Project Management Inventory Control

JOHN LAKICS

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Bolingbrook, Illinois 60440

Cell: 630-***-****

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PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE

Seeking a Position with an Organization that will fully challenge my vast knowledge of Project Management, Distribution, Forecasting, Procurement, Inventory Control, Demand Planning and Buying. One that will challenge my years of Supervisory and Project Management Experience. A position that will complement my knowledge of WMS Operating Systems, Challenge my Abilities, and offer me Stability, with Opportunities for Career Growth.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

28 years in the Retail / Distribution Industry, with extensive WMS Operating Systems Experience. Over 12 years of Management / Supervisory experience in an extremely fast paced Distribution Center. An experienced and accomplished Customer Service and Project Management Professional, who has excellent communications and people skills. A proven leader in developing, in implementing, and in tracking employee satisfaction and performance; which all leads to a highly motivated team that really produces results. A detail orientated individual who is highly skilled in developing, and in implementing key performance indicators, in order to achieve optimal results. Experienced with Microsoft Office Professional, Windows, SAP, AS400, Oracle, JD Edwards, Enterprise, Red Prairie, Outlook, and Excel. Also proficient with Voice-Pick Technologies, PowerPoint, Spreadsheets, Smart Sheets, SharePoint, CRM,AX Dynamics, and FTM,

STRENGTHS

- A highly intuitive, critical thinker, who creates unity within groups of people, by pointing out Vidal information that is needed in order to succeed.

- A strategic critical thinker who enjoys collaborative interactions with others when solving problems.

- An open minded individual who enjoys discovering new ideas that can help an organization to succeed.

CAREER HISTORY AND EXPERIENCE

Zones, Inc. 785 Center Avenue, Carol Stream IL. 60188. (2023-Present).

Zones is a 2 Billion dollar Global IT Solutions Provider, Delivering Products and Services to help companies transform digitally, from the Desktop, to the Data Center and the Cloud. Zones is focused on helping their customers advance through Digital Workplace Modernization, Network Optimization, and Data Center Transformation.

Project Manager / Planner:

Handled 14 Customer Accounts and Planned Daily Workload.

Participated in Daily Teams Meetings with Clients and Corporate Executives.

Planned and Hosted Onboarding Meetings for New Clients.

Prepared, Evaluated, and Executed Client Contracts and Product Change Reports.

Created Work Orders and Planned Daily Workload for Integration Labs, and Repairs Dept.

Assisted in Grading Devices and Creating Configurations.

Readied Computer Devices for Shipment with FedEx, and UPS.

Prepared and Calculated End of Month Accounting Reports for each Client.

Monitored Tracker Reports, Excel Spreadsheets, and Smart Sheet Disposal Reports.

Utilized Excel, Outlook, FTM, CRM, Microsoft 365, Enterprise, and Smart Sheets Programs.

FF-Brick. 918 N. 14th Street, DeKalb IL 60115. (2022-2023).

A Family Owned small Brick Laying Business. Assisted a family run business with Computer Data Entry, Buying Materials, Planning, and Scheduling the Daily Workload.

Planner / Scheduler / Buyer:

Remotely assisted in all the Computer Entry for the Business.

Planned the Daily Workload and Proven Negotiation Skills and Excellent People Skills.

Ensured that Production Plans, Sales Plans, and Inventory Targets meet Customer Expectations.

Assisted in Buying Materials and Negotiated Delivery Terms with Suppliers.

Strong Analytical and Presentation Skills, and a Demonstrated ability to Achieve Goals

Processed Weekly Sync Reports.

Insight, Inc. 1600 Hunter Road, Hanover Park, IL. 60133 (2018 – 2020).

Insight is a global leader in providing smart, cutting-edge technology solutions for worldwide organizations. A provider of Laptops, Monitors, Computer Accessories, and Hardware & Software Solutions.

Planner / Scheduler:

- Analyzed Distribution and Production Schedules by Negotiating Pricing and Delivery Terms.

- Performed Mathematical Calculations to Determine Production Needs.

- Planned and Schedule Routing and Lead Time Needs According to Routing Sequences & Lead Times.

- Released Job Orders and Track Inventory Usage.

- Completed Production Reports, and Forecast Weekly and Monthly Shipments.

- Meetings with Supervisors, Managers, and Executives, to determine Status of Scheduled Projects.

- Ensured that Production Plans, Sales Plans, and Inventory Targets meet Customer Expectations.

- Achieved Results by taking on New Opportunities and Tough Challenges.

Procurement / Supply Chain Analyst:

Developed and executed changes to the Demand Plan based on Demand and Market changes.

Managed Forecasts of product needs in collaborations with Sales Trends.

Used SAP and Excel to Measure and Analyze adherence to Key Performance Indicators.

Investigated Business Trends and Supply Chain issues by using V-Lookups & Pivot Tables.

Made Recommendations to Enhance Processes and Opportunities to improve Efficiencies.

Monitored Inventory Levels and Supply Chain Movements.

