada
06.2012 - 04.2019
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with Whmis safety standards.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to whmis guidelines and company policies.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through timely order fulfillment and accurate inventory tracking.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture that motivated employees to perform their best while maintaining high morale.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Managed relationships with external partners such as suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing disruptions in supply chain operations.
- Collaborated closely with sales department to address any issues related to product availability or shipment delays.
- Reduced product damage with improved packaging methods and training staff on proper handling techniques.
- Enhanced employee productivity, implementing effective scheduling and task delegation strategies.
- Improved delivery plans with strong scheduling knowledge, organizational skills, and route development expertise.
- Developed strong team of warehouse employees with comprehensive training programs and performance evaluations.
- Optimized transportation logistics, securing reliable carriers at competitive rates for efficient delivery times.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations through regular inspections, staff training, and policy updates.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings in procurement, renegotiating supplier contracts or seeking alternative sources when necessary.
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
Education
Bachelor Of Business Administration - Business Administration
Placentia Trade School
Placentia, NL05.1986
Skills
- Shipping and receiving
- Forklift operations
- Warehouse operations
- Inventory and stocking
- Inventory management
- Delegating work
- Hiring and training
- Loading and unloading
- Problem-solving
- Order picking and processing
- Employee safety
- Safety monitoring
- Staff supervision
- Mentoring and training
- Order fulfillment
- Staff management
- Warehouse layout optimization
- Customer care
- Workflow coordination
- Safety oversight
- Safety standards
- Warehouse logistics
- Heavy lifting
- Unpacking merchandise
- Quality assurance
- Employee scheduling
- Logistics
- Conflict resolution
- Operations planning
- Billing and invoicing
- Logistics management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
Mr Janitorial
06.2019 - Current
Warehouse Manager
Apex Sanitation Product's Ltd/Bunzl Canada
06.2012 - 04.2019
Bachelor Of Business Administration - Business Administration
Placentia Trade School