Len Henderson
Saint Paul
Summary
Dedicated materials management specialists with leadership, management, and communication strengths. Adept at developing and implementing SOPs to further standardize and streamline processes. Team player with a focus on interdepartmental coordination and communication to work towards a common goal.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Mail, Shipping & Material Handling Technician
JLL / Solventum
06.2025 - Current
- Coordinated with shipping services to guarantee timely delivery of products in pristine condition.
- Reduced shipping errors through meticulous tracking of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain workflow and operational efficiency.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Optimized storage space utilization by arranging received items strategically within designated areas of the warehouse.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse.
- Maintained accurate records of material movement and equipment usage.
SR Materials Coordinator & Shipping/Receiving
Skywater Technol
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Managed receiving operation and proper storage of incoming materials.
- Managed materials according to safety regulations.
- Managed the receipts, packing, and dispatching of wide range of goods while reducing excess and obsolete inventory levels.
- Evaluate discrepancies and losses, and propose corrective action plans to prevent them in the future.
Materials Coordinator & Shipping/Receiving Clerk
Velo3D
12.2021 - 06.2024
- Increased production efficiency by closely monitoring material availability and proactively addressing potential shortages.
- Negotiated with suppliers on RFQs to maximize cost savings and prioritize company shipments to meet demand.
- Implemented quality control standards to reduce errors in incoming and outgoing shipments, improving overall company perception and reducing cost waste.
- Optimized material flow by implementing efficient inventory management systems and complementary SOPs.
Logistics Specialist
Surgical Technologies, Inc
04.2019 - 12.2021
- Managed international export and import compliance including proficiency in shipping lanes, HTS Codes, and customs requirements.
- Performed interdepartmental comprehensive analysis of procedures to reduce expense while improving accuracy and efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive KPI reports, providing valuable insights into logistics performance for senior management review.
- Enhanced warehouse organization for faster order processing and improved space utilization.
- Reduced stock discrepancies through diligent inventory control measures and regular cycle counts.
Machine Operator/Warehouse Forklift Operator
Treehouse Foods
12.2011 - 04.2019
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
- Conducted routine maintenance to ensure optimal machine functionality.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety procedures.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects within tight deadlines.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
Education
Associates of Arts - General Education
High Technical Institute
Saint Louis Park, MN01-2009
High School Diploma -
Arlington Sr Highschool
St Paul Mn06-2007
Skills
- ERP Systems Proficiency
- Inventory Management
- Supply Chain Coordination
- SOP Development & Execution
- Interdepartmental Communication
- Materials Planning & Forecasting
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Troubleshooting
- Maintenance and repairs
Timeline
Mail, Shipping & Material Handling Technician
JLL / Solventum
06.2025 - Current
SR Materials Coordinator & Shipping/Receiving
Skywater Technol
12.2024 - 06.2025
Materials Coordinator & Shipping/Receiving Clerk
Velo3D
12.2021 - 06.2024
Logistics Specialist
Surgical Technologies, Inc
04.2019 - 12.2021
Machine Operator/Warehouse Forklift Operator
Treehouse Foods
12.2011 - 04.2019
Associates of Arts - General Education
High Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Arlington Sr Highschool