Armada Supply Chain Hub Center. 1257 North Schmidt Road, Romeoville, IL. 60446 (2015 – 2018). Armada is a 3-PLY leader in the Supply Chain Industry, Armada recently won the US Environmental Protection Agency’s Smart-Way Award for moving goods in the cleanest, and most efficient way for the food industry.

Inventory Analyst / Planner

Remotely Oversaw the Inventories of four Distribution Centers.

Remotely assisted in all the Computer Entry for the Business.

Monitored Cycle Counts and Inventory Adjustments.

Oversaw OS&D Claims for Darden Direct Logistics.

Monitored Shipments and Receivers.

Investigated EDI Transactions.

Processed Weekly Sync Reports.

Communicated with all Levels of Management and Executives.

Contacted Vendors and Outside Suppliers.

Analyst Experience:

Proven Negotiation Skills and Excellent People Skills.

Negotiated Prices and Delivery Times with Vendors.

Monitored and Analyzed Past and Future Sales Trends for Clients

Investigated Past and Future Sales Totals in Dollars.

Monitored Inventory Levels for Future Sales

Performed Time Studies and Cycle Counts, and Adjusted Inventory Levels

Monitored Shelf Life and About to Expire Reports.

Processed End of Month Closing Reports

Prepared Operating Budgets and Implemented Cost-Cutting Measures.

Strong Analytical and Presentation Skills, and a Demonstrated ability to Achieve Goals.

United Facilities, Inc. 1370 Orchard Road, Montgomery, IL, 60538. (2014 – 2015).

United Facilities is Owned and Operated by General Mills, Inc., and a leader in the food industry.

2nd Shift Operations Supervisor.

. Shift Supervisor for a 1.2 Million Sq. Ft. DC.

Oversaw Complete Warehouse Operations and monitored entire Distribution Center Productivity.

Monitor Production Reports, Budgets, and Payroll.

Oversaw Product Inbound, Outbound, Trailer Yard, and Drivers.

Oversaw Shipping, Receiving, Staging, Put-a-way, and Picking.

Supervised Team Leads, Dispatcher, Office Staff, Guards, and Associates.

Action Orientated by taking on New Opportunities and Tough Challenges with a sense of Urgency

Target, Inc., 28201 Diehl Road, Store #T-1903, Warrenville, IL, 60555. (2011 - 2015).

Target is the Nation’s Third Largest Discount Retailer, with locations Worldwide.

Produce Asst. Team Lead;

Oversaw the Frozen Dairy, Produce, Meat, and Seafood Departments.

Oversaw the Food Orders for all Food Departments, and Oversee Food Inventory Levels.

Supervised the In-Stocks Signing Department, Create Price Tags, Labels, and Promotional Ads.

Created Order Batches, Proficient in Plan-O-Grams and in Merchandising Products.

Big Lots, Inc., 1163 East Ogden Avenue, Store #4506, Naperville, IL. 60563. (2011 - 2015).

Big Lots is one of the Nation’s largest Close-Out Retailer.

Store Merchandiser:

Proficient in all Computer System Functions.

Unprecedented Customer Service Abilities.

Unrivaled Innovation and Great Planning Abilities.

Performed all Store Functions according to Established Procedures.

Efficient in Stocking, Pricing, and in Order Processing.

Pier 1 Imports, Inc., 609 S. Kirk Rd., St. Charles, IL. 60174. (1980 - 2009).

Pier 1 Imports is a Billion Dollar Company, and is the largest importer of Home Furnishings in North America.

Inventory Control Lead and WMS Systems Specialist:

Monitored a 14 Million Dollar Inventory for a 700 Thousand Sq. Ft. Warehouse.

Prepared Operating Budgets and Implemented Cost-Cutting Measures.

A Great Team Leader with Superior Multi-Tasking Skills.

Superior Communication Skills with Vendors, Buyers, and Upper Management.

A Proven Track Record for Excellence and Continuous Improvement.

Performed Time Studies and Cycle Counts, and Adjusted Inventory Levels.

Evaluated WMS Reports for Future Store Orders, and Buying Trends.

Changed Computer Travel Paths, Created Trouble-Shooting Computer Patches.

Launched and Created a WMS Computer Training Manual for all Associates.

Order-Processing Supervisor:

Processed Orders with RF Scanners and Voice-Pick Technologies.

Supervised a High Volume Order-Processing Department.

Processed 12,000 Daily Store Orders, for 126 Stores Throughout the Midwest.

Supervised, Trained, and Preformed Performance Reviews

Interviewed New Associates, and Monitored Key Performance Indicators.

Knowledgeable in all Departments of a Distribution Center.

Strong Analytical and Presentation Skills, and a Demonstrated ability to Achieve Goals.

Worked Overtime Hours, and Assisted Pier 1 in becoming Profitable Organization.

EDUCATION

DePaul University

Chicago, Illinois.

Liberal Arts Bachelors Degree in Business Management (2002).

GPA: 3.9/4.0 - Graduated with Highest Distinction.

College of DuPage

Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

Liberal Arts Associate Degree in Business (1995).

GPA: 3.4/4.0 - Graduated with High Honors.

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