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KYLE DEFOE

Noblesville

Summary

Accomplished Inventory Manager recognized for strong organizational skills and team development. Expertise in training personnel and managing inventory processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in operations. Results-driven professional with extensive experience in inventory management and quality assurance. Known for optimizing storage layouts and streamlining return processes, contributing to improved customer satisfaction and reduced financial loss.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Inventory Manager

Englins Fine Footwear
Indianapolis
04.2024 - 05.2025
  • Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
  • Managed the return process for damaged or defective goods, ensuring prompt resolution for customers and minimizing financial loss for the company.
  • Manage and train people to recognize the order and keep the processes accurate.
  • Optimized storage layouts by analyzing space usage patterns, leading to increased capacity without additional expense or construction requirements.

QA and Inventory Specialist

Water Jet
Noblesville
06.2023 - 04.2024
  • Check and approve the quality of the pieces and products made in the company.
  • Manage inventory and pre-orders to keep the business running client orders on time.
  • If necessary, load and unload the product arrived and the orders shipped.

Restoration Technician

Restoration 1
Cicero
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Company Overview: Hamilton Co.
  • Placed fans and dehumidifiers in strategic room locations to remove moisture from carpet, air and upholstery.
  • Provided restoration services for structures that have been damaged by fire, mold, water and weather.
  • Verified moisture presence and sprayed and fogged upholstery, carpets and accessories with fabric conditioners and protectors.
  • Prevented deterioration by repairing, restoring and reassembling old artifacts.
  • Hamilton Co.

General Manager

Pizza House
Cicero
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Motivated staff through acknowledgment of hard work, achievements and instilling accountability while leading by example.
  • Managed payroll and scheduling.
  • Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs by establishing portion control and quality standards.
  • Monitored and trained service team members on suggestive selling practices.
  • Performed accurate monthly inventories of supplies and equipment, including food, beverage, glassware and utensils.

Operator Abrasive

Water Jet of Indiana
Noblesville
04.2020 - 12.2020
  • Reviewed documentation and work order requirements.
  • Accurately set up the fold, adjusting the roll mechanisms, tension, and guide devices.
  • Read work orders or production schedules to determine materials, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances.
  • Kept machines running at peak efficiency to meet demanding production targets.

Manager

Yats Cajun Creole (DATS)
Bloomington
03.2017 - 11.2018
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, answer politely to any complaint.
  • Make action plan to keep the goals in slow seasons.
  • Keep inventory full and on time.
  • Trained my team members, make payroll and weekly scheduling.

Manager

Baked! of Bloomington
Bloomington
07.2018 - 07.2018
  • Manage judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
  • Entered time and attendance logs in preparation for payroll.
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hamilton Heights
Arcadia, IN
06-2011

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Customer Service
  • Negotiation
  • Cycle counts
  • Personnel management
  • Reporting processes
  • Team development
  • Inventory counts
  • Organizational Skills
  • Training & Development
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Computer tool proficient
  • Data entry
  • Supply chain management
  • Problem solving
  • Team training

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited

Timeline

Inventory Manager

Englins Fine Footwear
04.2024 - 05.2025

QA and Inventory Specialist

Water Jet
06.2023 - 04.2024

Restoration Technician

Restoration 1
11.2021 - 10.2022

General Manager

Pizza House
02.2021 - 11.2021

Operator Abrasive

Water Jet of Indiana
04.2020 - 12.2020

Manager

Baked! of Bloomington
07.2018 - 07.2018

Manager

Yats Cajun Creole (DATS)
03.2017 - 11.2018

High School Diploma -

Hamilton Heights
KYLE DEFOE