Brian Ita’aehau
Bountiful, UT *****
*********@*****.*** 801-***-****
Professional Summary
Warehouse and Operations Manager with 15+ years of experience in warehouse management, logistics, inventory control, procurement, and supply chain operations. Skilled in workflow optimization, vendor/freight coordination, and team leadership. Proficient in ERP/WMS systems (SAP, Oracle EBS, JD Edwards, QuickBooks), Microsoft Office Suite, and procurement processes. Recognized for improving efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring on-time deliveries.
Professional Experience
Hugger Mugger – Salt Lake City, UT
Warehouse & Purchasing Manager Aug 2019 – Present
• Oversee end-to-end inventory management of raw materials, finished goods, and warehouse equipment.
• Lead and train staff on shipping, receiving, safety, and production support.
• Coordinate with suppliers and freight carriers to ensure on-time delivery of customer orders.
• Implemented order prioritization system that increased deadline compliance by 15%.
• Work with senior management on supply chain planning, procurement, and logistics strategies.
Spring Works Utah – Clearfield, UT
Shipping & Receiving Clerk Jan 2018 – Aug 2019
• Managed supplies purchasing and created purchase orders (P.O.s) for project finishes.
• Verified production routing accuracy; pulled stock to support order accuracy.
• Coordinated shipments with freight companies for cost-effective transport.
• Consistently met all same-day order shipping commitments.
Reading Horizons – North Salt Lake, UT
Warehouse Manager Jan 2012 – Jan 2018
• Oversaw shipping, receiving, inventory control, and purchasing.
• Supervised unloading/loading of trucks and ensured order fulfillment accuracy.
• Reduced shortages through efficient purchasing of daily, weekly, and monthly commodities.
• Ensured compliance of warehouse vehicles and equipment maintenance.
LDS Distribution Center – Salt Lake City, UT
Shipping & Receiving Clerk Jun 2012 – Jan 2013
• Processed nationwide and international shipments with strict deadlines.
• Pulled orders, loaded trailers, and supported cross-departmental fulfillment.
• Consistently exceeded daily shipping goals while maintaining accuracy.
Jacobsen Construction – Salt Lake City, UT
Project Engineer & Warehouse Support Apr 1998 – Jan 2012
• Handled document control, QA/QC, data entry, and cost control for major construction projects.
• Partnered with vendors and internal teams on logistics and materials procurement.
• Awards & Recognition:
• 2008 Utah Heritage Foundation Award – Salt Lake Tabernacle Seismic Upgrade & Renovation
• 2008 Outstanding Achievement Award – Utah Board of State History
Education
Associate Degree – Global Supply & Operations
LDS Business College – Salt Lake City, UT 2014 – 2017
Core Skills & Competencies
• Warehouse Management: Inventory Control, Order Fulfillment, Shipping & Receiving, ERP/WMS Systems
• Supply Chain & Procurement: Vendor Relations, Purchasing, Freight Coordination, Cost Reduction
• Leadership & Operations: Team Supervision, Safety Compliance, Training & Development, Workflow Optimization
• OSHA 10 Certified
• Systems & Tools: Acumatica, Cin7, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Certifications & Expertise: Forklift Certified, QA/QC, Kanban, Root Cause analysis
• Reduced inventory discrepancies and improved operational efficiency across multiple facilities.
• Strong communication and leadership skills for managing teams and vendor relationships.
• Broad experience across manufacturing, distribution, and construction industries.