Wesley Clubb
De Smet
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a robust background in logistics and inventory management. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration and implementing data-driven strategies, consistently achieving efficiency and cost reduction goals while enhancing team performance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Sunbird Inc.
Huron
02.2024 - Current
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced waste.
- Oversaw scheduling to optimize team productivity and resource allocation.
- Coordinated daily operations to streamline workflows and ensure on-time task completion.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees to enhance productivity and uphold quality standards.
- Managed inventory levels and maintained accurate stock records to prevent supply shortages.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address operational challenges and implement solutions.
- Coordinated with other departments including sales, marketing, finance, human resources. to ensure efficient operations.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing policies and procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
Logistics Manager
Legend Seeds Inc.
De Smet
10.2013 - 02.2024
- Managed inventory control processes, ensuring optimal stock levels to meet operational demands.
- Coordinated transportation schedules with suppliers and vendors, achieving on-time deliveries and minimizing delays.
- Oversaw warehouse operations to optimize storage and retrieval efficiency.
- Trained staff on logistics procedures and best practices for improved performance.
- Developed shipping plans to streamline distribution across multiple regions.
- Analyzed data to forecast demand and adjust logistics strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain effectiveness.
- Managed day-to-day operations related to receiving, storing, packing, shipping merchandise.
- Compiled detailed reports to monitor shipment progress and delivery timelines, enhancing visibility into transport costs and efficiency.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of goods.
- Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
- Resolved customer complaints related to shipping issues or delays in transit times.
- Implemented cost-saving measures such as route optimization for shipments.
- Managed budget with company leadership, analyzing previous purchases and forecasting future requirements.
- Maintained relationships with key stakeholders like customers, suppliers, distributors.
- Identified and resolved shipping and packaging errors.
- Investigated claims of damaged cargo or lost shipments in order to determine cause and remedy.
- Negotiated contracts with carriers for optimal pricing on transportation services.
- Organized distribution networks including trucking fleets, warehouses, and third-party vendors.
- Relayed information between drivers and recipients regarding ETA and potential delays.
- Consistently met company and department objectives within budget and time constraints.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop strategies that align with company objectives.
- Drafted policies regarding storage, distribution, and transportation of products.
- Monitored inventory levels and initiated re-stocking processes.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in customer demand and adjusted supply chain accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with government regulations related to freight forwarding activities.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, safety regulations and applicable laws.
- Identified opportunities to reduce cost and improve productivity.
- Directed investigations to verify and resolve customer or shipper complaints.
Trainmaster
Canadian Pacific Railway
Huron
06.2006 - 10.2013
- Supervised train operations to ensure adherence to safety protocols and schedules.
- Coordinated crew assignments and managed daily train movements effectively.
- Analyzed operational data to identify areas for process improvement and efficiency.
- Communicated with various departments to resolve operational issues swiftly.
- Implemented best practices for customer service during train operations consistently.
- Upheld tight deadlines for delivery of freight and arrival of passengers.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers and vendors.
- Provided feedback on employee performance reviews in order to identify areas needing improvement or additional training opportunities.
- Ensured proper coordination between train dispatchers and other railroad personnel by maintaining open lines of communication.
- Prepared comprehensive reports on operations activities for management review purposes.
- Maintained accurate records of all crew members' hours worked as well as their qualifications and certifications.
- Managed and coordinated the daily operation of assigned train crews, including providing direction to ensure efficient, safe, and timely movement of trains.
- Monitored crew performance and operational efficiency to ensure compliance with established rules, regulations, and safety guidelines.
- Investigated accidents and incidents involving personnel or equipment to determine causes and corrective actions required.
- Conducted regular meetings with train crews in order to discuss any issues or concerns related to operations.
- Interpreted railway company policy and procedure manuals to ensure safety standards were met during operations.
- Coordinated communication between various departments such as engineering, traffic control and other divisions within the railway company.
- Observed yard traffic patterns to assess track availability for trains. to determine track availability to accommodate inbound and outbound traffic.
- Arranged timely removal of defective cars from trains at stations. of defective cars from trains at stations or stops.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05-2004
Education
Waldorf College
Forest City12-1999
High School Diploma -
Sigourney Jr/Sr High School
Sigourney, IA05-1998
Skills
- Operations management
- Supply chain optimization
- Logistics planning
- Inventory management and control
- Forecasting and scheduling
- Process improvement
- Workflow coordination
- Cost reduction strategies
- Quality assurance
- Data analysis
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Budget management and optimization
- Performance management and monitoring
- Warehouse operations
- Staff management and training
- Team leadership and building
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
- Problem solving skills
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Stress management strategies
- Multi-site operations management
- Employee engagement initiatives
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- CDL w/ Airbrakes Certified
Timeline
Operations Manager
Sunbird Inc.
02.2024 - Current
Logistics Manager
Legend Seeds Inc.
10.2013 - 02.2024
Trainmaster
Canadian Pacific Railway
06.2006 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of South Dakota
Education
Waldorf College
High School Diploma -
Sigourney Jr/Sr High School