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Shawain Whyte

Fairburn

Summary

Seeking Warehouse Supervisor role with 13 years of operations leadership experience. Skilled in staff training, performance monitoring, and implementing process improvements. Proven track record in managing large teams and enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Operations Lead

DP World Logistics
09.2024 - Current
  • Trained new hires in warehouse procedures, safety standards, and equipment operation, fostering a skilled workforce.
  • Monitored inventory levels closely, proactively addressing potential shortages or overstock situations.
  • Managed daily operations, delegating tasks to team members and ensuring timely completion of assignments.
  • Coordinated with other departments for seamless flow of goods from receiving to shipping stages.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged professional growth and development opportunities within the company.

Operation Supervisor

Sysco Atlanta
10.2022 - 09.2024
  • Manage daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient scheduling, inventory control, and effective team supervision
  • Address staff performance issues promptly, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment
  • Conduct employee training and performance reviews, focusing on continuous improvement and professional development
  • Conducted regular performance reviews evaluating team members contributions towards achieving organizational goals.
  • Played an instrumental role in talent recruitment, development, retention strategies which resulted in building high-performing teams across the organization.
  • Established clear performance metrics and targets, driving continuous improvement in operational effectiveness.

Operations Supervisor

Walmart Distribution Center
07.2017 - 10.2022
  • Led a team, ensuring seamless daily workflows and fostering interdepartmental collaboration for operational efficiency
  • Designed and executed process enhancement strategies, resulting in heightened productivity
  • Conducted performance assessments of personnel based on key performance indicators, contributing to staff development through targeted training initiatives
  • Led continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and enhancing overall productivity levels within the organization.
  • Oversaw logistics coordination for seamless transportation of goods between various departments and locations.
  • Optimized resource allocation through careful planning and monitoring of inventory levels, staffing needs, and equipment maintenance schedules.
  • Achieved significant cost savings with thorough vendor contract negotiations.
  • Led cross-functional teams to improve project execution, enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Operations Lead

DHL
06.2014 - 07.2017
  • Enhanced team productivity by 20% through the development and implementation of improved operational processes
  • Fostered interdepartmental coordination to optimize overall operational efficiency
  • Conducted performance analysis to identify improvement opportunities, and effectively trained and mentored new staff on operational protocols

Executive Chef

Cafe Blossom NYC
03.2011 - 05.2014
  • Directed a culinary team, enhancing customer satisfaction through meticulous oversight of service standards and operational procedures
  • Evaluated performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities, optimizing daily staff scheduling and customer service delivery

Education

Associate's degree - Hospitality Administration/Management

Western Hospitality Institute
12.2008

Skills

  • Management
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Culinary Skills
  • Warehouse safety
  • Problem-solving
  • Customer care
  • Employee safety
  • Team coaching
  • Warehouse logistics

Timeline

Warehouse Operations Lead

DP World Logistics
09.2024 - Current

Operation Supervisor

Sysco Atlanta
10.2022 - 09.2024

Operations Supervisor

Walmart Distribution Center
07.2017 - 10.2022

Operations Lead

DHL
06.2014 - 07.2017

Executive Chef

Cafe Blossom NYC
03.2011 - 05.2014

Associate's degree - Hospitality Administration/Management

Western Hospitality Institute
Shawain Whyte