JOHN WHITAKER
Saint Paul
Summary
Dynamic manager with a proven track record at Adhesive Label, excelling in team building and maximizing productivity. Successfully implemented strategic plans that enhanced operational efficiency and improved vendor relationships. Passionate about training and development, I foster a culture of excellence and collaboration, driving teams to achieve outstanding results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Adhesive Label
Brooklyn Park
11.2024 - Current
- Managed inventory levels and oversaw procurement for stock inventory of over 5000 products, ensuring availability of raw materials and supplies.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and equipment usage within the facility.
- Developed operational strategies to enhance production, efficiency, and reduce waste.
- Supervised staff performance, providing feedback and support for skill development.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve communication.
- Evaluated vendor performance to maintain high standards in material sourcing and quality.
- Coached and mentored team members to enhance job performance and skill development.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to achieve company objectives.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback and coaching for team development.
- Implemented process improvements, resulting in an increase in operational efficiency.
- Conducted performance reviews for team members.
- Coordinated cross-departmental projects to ensure timely and successful completion.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
- Implemented online sales through creation and maintenance of Amazon account, achieving perfect health scores throughout.
- Streamlined communication channels, improving information flow and decision-making speed.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Inbound Manager/Supervisor
Northern Wholesale
Saint Paul
06.2023 - Current
- Oversee all inbound operations and personnel related to them.
- Inventory, Vendor issues, consolidation, restructure of storage means(EX:Racking), timecards, safety protocols, scheduling, workforce forecasting, hiring/firing(including screening/interviewing), planning-implementing-achieving production increases.
- Some achievements include but are not limited to-20% higher space utilization, production increase of over 30%, dock to stock times down from over 48 to under an 8 hour average, and all of this with an inbound team approximately half the size of when I had started.
Bartender/Bar Manager
Diamond Venture Capital
Hudson
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed daily customer service operations, including bartending, fresh fruit preparation, and monitoring liquor sales.
- Oversaw drawer counts and P+L statements to ensure accurate financial management.
Supervisor
UPS
Columbus
02.2017 - 12.2021
- Beginning as a part-time loader, but quickly promoted to Supervisor, and was moved to larger and larger responsibilities as my skills as a Team Leader drew more and more notice through a focus on record-setting production numbers and the implementation of new safety protocols.
- Led teams ranging from 6 to over 50 members, including four supervisors, throughout the tenure.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient package handling processes.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Coordinated workflow between teams to optimize productivity and reduce delays.
SALES/TEAM LEAD
All Great Reps
Columbus
10.2014 - 11.2015
- Promoted to Team Lead after 4 weeks; recruited half dozen new employees, leading team to top sales office in region within 4 months.
- Represented multiple companies, selling their products door to door.
- Started as smallest office in region.
Education
Undergraduate Studies -
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OhioBusiness Management -
Urbana university
Urbana, OHSkills
- Operational Management
- Production Management
- Logistics Coordination
- Inventory Management
- Quality Assurance
- Team Management
- Leadership
- Training & Development
- Maximizing Productivity
- Customer experience enhancement
- Customer service
- B2B relationships
- Time management
- Team Building
- Safety Management
- Microsoft Office excel
- Microsoft word
- Computer literacy
- Strong work ethic
- Cultivating Relationships
- Inventory Management
Timeline
Manager
Adhesive Label
11.2024 - Current
Inbound Manager/Supervisor
Northern Wholesale
06.2023 - Current
Bartender/Bar Manager
Diamond Venture Capital
03.2022 - 04.2023
Supervisor
UPS
02.2017 - 12.2021
SALES/TEAM LEAD
All Great Reps
10.2014 - 11.2015
Undergraduate Studies -
Columbus State Community College
Business Management -
Urbana university