Jerome Kidd

Logistics Manager @ ABC Supply Co. Inc.

About

Accomplished in developing effective processes and directing complex logistics functions for fortune 500 companies. Orchestrated tasks for numerous internal divisions and external agencies to ensure rapid, accurate delivery of equipment, materials, and resources. Advanced expertise in reviewing invoices and shipping manifests to ensure full compliance with local customs and international regulations. Track record of identifying redundancies and maximizing resources to streamline operations. Proficient in a variety of logistics and supply management software, both proprietary and commercial. Key Skills: Inventory Control, Lean/Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Operations & Vendor MGT, Team Building & Leadership, Material/ Logistics management, Shipping & Receiving, Fleet Management, Forklifts & Machines, Production Scheduling, Demand Planning, Knowledge of transport Special Military Training - Extensive Army Supply Training, Pbuse, Sams-E, Army Armorer Course, Warrior Leadership Course, V-SAT Operator Course, Forklift 6,000lbs and below, 10,000 and below, 5S course work and Strategic Thinking & Planning. Technologies / Software Profiency (Microsoft Office Suite and extended tools)

Country

United States

City

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Industry

Business Supplies & Equipment

Skill

Inventory Control, Lean/Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Operations & Vendor MGT, Inventory & Pricing Controls, Lean/Six Sigma, Process Improvement and Operations & Vendor MGT, Forklifts & Machines, Production Scheduling, Demand Planning, Knowledge of transport

Experience

Logistics Manager

ABC Supply Co. Inc.

2017-11 - Present · 8 yrs 11 mos

Athens, Georgia Area

• Improved operational efficiency across warehouse processes maintaining budgetary goals and company objectives. • Planned, organized and directed warehouse operations, which includes receiving, retrieving, transferring, and shipping goods in accordance with company systems and controls. • Performed regular quality checks of stored assets for maintenance assurance purposes. • Conducted daily production meetings with departmental team leaders to assign coach and communicate job expectations. • Trained developed and supervised warehouse team leaders and employees for 100K sq ft facility. • Developed an accountable supervisory staff with an emphasis on teambuilding, communication, performance accountability, and positive employee relation’s management.

Material Handler

JBT Corporation

2016-7 - 2017-4 · 10 mos

Kingston NY

• Utilized WMS, Oracle, MS Office Suite programs daily as required by workload and company communication. • Located materials and supplies by pulling and verifying materials and supplies listed on production orders. • Maintained and documented in-process inventory at work centers by delivering and opening materials and supplies. • Received credit-returns material and supplies from production by verifying materials and supplies code and lot number and quantity; placing materials in stock. • Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling, packing, crating, loading, and securing product.

Driver/ Warehouse Helper

Florida Transfer & Storage

2015-11 - 2016-4 · 6 mos

Jacksonville, Florida Area

• Transported goods using a company truck • Led the crew in loading shipment on to and/or off of truck • Inspected shipment prior to loading for proper packing or wrapping • Performed accurate inventory of shipment • Assisted as needed in loading trucks and/or containers for forward movement via interstate commerce • Perform pre-trip safety...

Assistant Superintendent/ Machine Operator

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.

2012-6 - 2015-9 · 3 yrs 4 mos

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

• Managed over $50K weekly for fuel and parts to keep the grinding train operational. • Examined track components and switches and performed replacements repairs and removals as necessary. • Performed all tasks in adherence to railroad safety regulations. • Reported all rail and related equipment malfunctions promptly to management. • Cleaned rail equipment tools and work areas on a regular basis.