John Purvis
Prospect
Summary
Dynamic Warehouse Manager with proven expertise at Floorsplus in optimizing operations and enhancing inventory accuracy. Skilled in forklift operations and safety monitoring, I successfully redesigned layouts to maximize space and streamline processes. Adept at problem-solving and fostering team collaboration, I consistently improved efficiency and maintained high safety standards.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
Floorsplus
11.2008 - 07.2024
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Streamlined operations for faster order processing by updating warehouse layout and organization.
- Managed relationships with external partners such as suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing disruptions in supply chain operations.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedule for warehouse equipment, reducing downtime and repair costs.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Strengthened company reputation through polite and friendly interactions with customers during deliveries.
- Maintained clean job sites by disposing of debris responsibly and organizing tools for efficient workflow.
- Cut and trimmed flooring to fit around obstacles and within tight spaces.
- Reduced material wastage by accurately measuring and cutting flooring materials according to project specifications.
- Supplied accurate measurements and estimates for projects.
- Recorded measurements and devised plans to match installation specifications.
- Operated sit-down forklift to unload and load carpet rolls and flooring skids into work vans.
Storeperson
Peerless JAL
03.2004 - 12.2007
- Picked stock according to order sheets and prepared for transport.
- Operated equipment such as hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts on daily basis.
- Restocked shelves and helped customers locate desired items.
- Received and checked incoming goods for damage and discrepancies with paperwork.
- Operated material handling equipment safely while loading or unloading deliveries.
Skilled Laborer
C & M Interiors
08.2001 - 11.2004
- Demonstrated versatility in adapting quickly between different types of skilled labor tasks depending on project requirements.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Used problem-solving skills to troubleshoot unexpected issues during construction projects while minimizing delays or additional costs involved in resolving them.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
Warehouse Supervisor
Packaging Graphics
04.1993 - 10.1999
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to identify discrepancies in stock counts while implementing corrective measures as needed.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Collaborated with other department heads on company-wide initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency across multiple divisions.
- Optimized storage capacity by redesigning warehouse layout for maximum space utilization.
- Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections, staff training sessions, and adherence to OSHA regulations.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
Education
No Degree -
Parramatta High School
Skills
- Shipping and receiving
- Forklift operations
- Warehouse operations
- Inventory and stocking
- Inventory management
- Delegating work
- Loading and unloading
- Problem-solving
- Order picking and processing
- Safety monitoring
- Warehouse layout optimization
- Safety standards
- Warehouse logistics
- Heavy lifting
- Unpacking merchandise
- Documentation
- Billing and invoicing
- Proficient in [software]
- Floor space maximization
- Waste controls
- Verbal and written communication
- Stock control
- Freight handling
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
Floorsplus
11.2008 - 07.2024
Storeperson
Peerless JAL
03.2004 - 12.2007
Skilled Laborer
C & M Interiors
08.2001 - 11.2004
Warehouse Supervisor
Packaging Graphics
04.1993 - 10.1999
No Degree -
Parramatta High School
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