Logistics and Warehouse Operations Specialist
Resume:
LOCATION
Mount Pleasant, MI, *****
PHONE
***********@*****.***
KEY EXPERTISE
3PL Negotiations
Carrier Relations (UPS/DHL)
Procurement & Ordering
Inventory Auditing
Safety Committee Leadership
Fleet Operations (Box Truck)
Logistics Documentation
Warehouse Management
Packaging Optimization
CERTIFICATIONS
Multi-Certified Forklift Operator
Commercial Box Truck Operation
OSHA Safety Compliance
MICHAEL J. DUTCHER
Logistics and Operations Specialist with over 6 years of experience in high- volume warehouse environments. Expert in streamlining supply chains, managing vendor relations, and overseeing procurement. Proven leader in safety initiatives and departmental efficiency.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Logistics & Shipping/Receiving Specialist
NVPL/Valimenta Labs
Carrier & 3PL Negotiation: Managed relationships and negotiated rates with major carriers including UPS, DHL, and FedEx, as well as 3rd party logistics providers to optimize distribution costs. Procurement Management: Orchestrated all departmental ordering for critical supplies, including specialized box sizes, pallet toppers, empty pallets, industrial wrap, and tape.
Departmental Oversight: Supervised a team of 1–2 staff members, ensuring daily operational goals and shipping deadlines were met with high accuracy.
Operational Design: Determined strategic box sizes and packaging requirements to reduce material waste and shipping expenses. Safety Leadership: Served as an active member of the Safety Committee, contributing to policy development and maintaining a zero- incident work environment.
Administrative Excellence: Managed high-volume professional correspondence via phone and email with stakeholders at all organizational levels and direct customers.
Inventory Integrity: Maintained meticulous shipping, receiving, and inventory logs to ensure 100% stock transparency.
EDUCATION
Mid Michigan Community College
Coursework in Chemical Engineering
Chippewa Hills High School
High School Diploma
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