TODD GRAVES

*** * ******* ***, ********, OHIO *3202 (H) 937-***-**** ac6p44@r.postjobfree.com

SKILLS

Proficient in JD Edwards software AS/400

Warehouse operations

Policies and procedures

Shipping and receiving

Carrier negotiation

Coaching and mentoring

WMS software

Issue resolution

Safety-conscious

Excellent time management

Deadline-driven

Quick learner

Project management

WORK HISTORY

MARCH 1984-MARCH 1986

Unit Supply Specialist U.S. Army Garlstedt, Germany

Requisitioned and received all components necessary to operate company directives

Directed inventory of all company assets

Managed turn in of all company vehicles to allow receipt of new model armor personnel carriers

Awarded the Army Achievement Medal

Generated supply requests, receipt and put away of all supplies

Planned and conducted annual section training

APRIL 1987-JULY 1997

Warehouse Lead Cascade Corporation Springfield, OH

Received all incoming product and put away in intended location

Supervised material flow, storage and global order fulfillment

Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies

Identified and implemented supply chain improvements

Led cross-department initiatives to develop and pursue cost reduction programs

Established long-term internal customer relationships through prompt and courteous service

Tracked time spent on assignments each day for productivity reporting

Enforced the on-time shipment of products to create exceptional customer experiences

1997-1999

Operations Supervisor National Distribution Centers Jacksonville, FL

Developed relationships with customers, vendors and internal stakeholders

Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity

Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy

Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork

Monitored supply chain and managed all logistics functions for company

Worked directly with customer service and external clients to achieve on time deliveries

Delivered customized and effective solutions to clients that met unique demands

Oversaw up to 7 projects at a time without sacrificing standards

Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new programs as needed

Maintained project quality with a hands-on management style

1998-2002

Warehouse Manager Marco Ophthalmic Jacksonville, FL

Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes

Implemented and enforced all policies and procedures for warehouse department

Negotiated with ocean freight, LTL and parcel carriers and received annual contracts that effectively saw a cost savings of 25%

Ensured all warehouse personnel were properly trained and certified on equipment, including forklifts

Handled employee conflicts efficiently

Managed over $8 million of in house inventory

Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies

Implemented daily cycle counts and annual inventory

Oversaw hiring and training of new employees

Led cross-department initiatives to develop and optimize cost reduction programs

Redirected shipments in response to customer request

2002-2005

General Manager Family Owned Retail/Service Co.

Managed sales and service of automotive specialty company

Annual sales of $2 million

Accomplished 50% revenue gain from year one to year two

Scheduled weekly customer installation of purchased parts

Maintained solid relationships with all external vendors

Hired, trained and handled internal disputes with associates

2005-2018

Manufacturing Associate/Lead Cascade Corporation Springfield, OH

Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining and motivating employees

Assisted machine operators with finished pieces

Fabricated large and small parts per drawing and assembled parts as required

Kept work areas clean and neat

Performed preventative maintenance to maintain optimal productivity

Organized work to meet demanding production goals

Monitored machine operation and diagnosed malfunctions

Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives

Created and followed standard operating procedures

Worked in 3 different departments manufacturing unique products in each

Conducted audits of work stations to streamline processes

Followed 5S program for departmental efficiency

EDUCATION

1982

High School Diploma

Southeastern High School, South Charleston, OH

1982-1984

Business Management

Rio Grande College, Rio Grande, OH

2002-2003

Completed Krescom “Bullet Proof Management” course

Attended APIICS CPIM Basics of Supply Chain Management and Strategic Management of Resources courses

Attended Skill Path Management and Supervisory seminars

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