Will Collins

Experience

• 

  Newbury Comics

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  Keyholder

  Scheduling employees, running register, supervising shifts, inventory pricing, receiving shipments biweekly, store security.

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  LCI PAPER COMPANY

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2011

  Warehouse Manager

  I was responsible for managing a small warehouse of ESL employees and adults with disabilities. This included scheduling and personnel management as well as logistical duties such as receiving and shipping, cycle counts and quality control across a range of artisanal products. In addition, I was also the primary scoring and cutting machine operator; this took up much of my time toward the end of my tenure.

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  W.S. Badger Company

  May 2011 - now

  Responsible for purchasing in concert with the rigorous sustainability guidelines of WS Badger Co., Inc. Purchases all materials, raw ingredients to packaging, from all over the world in time and on budget (usually!). Also responsible for researching packaging and supply chain innovation - how to lower our environmental impact while still providing quality, conscientious goods. Oversees all subcontract agreements, inspections and manufacturing. Managed a dynamic team of full time and seasonal employees in a fast-paced shipping/receiving environment at a growing company. I was responsible for the timeliness and accuracy of all packages/pallets leaving my department, as well as strategic initiatives designed to lower our carbon footprint, reduce waste & overhead, and improve efficiency.

  • Purchasing & Sourcing Manager

    Feb 2014 - now

  • Fulfillment Supervisor

    May 2011 - Feb 2014