Richard Vandebeek
Toronto
Summary
Dynamic logistics professional with over 7 years of experience at IBM, excelling in shipping coordination and inventory management. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining compliance in a government-certified facility. Strong organizational skills and excellent communication abilities foster positive relationships with customers and vendors, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Shipper & Receiver
Farm Boy
10.2024 - Current
- Supervised loading and unloading activities for accuracy and safety.
- Maintained shipping records and documentation for compliance purposes.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance shipping efficiency and reliability.
- Resolved shipping discrepancies by investigating issues and communicating solutions.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers and vendors.
- Routinely tasked with lifting over 80 lbs throughout the day.
Shipping & Receiving & Warehouse Coordinator
IBM
05.2022 - 07.2024
- Managed inventory levels using warehouse management systems for accuracy.
- Coordinated inbound and outbound shipments to ensure timely delivery.
- Oversaw daily operations to maintain efficient workflow across the warehouse.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality assurance before storage.
- Scheduled maintenance for warehouse equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Monitored order fulfillment processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness of deliveries.
- Assisted customers with inquiries regarding their orders or requests for information about products stored in the warehouse.
Shipping & Receiving Coordinator
Post Road Health & Diet Inc
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Coordinated inbound and outbound shipments ensuring timely processing and accuracy.
- Managed inventory control and stock levels for efficient warehouse operations.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow in the shipping area.
- Maintained accurate shipping records using inventory management software.
- Assisted with loading and unloading trucks using forklifts or pallet jacks as needed.
- Received customer orders, prepared packing lists, and shipped items accordingly.
Education
Management Degree -
Humber College
Skills
- 7 years of experience in supporting logistics, shipping, supply chain, and facilities management
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong adherence to health and safety guidelines in a government-certified facility
- Knowledge of shipping and receiving procedures, and related documentation software
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Record keeping
- Shipping coordination
- Inventory management
Certification
- Counterbalanced Forklift License
- Narrow Aisle Forklift License
- Electric Jigger License
Software and Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Warehouse Management Software
- Carrier portals and systems – UPS, FedEx, Canada Post, Purolator & others
Timeline
Lead Shipper & Receiver
Farm Boy
10.2024 - Current
Shipping & Receiving & Warehouse Coordinator
IBM
05.2022 - 07.2024
Shipping & Receiving Coordinator
Post Road Health & Diet Inc
01.2019 - 01.2023
Management Degree -
Humber College
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