Dan Gardner
Chicago
Summary
Results-oriented professional with over 8 years of experience in industrial and business environments. Known for effective communication and a strong focus on delivering customer-centric solutions. Adept at thriving under pressure while leveraging expertise to drive success and exceed organizational objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Distributor/Delivery Driver
Synergy Innova Flavors
Chicago
11.2017 - Current
- Operated a Non-CDL box truck to deliver goods efficiently and safely.
- Picked up products from warehouse or distribution center, verified content and delivered to businesses or households as schedule indicated.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Coordinated shipments to ensure timely delivery of flavor ingredients.
- Received and processed incoming shipments in a timely manner.
- Tracked stock levels with barcode scanners, ensuring timely replenishment of supplies.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation, supporting compliance and efficiency for all trips.
- Collaborated with suppliers to optimize delivery schedules, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Merchandising Associate
Pepsi Beverage Company
Atlanta
06.2008 - 10.2017
- Stocked and rotated shelves, built displays to optimize product presentation and support sales objectives.
- Organized engaging front-facing displays to capture customer interest and drive revenue growth.
- Set up attractive window displays that encouraged customers to enter the store.
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of display cases, shelves, and aisles to improve customer navigation and satisfaction.
- Placed prices and descriptive signage to enhance displays and promote items.
- Monitored competitor activities to identify trends and inform merchandising strategies.
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
Education
Associate of Arts - Creative Writing
Stillman College
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2009
High School Diploma -
Dwight D. Eisenhower High School
Blue Island, IL05.2004
Skills
- Logistics Coordination
- Supply Chain Management
- Efficiency
- Accuracy
- Performance Metrics
- Problem Solving
- Customer Service
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability/Flexibility
- Team Collaboration
- Verbal communication
- Integrity
Timeline
Warehouse Distributor/Delivery Driver
Synergy Innova Flavors
11.2017 - Current
Merchandising Associate
Pepsi Beverage Company
06.2008 - 10.2017
Associate of Arts - Creative Writing
Stillman College
High School Diploma -
Dwight D. Eisenhower High School