JASON BARTON

Warehousing Supply Chain Logistics Transportation

Competent Shipping, Transportation & Logistics Management professional with over years of experience in supply
chain activities, warehousing, distribution, logistics/ inventory, import export documentation & customer service.
Acknowledged capabilities in implementation of modern inventory management systems to maintain logical
inventory levels. Expertise in designing inventory/ dispatch/ logistics plans to derive maximum economy in
utilization of vehicles/ containers in transportation of materials. Adept in managing crucial responsibilities
pertaining to Vendor Management, Fleet Management, Documentation and MIS Reporting.
KEY AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Supply Chain Management

Dispatch Supervision
Shipping
Logistics

Warehouse & Distribution

Inventory Management
Project Management
Fleet Management

Timekeeping\Payroll
Route Scheduling
Team Management
Training & Development

EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS

DOLLAR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION CENTER: Bessemer, AL
2012-Feb. 2015
Shipping Manager
Supervised the daily activity of 60 employees ensuring accurate pick, pack and shipping customer's orders and for
all outbound shipments servicing over 1000 stores in the southeast. Supervise and monitor warehouse personnel
work assignments, work flow, performance and work standards, accuracy, and productivity. Developed Vendors
and negotiated with them to supply the best qualitative products on most competitive prices.
Projects & Accomplishments:
Led all distribution centers in loading CPMH (cartons per man hour)
Led On-Time-Delivery performance of 95% or better
Handled the batching and scheduling of all loads to insure early appointment deliveries were punctual
HIBBETT SPORTING GOODS: Birmingham, AL
2008-2011
Transportation Manager
Administered annual transportation budget of $2.5 Million for a multi-billion dollar retail sporting goods
distributor. Led the operational activities of the warehouse while acquiring & maintaining a proper merchandise
assortment through ordering, shipping and handling the logistics in a cost-efficient manner. Developed scope of
work for transport team for delivering product to more than 800 stores in 23 states.
Projects & Accomplishments:
Purchased new tractors and trailers which also included leasing equipment for the entire fleet
Handled all fleet maintenance, including tire and fuel program, achieving large discounts
Kept company fleet DOT compliant, including records, registration, and inspections
SPRADLING INTERNATIONAL: Pelham, AL
2005-2008
Operations/ Warehouse Manager
Spearheaded efforts across entire spectrum of functions pertaining to logistics, warehouse, material management &
vendor management for a multi-million dollar ISO 9001 & 9002, QS 9000, OEM Automotive & Marine Supplier
vinyl and leather distribution center. Minimized performance bottlenecks for achieving high productivity by
rendering quality services, providing direction, support & guidelines to a team of consignee sales agents ensuring
efficient resolution of complaint.
Projects & Accomplishments:
Purchased new equipment for the facility, expanded parking lot, and separate warehouse storage facility
Reduced shipping errors by 30%, by implementing cross checks before freight scheduling
Achieved large discounts through freight carriers by negotiating contracts for shipping lanes.
Helena, AL 35080 205-410-6555 JBB4UA@aol.com www.linkedin.com/in/jasonbbarton/

Jason Barton

ONEAL STEEL: Birmingham, AL

1990-2005
Operations Manager/ Sales Representative/ Shipping Manager
Successfully led, planned, budgeted and directed the company operations for a multi-million dollar ISO 9001 steel
processing center. Liaised with shipping agents on custom duties, tariff classification on procedures,
documentations, insurance and bills of lading. Monitored and evaluate sales development to ensure alignment with
budget guidelines.
Projects & Accomplishments:
Creatively found solutions for moving material from all points across the nation with constricting time frames.
Resolved customer problems relating to inventory replacement and entered formal complaints, corrective
action requests, for elimination of future incidences.
Chaired safety meetings, established a safety committee, and reduced accidents by 25%.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Associate in Business at Jefferson State Community College, 1995
5S Lean Manufacturing, ONeal Steel 2003
Train the Trainer Forklift Certification, Alabama Technology Network 2006
Mileage, Routing, and Reporting, Rand McNally 2008
Distribution Leadership Development (DLD), Dollar General 2013
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY
Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AS400, Stelplan, Roadnet, RydeSmart, Qualcomm, RF Guns,
AirWatch, Federal Highway Truck Size and Weight Regulations, Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Administration (HOS) Hours of Service

Helena, AL 35080 205-410-6555 JBB4UA@aol.com www.linkedin.com/in/jasonbbarton/