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Travis Kenneth Christ

Payneham,SA

Summary

I am a Diligent and thorough worker and manager with a robust and proven background in managing warehouse operations and optimizing supply chain efficiency. I have successfully implemented inventory control systems, resulting in improved accuracy and reduced discrepancies to maintain a high level of inventory integrity. I have demonstrated strong leadership and problem-solving skills across my work life.

I am a focused professional knowledgeable about devising innovative solutions to diverse business concerns and goals. Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset and critical thinking skills have helped me to grow determination and decisive nature.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Manager

Flipside International
10.2021 - Current
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Organisation and co-ordination of all outgoing stock both local deliveries and interstate shipments
  • Streamlined warehouse operations, leading to more efficient inventory management system by implementing advanced software solution.
  • Overseeing the receipt of incoming stock including quality control procedures
  • Optimized shipping and receiving operations, ensuring timely dispatch and receipt of goods with minimal delays or damage.
  • Organisation and supervision of in-house staff
  • Reduced order processing time by redesigning layout for more effective use of space and easier access to high-demand items.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
  • Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to ensure accurate inventory levels for promotional campaigns, avoiding stockouts or overstocking.
  • Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance schedule for warehouse equipment, reducing downtime and repair costs.
  • Facilitated smooth expansion of warehouse space to accommodate business growth, overseeing construction projects and integration of new systems.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings in procurement, renegotiating supplier contracts or seeking alternative sources when necessary.
  • Optimized transportation logistics, securing reliable carriers at competitive rates for efficient delivery times.
  • Boosted warehouse operations performance by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
  • Enhanced employee productivity, implementing effective scheduling and task delegation strategies.
  • Managed relationships with external partners such as Freight Carriers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing disruptions in supply chain operations.
  • Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
  • Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
  • Maintained schedule for Cleaning and maintanence of warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.

Operations

Holstens PTY LTD
01.2014 - 12.2019
  • Responsible for management and maintenance of the stock/assessed database to ensure a high level of inventory integrity and asset accuracy
  • Responsible for the management of all freight and transport aspects of the business including freight conversion rates, implementation and integration of a hybrid FMS into the companies invoicing programme, reconciliation of all associated accounts and costing issues
  • Maintain open lines of communication with suppliers as well as the logistical/shipping companies receiving goods in Australia to ensure a orderly arrival of stock
  • Also ensuring all legal aspect for incoming goods is adhered to as well as all legalities associated with the clearing and releasing of shipments/containers as well as individual goods
  • Maintaining SOP’s for the company
  • Streamlined operations by identifying bottlenecks and providing effective solutions.

Warehouse Supervisor

KEEN Office Furniture
01.2005 - 12.2013
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
  • Organisation and co-ordination of all outgoing stock both local deliveries and interstate shipments
  • Overseeing the receipt of incoming stock including quality control procedures
  • Organisation and supervision of in-house staff
  • Additional responsibilities for maintaining communication with out-of-house staff such as delivery drivers, installers and interstate freight carriers
  • Stock take and tracking of stock from time of receipt to time of distribution
  • Periodic involvement in delivery runs and installations to ensure a high level of customer service and quality is maintained throughout every aspect of stock distribution and or installation
  • Liaising between management, sales and warehouse staff
  • Responsibility for the receipt and filling of all incoming invoices and manifests and transferring all necessary information to the company database and maintenance of stock database to ensure the highest level of stock integrity
  • Maintenance and periodic checks of all tools and equipment to ensure all equipment is kept to the highest standard
  • Leading teams on large scale installations including all organizational and logistical aspects of the job
  • This includes management of the team on site and supervision of the distribution and installation of the product
  • High level of customer interaction, particularly prior to any delivery or installation to ensure the customer is aware of all aspects of the job
  • Construction of furniture, Including the modification of constructed units as well as the assembly and fitting of made to measure and custom made furniture
  • Installation of custom furniture including suspended and wall hung units, soft and hard wired office partitions, uneven surface units as well as modification and expansion of existing furniture and joinery units
  • Responsible for reviewing existing and writing and implementing new operating procedures and integrating into SOP manual
  • Reviewing and maintaining OHS standards and practices throughout the workplace to ensure a high level of safety and workplace awareness is maintained


Warehouse store man and furniture installer

Mile End Office Furniture
01.2006 - 12.2007
  • My duties at Mile End Office Furniture were of a very similar nature to the duties that I performed at Keens in my role as Warehouse Manager
  • However, my duties were centered around assisting the Manager at the time in these duties as appose to having full responsibility

Logistics and Planning Officer

Ecopyte Technologies
01.2001 - 12.2004
  • Assisting in the organization and planning of off site field work
  • Field work and participation in the collection of data
  • Operation of geophysical equipment used during my period of employment with the company
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and legislative changes to inform planning decisions and strategies.

Store man and front-end Assistant Manager

Leabrook IGA
01.1999 - 12.2001
  • Responsible for all incoming stock and distribution to appropriate departments
  • Control of all invoices and incoming paperwork related to stock and financial transactions
  • Extensive customer service and interaction
  • Leading weekly sessions with front of house staff to ensure a high level of customer service was maintained at all times
  • Responsible for the organization and overseeing of all front of house staff and joint control of back of house staff
  • Dealing with any customer complaints that would occasionally arise and settling any internal staff disputes
  • Responsible for negotiating and dealing with sales reps and suppliers concerning any problems or purchasing opportunities that would arise
  • Dealing with all money, both incoming and outgoing to the business on a daily basis

Education

Certificate 4 -

Certificate 4 in Front-line Management

Certificate 2 -

Certificate 2 in Community Services

Certificate 3 -

Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Development

Bachelor of International Development -

University of Adelaide
Adelaide, SA

Skills

  • Transport Operations

  • Shipping Administration

  • Warehouse Management

  • Inventory Management

  • Operations management

  • Supply Chain Coordination

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 14 staff members.
  • Collaborated with 3 different development teams from TOE, SPS and Officeworks in the development of the intergraded EDI cross platform system

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Warehouse Manager

Flipside International
10.2021 - Current

Operations

Holstens PTY LTD
01.2014 - 12.2019

Warehouse store man and furniture installer

Mile End Office Furniture
01.2006 - 12.2007

Warehouse Supervisor

KEEN Office Furniture
01.2005 - 12.2013

Logistics and Planning Officer

Ecopyte Technologies
01.2001 - 12.2004

Store man and front-end Assistant Manager

Leabrook IGA
01.1999 - 12.2001

Certificate 2 -

Certificate 2 in Community Services

Certificate 3 -

Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Development

Certificate 4 -

Certificate 4 in Front-line Management

Bachelor of International Development -

University of Adelaide

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