Will Johnson, Jr.

Plainfield Ill

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Summary:

Dedicated professional with extensive experience in document verification, shipping priorities, and receiving procedures across diverse areas. Highly organized with proven ability to manage high-volume projects and coordinate efficient workflow. Effectively balances competing priorities in fast-paced, people-facing environments. Formulates mutually beneficial solutions to difficult challenges. Outstanding communicator and relationship-builder known for going above and beyond to ensure best possible outcomes. Regarded as a passionate leader, critical thinker, innovator, and a logistics expert.

Key Skills:

Health & Safety Training & Development Best Practices Policies & Procedures Cross-Functional Team.

Leadership Operations Management Strategic Planning Vendor Relations/Rapport Communication Skills.

Education:

Associate of Science and Environmental Technology from Durham Technical Community College Durham, NC. 2017

Certifications Training:

Lean/SAP Manufacturing

Certified Forklift Operator

Lock-out/Tag-out.

CPR First Responder

5S Auditor

Kronos

Professional Experience:

Hussmann, Bolingbrook IL Nov 2023 – Now

Procurement Analyst

Assisted Procurement team in sourcing and selecting suppliers, obtaining quotes, and issuing purchase orders.

Coordinated with vendors to expedite orders, resolve discrepancies, and ensure on-time delivery of materials and services.

Maintained procurement records, including contracts, invoices, and supplier documentation, in compliance with company policies and regulations.

Conducted research on products, suppliers, and market trends to support purchasing decisions and cost analysis.

Analyze purchasing data, market trends, and supplier performance metrics to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement strategies.

Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to secure favorable agreements and achieve cost reductions.

Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services while maintaining quality standards.

Utilize procurement software and data analytics tools to track purchasing activities, monitor contract compliance, and generate reports for management review.

Yates Industries, Austell, GA Sept 2022 – June 2023

Shipping & Receiving Coordinator

Served as shipping & receiving coordinator; oversaw shipment and receipt of all products, materials, and supplies; processed outbound shipments in an efficient manner in accordance to established policies.

Maintained inventory counts and quality control procedures for all incoming shipments- ensured 100% compliance quality standards.

Tasked to re-label all racks in the warehouse; contacted the manufacturer and downloaded the user manual- resulted in increased organization and efficiency.

Applied invaluable forklift experience by conducting forklift training and safety procedures; assumed the role of forklift safety trainer.

Builders First Source, Marietta, GA July 2021 – Sept 2022

Administrative Shipping & Receiving Coordinator

Printed and completed shipping documents to ensure drivers had proper documentation and pictures; submitted to the billing department.

Aided in training and developing team members in employee requirements, including emphasis on safety procedures.

Stepped up as safety manager and shift supervisor; conducted morning stretching exercises- ensured seamless operations while in the absence of leadership.

Pine Hall Berick (Randstad Staffing), Fairmount, GA Nov 2020 – May 2021

Floor Supervisor

Served in multiple roles: floor supervisor and forklift operator; trained all new hires on proper sorting of bricks; removed all finished products and replenished products; kept staff personnel gainfully employed.

Polymer Solutions Group, Calhoun, GA Sept 2018 – Month May 2020

Receiving Lead

Verified received materials, prepared items for shipping, identified cost-effective courier services, sorted/stowed stock of inventories, and tracked lost shipments.

Sakai America, GA Feb 2017 – June 2018

Shipping & Receiving Associate

Conducted shipping & receiving duties; completed installation of customer specifications on heavy machinery; loaded and unloaded machinery and equipment to multiple vendors.

Performed regular cycle counts which ensured full accuracy of inventory and availability of required customer items.

Environmental Stonework’s, NC Nov 2012 – Oct 2013

Warehouse Supervisor

Served as a warehouse supervised; spearheaded the organization of the warehouse: maintained minimum level of materials and conducted safety inspection of all equipment- resulted in adherence to safety regulations.

Conducted orientation on new hires across the organization- increased overall productivity and revenue.

Coordinated shipping and receiving with varying vendors; assisted route delivery trucks and completed bill of lading for all outbound deliveries.

Pentair Water Group, IL July 2008 – June 2011

Material Handler/Forklift Operator

Served as a point of contact for employee inquiries; received, stowed, and pulled items in support of the production line; and maintained inventory counts/quality assurance procedures for incoming shipments.

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