Logistics Specialist
Resume:
MAX MEIER
Vanastra, Ontario, Canada N0M 1L0
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OBJECTIVE
To plan, organize and direct, through a team, logistics activities and initiatives utilizing my warehouse and inventory materials management experience with developed abilities in team leadership and problem solving. This will contribute to the growth and profitability of an organization.
QUALIFICATIONS
A highly trained logistics and warehouse specialist with extensive experience in civilian and military organizations serving in diverse domestic and international markets. Achieved success through:
• Managing the day to day logistics operation in the areas of best practices of warehousing and inventory control to ensure productivity and growth
• Coordinating customer service, communication and administration of staff for improved performance levels and efficiency
• Building relationships with internal and external customers to manage projects and ensure safe working practices and workload execution
• Development and implementation of best in class warehouse management and inventory control systems
• Problem / issue identification, alternative solutions analysis and decisive action implementation to deliver resolution
• Effective oral and written communications with all levels of the organization
• Providing staff leadership through personal example, ability to take the initiative and team building
ACHIEVEMENTS
Supervised small to large warehouse operations in diverse industries. Worked with sales, purchasing, marketing operations and customer service. Oversaw shipping, receiving, order filling, health and safety and inventory control resulting in an efficient and effective logistics operation
Developed relationships with military, civilian, NATO and Afghani locals. Provided leadership and support for the organization of a spare parts warehouse. Managed warehouse fulfillment, sourcing, repair and disposal, hazardous materials and computerization of spare parts ensuring opportunities for global prosperity.
Controlled inventory for automotive and aircraft parts, oils and petroleum, electronic equipment and food for military operations. Managed mobile warehouse during military exercises which included order replenishment and inventory control functions. Oversaw an operation that provided equipment and service which ensured total customer satisfaction.
Managed company wide warehouse operations and assets. Ensured Key Performance Indicators were met. Health and Safety guidelines were administered. Procurement and maintenance of equipment were adhered to. Resulted in a successful operation of a warehouse through a timely, proficient and cost effective manner.
Initiated a redesign of company warehouse operations. Installed safe working practices and integrated a LEAN operational environment. The result was an efficient and effective logistical operation with a 33% decrease in manpower and a $39,000 increase in product availability.
Max Meier
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Warehouse Technician, SNC-LAVALIN PAE, Kandahar Afghanistan 2009-2011
Civilian contractor in warehousing and logistics for Canadian Contractor Augmentation Program in Afghanistan supporting NATO and Canadian military
Warehouse Supervisor, KAR INDUSTRIAL, Mississauga, ON 2007-2008
Supervised day to day operations of a 25,000 sq ft warehouse. Coordinated and mentored staff in areas of inventory distribution, customer service and Health and Safety. Worked with Purchasing, Sales, Marketing
and Operations to meet total customer satisfaction and expectations.
Shipping Supervisor, SCM ( Walmart Canada ), Mississauga, ON 2006-2007
Managed the automated product flow of high volume, fast paced shipping department within a 1.5 million sq ft third party logistics ( 3PL) Distribution Centre. Supervised staffing, administration and motivation of up to 50 employees. Provided Health and Safety guidelines and ensured KPI were being met with timelines and accuracy levels being adhered to.
Shipping/Receiving Supervisor, CAPITAL SAFETY GROUP, Mississauga, ON 2005-2006
Responsible for the day to day operations of shipping, receiving, pick / pack, order filling, inventory control
and health and safety within a 55,000 sq ft Distribution Centre. Operated within a LEAN manufacturing environment. Coordinated hiring, training and supervising of all warehouse employees. Ensured communication with management, production, manufacturing, customer service, sales, quality control and transportation representatives.
Team Leader, ENBRIDGE GAS DISTRIBUTION, Toronto, ON 1990-2004
Lead shipping and receiving personnel in a unionized environment. Executed implementation of an RF based Warehouse Management System. Provided development for Water Heater Warranty Program to maximize corporate profitability. Negotiated rates and transportation procedures. Worked with couriers, vendors, sales and management to ensure project completion.
Prior to 1990 gained experience in the Canadian Armed Forces developing logistics, people and communication skills with a drive for positive change.
EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL DEVEOLPMENT
Materials Management, Sheridan College
Logistics, Canadian Armed Forces
CPR, Standard First Aid, Health and Safety
COMPUTER PROFICIENCY
Warehouse Management Systems software, Outlook, Word, Excel, SCANCODE shipping systems
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
Hazardous Materials in the Workplace ( WHMIS ), Forklift Operator, Construction Safety Training System
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