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Desmond Khoza

Warehouse Inventory

Summary

Warehouse professional prepared to bring high level of organization and efficiency to inventory management. Proven track record of maintaining accurate stock levels and streamlining warehouse processes. Known for effective teamwork and flexibility in adapting to changing needs. Brings key skills in inventory control, organization, and effective communication.

Experienced with inventory auditing, demand forecasting, and stock control systems. Utilizes precise organizational skills to ensure accurate and efficient inventory management. Track record of reducing discrepancies and improving operational efficiency.

Establishes positive relationships with carriers and representatives through communication and coordination skills. Competent in route planning and shipment method determination.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Inventory Clerk

Jd Group Supply Chain Service
01.2023 - Current
  • Reduced stock discrepancies by diligently investigating variances and making necessary adjustments to reflect accurate inventory levels.
  • Assisted in reducing operational costs by identifying obsolete or excess inventory items for disposal or return to suppliers.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local warehousing regulations, adhering to proper handling guidelines for hazardous materials or restricted items as required.
  • Ensured workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, adhering to company policies regarding storage and handling procedures.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction rates through careful attention to detail while picking orders according to packing slips or electronic manifests provided.
  • Minimized stock shortages by proactively monitoring inventory levels and alerting appropriate personnel when replenishment orders were necessary.
  • Facilitated smooth communication between warehouse staff and other departments, providing updates on inventory availability and shipment statuses as needed.
  • Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and updating records in warehouse management system.
  • Collaborated with purchasing department to manage backorders effectively, ensuring prompt receipt of high-demand items into the warehouse inventory system.
  • Increased productivity through proper utilization of warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
  • Optimized storage space usage by implementing efficient binning systems based on item dimensions and sales velocity data.
  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
  • Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 50 packages per day.
  • Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.

Delivery Driver and Controller

Coca-Cola-Depot
04.2018 - 02.2020
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kufakwezwe High School
Mpumalanga
04.2001 -

Skills

Warehouse safety

Packaging and labeling

Loading and unloading

Shipping and receiving

Order picking

Inventory software

Barcode scanning

Teamwork and collaboration

Customer service

Maintaining stock levels

Inventory reconciliation

Attention to detail

Order picking and processing

Discrepancy investigation

Data management

Item tagging

Inventory tracking

Interests

Logistics

Certification

Forklift NQF3

Timeline

Forklift NQF3

08-2023

Warehouse Inventory Clerk

Jd Group Supply Chain Service
01.2023 - Current

Delivery Driver and Controller

Coca-Cola-Depot
04.2018 - 02.2020

High School Diploma -

Kufakwezwe High School
04.2001 -

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