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John Karanu

Nairobi,30

Summary

Material control Specialist Sr cum Warehouseman with 23+ years of working experience in warehouse operations and materials management. Experienced in potentially dangerous environments that includes industrial production environment conditions, indoor/outdoor environment with very adverse and harsh conditions exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Holding a driver’s License with validity of 3 years. Committed to inclusive and diverse workplace, innovation, integrity, excellent communication with exemplary leadership experience, details-oriented and creative problem-solver.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Sr Material Control Specialist

PAE
Baghdad, Iraq
04.2017 - Current

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises and controls the warehouse team in receiving, storing, inventorying and issuing Government materiel’s/Property

• Compiles stock records using the Maximo computer system as required

• Operates materiel handling equipment if required to move product as required

• Analyses and selects the correct process for material transactions

• Leads the team to accomplish provided tasks to standard

• Counts and sorts incoming materiel to verify receipt of items on requisition or invoices

• Examines stocks to verify quantity or conformance to specifications

• Store materiel in bins, on the floor, shelves or in containers according to identifying information

• Fills orders or issue supplies from stock, prepares periodic, special or perpetual inventory record of stock in multiple locations

• Compiles reports of stock flow, inventory adjustments, counts, stock records, damage or shelf-life adjustments, location changes and denial of shipments

• Routinely uses procurement documents for inventory, receipts and issues as required by the performance work statement

• Marks identifying codes, figures or letters on articles using labelling equipment

• Do adjustments to inventory/location of stored stock

• Determines methods of storage, identification and stock location, considering temperature, humidity, height, weight limits, turnover, floor loading capacities and required space

• Moves or transports materiel or supplies to other departments using Pallet Jack, Forklift/industrial truck

• Physical Security custodian of sensitive and pilferable Items and store the items in accordance with all Army regulations and local policy

• Maintains inventory and other stock records, using computer terminal designated according to materiel, equipment or product stored, either retail or wholesale items

• Receives, store, and sorts unserviceable equipment and supplies for disposal

• Prepares, read and analyse records and reports necessary to execute actions routinely

• Enforces use of personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes but not limited to, head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision and hearing protective devices

• Oversee and enforces compliance with all fire and safety regulations and post policies

• Occasionally exerted force of 20 pounds, frequently 10 pounds and 10 pounds constantly to move objects

Warehouseman

Taylors International Services INC
Basra, Iraq
02.2015 - 12.2016

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Tasked with receiving, sorting and issues of stocks for dining facility rations and supplies

• Processed, stored materials and stocks as per company regulations for operations support

• Maintained all food storage equipment and facilities properly

• Organized cleanliness in the warehouse food storage areas ensuring FIFO (First in First out)

• Executed daily instructions and documentation to plan work activities

• Coordinated movement of materials, checked product expiration dates

• Temperature checks three times daily and annotated on temperature Log

• Completed, reviewed and maintained accurate inventory records, tools and equipment

• Occasionally exerted force of 50 pounds, frequently 30 pounds and 10 pounds constantly to move objects

• Performed other duties, assignments and did moderate heavy lifting activities assigned

• Used personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes but not limited to, head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision and hearing protective devices

Inventory Control Supervisor

ANHAM SPV
Kandahar, Afghanistan
01.2012 - 12.2014

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversaw production control, inventory management control and records accuracy accountability

• Planned workload assignments, coordinated and supervised the team’s activities and tasks execution

• Physical counting and sorting of incoming material, verified receipts for damages, quantities, part/serial numbers against POs, Invoices and packing list

• Established Stock-levels, documents files, materials accounting at the assigned location and inventory reporting

• Provided material management education and training to enhance performance and sustainability

• Completed tasks in compliance with the policies, procedures and business strategy

• Enforced all Safety Regulations, procedures, policies wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Inventoried warehouse stock on monthly, quarterly and annual basis
  • Developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews.
  • Oversaw inventory activities including ordering, requisitions, stocking and shipment receiving

