Warehouse & Logistics Manager - 20+ Years Experience

DAVID LANE

Warehouse & Logistics Manager

ABOUT ME

Results-driven Warehouse & Logistics Manager with over 20 years of experience optimizing supply chain operations, managing multimodal transportation networks, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver cost-effective, on-time solutions. Proven track record in streamlining warehouse processes, implementing inventory control systems, and negotiating vendor contracts to reduce overhead and improve service levels. Known for strategic thinking, operational efficiency, and a hands-on leadership style that fosters collaboration and accountability across all levels of the organization. Strong track record of implementing OSHA and FIFO, LIFO, FEFO, FFF FEFO, SLA, SCM,TMS, VMI, OTIF, ABC, CRS, S&OP regulations across warehouse operations, including rigorous enforcement of PPE standards and ensuring all equipment certifications are current and compliant. Skilled in developing safety protocols and conducting regular audits to maintain a hazard-free environment. Demonstrated expertise in efficient stacking methods tailored to diverse warehouse layouts, optimizing space utilization while maintaining safety and accessibility. Extensive experience handling dry food products-particularly grains-with strict adherence to grading standards, contamination prevention, and regulatory guidelines for food safety and traceability. Green Card holder. 347-***-**** *************@*****.*** New York, NY

WORK EXPERIENCE

Warehouse Logistics Executive

Warehouse Executive

Designed and implemented warehousing and logistics system Enhanced integrated support for key production and support departments Developed and maintained a comprehensive logistics department Maintained five warehouses on principle of FIFO

Managed shrinkage and loss control by improving existing methods and implementing robust checks and balances

Managed inbound stock with detailed inventory record keeping Coordinated outbound dispatch to customers and satellite branches Optimized route planning for maximum delivery cost savings and efficiency Streamlined dispatch and receiving operations

Waverly Blankets 2019 - 2024

TV Sales & Home 2016 - 2018

Warehouse & Purchasing Manager

Supervised procurement of parts and accessories for entire fleet Streamlined processes for receiving, storing, and dispatching Coordinated fleets, carriers, and routing for timely deliveries Managed team of warehouse staff, drivers, and logistics coordinators with clarity and motivation Swift Unifreight 2007 - 2016

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Business Administration

UNISA May 2016 - June 2021

SKILLS

Leadership & Team Building

Quality Control & Compliance

Inventory Management

Logistics & Distribution Planning

Negotiation & Vendor Management

Warehouse Layout & Optimization

Warehouse & Procurement Executive

Supervised procurement of parts and accessories for entire fleet Streamlined processes for receiving, storing, and dispatching Built strong relationships and secure favorable terms with suppliers and carriers Worked with procurement, sales, and customer service to align logistics with business goals Victoria Foods 1996 - 2006

Warehouse & Shipping Manager

Oversaw all in bound and outbound processed tobacco leaf and by products Organized warehouse layout to specific to grades and quality within five separate locations Prepared and oversaw customer shipments worldwide in containerized units 24/7 such as Phillip Morris, BAT, JTI, Imperial Brands and KT&G

Cross collaboration with Manufacturing, Sales and Logistics Enforced safety and health SOPs due to high number of forklifts in use on each shift [20 units] Created daily weekly and month end shipping and receiving reports Zimbabwe Leaf Tobacco 1993 - 2006

Depot and Area Manager

Handled all in bound farm grown deliveries of various grains i.e., maize, soya beans, sorghum, ground nuts, wheat and coffee

Managed five outlying depots in multiple provinces adept to a certain product Oversaw a ground nut processing plant with over 125 employees Specialized in the handling, grading, processing and storage of maize, wheat, ground nuts and coffee Trained as a Coffee liquorer responsible for roasting, grading, blending and packaging for customers such as Nestle, Key Coffee, UML International, Melitta Professional Coffee and Couri Vietnam. Managed end to end operations of three coffee processing plants in three separate locations inclusive of container shipments to customers worldwide. Grain Marketing Board 1982 - 1993

Management Development Program

University of Zimbabwe April 2000

Stock Control and Warehouse Management

Management Training Bureau July 2005

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