Distribution Supervisor
Lechmere/Montgomery Ward
Woburn, Massachusetts, United States
* Supervised a large distribution center (120,000 sq.) which processed merchandise for 30 stores.* Supervised store warehouse staff of 30 (union and non-union) responsible for off-loading merchandise from trucks. * Oversaw the distribution operation for thirty stores: receiving, storing, picking and shipping merchandise.* Ensured safety, security and cleanliness of the warehouse area and paid immediate attention to problems.* Interviewed, hired and trained new warehouse associates.* Implemented preventive maintenance and repair programs for warehouse equipment.* Assisted with the conversion to another automated distribution system when the company was bought out by Montgomery Ward.* Implemented a system for receiving shipments that reduced staff and saved money.* Assisted in the Design and implementation of a new layout for the warehouse. * Orchestrated the staff, resources and details to reorganize the inventory in a manner that did not disrupt normal business.