Material Control Specialist

Supreme Group
Kabul, Afghanistan
03.2009 - 11.2011

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervised and led the team in receiving, storing, inventorying and issuing Government Materiel’s/Property

• Compiled stock records using the AXAPTA WMS system as required

• Operated materiel handling equipment if required to move product as required

• Analysed and select the correct process for material transactions

• Led the team to accomplish provided tasks to standard

• Counted and sorted incoming materiel to verify receipt of items on requisition or invoices

• Examined stock to verify quantity or conformance to specifications

• Stored materiel in bins, on the floor, shelves or in containers according to identifying information

• Filled orders or issued supplies from stock, prepared periodic, special or perpetual inventory record of stock in multiple locations

• Compiled reports on stock flow, inventory adjustments, counts and stock records, damage or shelf-life adjustments, location changes and denial of shipments

• Routinely used procurement documents for inventory, receipts and issues as required by the performance work statement

• Marked identifying codes, figures or letters on articles using labelling equipment

• Did adjustments to inventory/location of stored stock

• Determined methods of storage, identification and stock location, considering temperature, humidity, height, weight limits, turnover, floor loading capacities and required space

• Moved or transported materiel or supplies to other departments, using pallet jack, Forklift/industrial truck

• Physical security custodian of sensitive and pilferable Items and stored the items in accordance with all military/army regulations and local policy

• Maintained inventory and other stock records, using computer terminal designated according to materiel, equipment or product stored, either retail or wholesale items

• Received, stored, and sorted unserviceable equipment and supplies for disposal

• Prepared, read and analysed records and reports necessary to execute actions routinely

• Enforced use of personal protective equipment (PPE) that includes but not limited to, head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision and hearing protective devices

• Oversaw and enforced compliance with all fire and safety regulations and post policies

Warehouse Supervisor

HACO INDUSTRIES
Nairobi, Kenya
03.1997 - 01.2009
  • Supervised all warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving, distribution, and workplace safety.
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
  • Promoted diligence and culture of safety for drivers and warehouse operations.
  • Adhered to industry best practices for warehousing, material handling and documentation
  • Supported team production in meeting goals without compromising safety and compliance
  • Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy
  • Recorded shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate
  • Managed resource allocation and scheduling of all employees.
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing 28 employees during 10 hour shifts
  • Kept detailed records of inventories and merchandise inventory transactions

Education

BBA - Business Management

Columbia Southern University
US
05.2020 - 06.2022

High School Diploma -

Lari High
Kenya
01.1979 - 11.1984

Skills

    Knowledgeable in civilian and military warehouse operations, shipping and receiving processes Knowledgeable in Supply chain management systems Demand forecasting and budgeting Procurement and logistics management Customer service training, Supervisory training and Safety training Able to Handle multiple tasks at any given time Material handling equipment operation (Forklift operation, pallet jack, hand truck) Microsoft Office, with intermediate and advanced Excel proficiency Training delivery in my area of expertise to the lowest cadre Strong analytical skills Proficient and experienced in Maximo, SAP and Oracle WMS systems RF Scanner (Radio Frequency Identification) application Fluently communicate technical information in English with ability to read, write and speak fluently

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Certification

• Driver’s License | 08/1991-Present

Accomplishments

• Spearheaded full stock audits that lead to 95% successful capture of materials data

• Initiated working strategy with suppliers and realized a 30% procurement costs decrease

• Scaled down slow-moving items by 79%

• Engineered expediting strategy that recorded a 20% improvement on delivery time

• Developed lean tools and behaviour-based safety strategies to guide the injury prevention efforts

Timeline

BBA - Business Management

Columbia Southern University
05.2020 - 06.2022

Sr Material Control Specialist

PAE
04.2017 - Current

Warehouseman

Taylors International Services INC
02.2015 - 12.2016

Inventory Control Supervisor

ANHAM SPV
01.2012 - 12.2014

Material Control Specialist

Supreme Group
03.2009 - 11.2011

Warehouse Supervisor

HACO INDUSTRIES
03.1997 - 01.2009

High School Diploma -

Lari High
01.1979 - 11.1984
John Karanu