Warehouse Manager

JUSTIN PALIOTTE

**********@*****.*** 773-***-****

19N765 Manhatas Trail, Algonquin, IL 60102

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Logistics and Warehouse Operations Leader with over 20 years of experience managing high-volume distribution centers and supply chain operations. Proven track record of optimizing inventory control, streamlining shipping processes, reducing operational costs, and leading cross-functional teams to exceed KPIs. Proficient in WMS, ERP, Oracle, SAP, and P21, with a commitment to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and team development.

CORE COMPETENCIES

●Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

●Inventory Optimization & Cycle Counts

●Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination

●Freight Management (LTL/FTL/Parcel/Export)

●KPI Tracking & Continuous Improvement

●ERP Software: Oracle, SAP, MAS90/SAGE, Prophet 21, Solomon IV

●Team Leadership & Training

●Lean Warehouse Operations & Management

●OSHA & Safety Compliance

●Budget & Cost Control

●Vendor & 3PL Coordination

●Import/Export Documentation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Warehouse Manager

Emergent Safety Supply – Batavia, IL May 2016 – Mar 2025

Reason for leaving: Ownership change & reorganization

●Directed all aspects of daily warehouse operations in a 100,000 sq. ft. facility

●Supervised and trained a team of 5+ staff on safety, inventory, and logistics best practices

●Achieved >98% cycle count accuracy and <1% shipping error rate through process improvements and KPI tracking

●Oversaw all outbound/inbound shipments including LTL and parcel, averaging $52K/day

●Led facility maintenance and safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance

●Streamlined SOPs and WMS workflows to improve order accuracy and on-time delivery

Assistant Team Lead – Logistics & Inventory Control

Vapor Bus International – Buffalo Grove, IL Dec 2013 – May 2016

Reason for leaving: Limited advancement opportunities

●Managed 85,000 sq. ft. warehouse and offsite storage operations

●Handled daily Oracle-based receiving operations averaging $110K

●Oversaw international shipments including FTL, LTL, and export documentation

●Led shop floor logistics team, ensuring compliance with quality and throughput metrics

●Served as point of contact for 3PL vendors and service providers

Logistics Manager

IKor Design dba GearXS – Des Plaines, IL Jul 2013 – Nov 2013

Reason for leaving: No benefits offered

●Managed logistics, purchasing, and distribution in a 100,000 sq. ft. warehouse

●Supervised a team of 20–40 employees across inventory, shipping, and receiving functions

●Optimized inbound/outbound product flow using WMS and freight systems

Inventory Control Specialist / Team Lead

Standard Register Distribution Center – Carol Stream, IL Apr 2013 – Jul 2013

Reason for leaving: Relocation of company

●Controlled inventory for 150,000 sq. ft. facility using WMS

●Executed quality control for incoming and outgoing shipments

●Led daily picking, packing, and LTL logistics operations

Warehouse & Logistics Manager

Xeikon America / Nipson America Inc. – Itasca, IL Apr 2010 – Nov 2011

Reason for leaving: Company reorganization

●Headed all domestic/international shipping, receiving, and inventory operations

●Maintained MRP and purchasing activities through SAP and MAS90

●Maintained refurbished parts production and coordinated with European HQ

Logistics & Traffic Manager

Nipson America Inc. – Itasca, IL Jan 2003 – Apr 2010

Reason for leaving: Ownership change, purchased by Xeikon America

●Spearheaded inventory control, demand planning, and international trade logistics

●Implemented automated reorder points and managed procurement cycles

●Budgeted and executed all logistics expenditures across U.S. sites

Assistant Director, Shipping & Receiving

B.P.O. Elks Headquarters – Chicago, IL Jun 1993 – Dec 2002

Reason for leaving: Limited advancement opportunities

●Oversaw supply chain operations, inventory planning, and intranet fulfillment

●Designed vendor delivery schedules and implemented consignment tracking

●Created SOPs and training programs for internal software systems

TECHNICAL SKILLS

●ERP/WMS: Oracle, SAP, Prophet 21, MAS90/SAGE, Solomon IV, Service Pro

●Shipping Software: UPS/FedEx platforms

●Forklift Equipment: Toyota, Yale, Hyster (Sit-down); Crown, Raymond (Reach/Pickers)

●Certifications: OSHA Safety Compliance, Forklift Certified

EDUCATION

Wright College – Chicago, IL

Business Management and Supply Chain Logistics

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