MERVIN C BUTLER
**** ** ****** **** **** Drum, NY 13602 407-***-****
******.******@*****.***
Objective: I am seeking to apply career interests, education and military experience to a management position with opportunities for advancement and professional growth.
Education:Six Sigma Green Belt Certification, Villanova University, Villanova, PA – 2010MBA, Logistics, Trident University, Cypress, CA – 2008, 44 credit hours, GPA 3.5Bachelor Science Degree, Business Administration, Grantham University,
Kansas City, MO – 2006, 122 credit hours, GPA 3.1
Professional Highlights and Qualifications:
Experience in logistics, recruiting, leadership and managementStrong knowledge, training and practical experience with computerized databases for tracking, ordering, receiving, and reporting of material, supplies and shipmentsSharp communication, interpersonal, problem solving and public speaking skillsProficient in Microsoft Office to include: word processing, preparation of presentations and spreadsheets, email and use of the internet
Experience:
Sears Home Services
Recruiter 1/2012 – 7/2012
1024 Florida Central Pkwy, Longwood, FL 32750
Hrs Wk: 50, Supervisor: Kimberly Fraites 407-***-****, yes contact. $55,000/Yr.
Provided field and district office recruitment support to dedicated markets within the United States.
Responsible for strategically sourcing candidates for Home Appliance Repair Technicians who are responsible for providing prompt and courteous service repair for residential customers for a variety of appliances - including but not limited to: Laundry: Washers & Dryers; Kitchen: Stoves/Ovens, Microwaves, Refrigerators & Dishwashers; Lawn & Garden: Lawn Mowers.
Utilized both traditional and non-traditional sources to identify potential candidates. Sources include: (resume mining in internet search engines and use of boolean searches; headhunting; free internet posting locations; social networking sites; local colleges/universities, etc.)
Conducted phone screening candidates, communicating with hiring managers daily and networking with recruitment sources.
Informed potential applicants about facilities, operations, benefits, and job or career opportunities in organizations.
Performed searches for qualified candidates according to relevant job criteria, using computer databases, networking, Internet recruiting resources, cold calls, media, recruiting firms, and employee referrals.
Advised managers and employees on staffing policies and procedures.
Hired applicants and authorized paperwork assigning them to positions.
Dollar General Distribution Center 8/2011 – 1/2012
Warehouse Supervisor
17815 Peggy Road, Alachua, FL 32615
Hrs Wk: 60, Supervisor: Lewis Messina 386-***-****, yes contact. $60,000/Yr.
Reviewed WMS reports; notifies WMS personnel regarding shutdowns or other WMS failures. Utilizes Standard Operating Procedures to resolve and correct problems; communicates issues to Inbound/Outbound Manager.Reviewed reports to determine daily department staffing levels; reviews staffing plan with Inbound/Outbound Manager.Developed continuity in utilization of Labor Transfer pay program. Conducted weekly and monthly staffing review with Inbound/Outbound Manager. Partnered with Training Department to monitor new employee development tracking.Reviewed quality measurements and reports status to Inbound/Outbound Manager. Maintain employee records on a daily basis. Support safety programs to reduce or eliminate employee injuries. Conducted annual employee reviews and merit increase evaluations. Interviewed and selected candidates for employment in partnership with Human Resources department.Performs counseling sessions and is empowered to dismiss employees in applicable situations
United States Marine Corps (Various Location) 7/1988 – 6/2011
Warehouse Manager / Recruiter, Gunnery Sergeant / E-7
9700 Armed Forces Reserve Drive, Suite W107, Orlando, FL 32807
Hrs Wk: 60, Supervisor: Andrew Fitzpatrick 770-***-****, yes contact. $65,000/Yr.
Served at 10 different commands with the responsibility of supervising over 300 Marines in warehousing and supply operationsDirected supply and warehousing activities for materials valued in excess of $750 millionProcessed over 250,000 shipments of personal and military property domestically and overseas Implemented warehouse modernization plan which increased storage capacity by more than 25% Guaranteed expeditious shipment and compliance to guidelines by communicating with administration departments and carriersRecruited and trained 50 personnel, matching diverse skill sets for select warehousing positions in support of Homeland SecurityIdentified and corrected over $250,000 of unresolved bills as the Command Financial PlannerManaged Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program serving over 27,000 children and managing $110,000 in fundsSupervised the activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, testing, and shipping products or materials.
Military Training (United States Marine Corps)Recruiter Leadership Course, Parris Island, SC – 2009Tools for Sales Coaching Excellence Course, Lansdowne, VA – 2009Selling Beyond the Close Course, Lansdowne, VA - 2009Recruiter Course, San Diego, CA – 2000Professional Selling Skills Program, San Diego, CA – 2000Communication Skills Program, San Diego, CA - 2000Warfighting Skills Program, Marine Corps Institute, Washington, DC - 2003Career Leadership Course, Quantico, VA – 1999Warehouse Advance Course (Honor Graduate), Camp Lejeune, NC – 1999Substance Abuse Program Management Course, Yuma, AZ – 1999Navy/Marine Corps Purchase Card Training Program, Andrews AFB, MD - 1999Hazardous Waste Operations Training, Albany, GA - 1995Collateral Duty Safety Officers Course, Parris Island, SC – 1990 Warehouse Course, Barstow, CA - 1988