Kevin Harrison

kevin harrison --katy, tx qualifications 10+ years in distribution, sales, logistics, management, import/export, and freight forwarding. Specialist in work and manpower planning and quality improvement Experience in inventory control software development, application, P&L, and negotiations Background in all facets of warehouse and personal management Experience 5/2022 - present PARTS MANAGER Blue Compass RV Manage Parts and Invoicing - Oversees the daily workflow of the warehouse; schedules and organizes staff to ensure proper staffing of all shifts -Hires and trains new warehouse employees -Responsible for shipping and receiving parts -Reconciling parts received against invoices -Perform inventory counts and work with the Parts Manager regarding the status of parts -Advise management in regard to inventory levels -Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive -Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy -Ensures efficient warehouse operations through collaboration and coordination with other departments -Completes all required management reports -Executes maintenance activities when needed -Researches, identifies, and presents new ideas to improve warehouse operations -Attends and participates in regularly scheduled and impromptu meetings -Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and company safety policies -Performs other related duties as assigned 1/2015 – 5/2022 MERCHANDISE SERVICE MANAGER Lowe’s Home Improvement Maintained store displays and signage - Responsible for ensuring store displays and signage are maintained and up to date - Ensure that resets completed by outside vendors are properly stocked and priced, and damaged products are identified and processed according to procedures - Provide excellent customer service by assisting customers in locating, selecting, demonstrating, and loading of merchandise in a friendly and professional manner - Responsible for moving beams and grids, rotate and stock, building products, and displaying products and product support materials as appropriate - Coach associates in creating visually appealing product displays that are safe, clean, and easy for customers to access - Oversees store execution of all merchandising service, project, and maintenance activities - Supervise team responsible for resets, stocks, and prices merchandise accurately 01/2014 – 01/2015 WAREHOUSE MANAGER Spears Manufacturing Managed 150,000 sq. ft warehouse - Received and shipped PVC pipe and fittings to cities in our region. - Managed receiving, storage and shipping of $2 million dollars of PVC material. - Managed 10 warehouse personnel (Coaching rather than policing) - Responsible for all employee training, hiring, certification (forklift, hazmat, etc...), and facility maintenance. Wrote/updated safety policies and procedures security. - Operate facility in compliance with OSHA and DOT standards/Managed and updated OSHA 300 log - Managed activities to maintain the physical, environmental, and conditions of the facility, implemented red tag process. - Managed/Participated in weekly and monthly safety audits. Communicated findings to management team. - Assisted/Managed/participated in company safety team accident and investigation process (5 why root cause process) 02/2009 – 11/2013 REGIONAL DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Houston Wire & Cable Co Managed 130,000 sq. ft warehouse for $20 million dollar distribution center - Received and shipped electrical wire daily to cities across the globe - Managed receiving, storage, and shipping of $30 million dollars of electrical wire - Managed 40+ warehousepersons and coordinated procedures with 8 other branches - Wrote and updated safety policies and procedures plus Managed/Participated in weekly and monthly safety audits. Communicated findings to management team. -Responsible for all employee training, hiring, certification (forklift, hazmat, etc...), and facility maintenance - Operate facility in compliance with OSHA (300 logs) and DOT standards including lock out/tag out procedures along with 5S/6S Red Tag process - Implemented ISO-9001 - Managed activities to maintain the physical, environmental, and security conditions of the facility. Major Projects/Achievements - Reduced O, S, & D by 80% by implementation of quality control procedures and managing over 15,000 different sku’s. - Consulted with 13 branches across the continent US to improve manpower planning. - Helped Quality Manager to design and write audit approved cycle inventory procedures along with productivity reports - Established personnel policies and procedures. - Distribution Center Manager of the year in 2011 9/2007-2/2009 CONTRACT MANAGER RMS of Texas Managed 130,000 sq. ft warehouse for $20 million dollar distribution center - Responsible for shipping and receiving of over 60,000 tires per day - Manage over 90 employees and P&L for warehouse - Maintain all administration (Hiring, Insurance, etc.) Major Projects/Achievements - Helped organize opening of other facilities around the country - Reduced O, S, & D by 60% by implementation of quality control procedures. - Helped design and write audit procedures - Established personnel policies and procedures. Education 2007Doctor of Chiropractic/Bachelor of Science in Anatomy, Parker College of Chiropractic, Dallas 1995 Criminal Justice, University of Houston, Houston 1994 Criminal Justice / Business Administration, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge 1992 General Studies, Navarro JC, Corsicana (Varsity Football) *have attended other educational institutes but not listed due to space limitations professional AutoCAD 2015 Certification - Total CAD systems Certified Red Cross Instructor CPR/First Aid/AED, completed courses/seminars in hazardous material, OSHA (30-hour certification). Texas Peace Officer (Austin County/Bellville Police Department) Other Companies Employed by / with: Dell Computer, Halliburton, and Forward Air (detailed info can be given upon request) High school Baseball Coach - Cypress Christian Academy 15+ years Coaching Elite Travel Baseball Teams and Softball teams. references References available upon request