Elijah Stewart-Wharton
Newport News
Summary
A dedicated and disciplined professional with experience in managing complex systems, maintaining safety standards, and performing under pressure. Skilled in leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving with a strong background in customer service, sales, and military operations. Seeking to apply my expertise in a challenging and growth-oriented environment.
Meticulous and resourceful logistics operations professional with several years' experience excelling at prioritizing, multi-tasking and following through to achieve project goals. Adept in assessing operational capabilities, creating and implementing process improvements, training staff and streamlining overall operations for optimal business efficiency. Problem resolver and vendor relationship manager seeking to leverage background into a professional position with a progressive organization.
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Specialist
United States Air Force
Hampton
01.2022 - Current
- Managed complex systems in high-pressure environments, ensuring operational readiness and safety standards
- Coordinated logistical operations and maintained sophisticated communication and information systems
- Developed leadership skills and contributed to team success by leading and mentoring junior personnel
- Strengthened integrity, developing organization systems for records, reports and agendas.
- Performed regular audits of inventory levels at warehouses to ensure accuracy.
- Organized and managed the inventory of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
Salesman
HD Exteriors
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed and maintained client relationships to drive sales and business growth
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client needs and offering tailored solutions
- Managed sales processes from initial contact to closing deals, meeting sales targets consistently
Sales Associate
Rue21
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Assisted customers with product selection, ensuring a positive shopping experience
- Maintained store appearance, ensuring products were well-stocked and displays were visually appealing
- Managed transactions and handled cash, credit, and returns with accuracy
Education
High School Diploma -
Potomac Senior High School
Dumfries, VA06-2022
Skills
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Discipline and Work Ethic
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
- Managing Complex Communication and Information Systems
- Tracking inventory levels and orders
- Operating forklifts
- Inventory documentation
- Inspecting goods
- Cycle counting
- Shipment receiving
- Inventory counting
- Product storage
- Warehouse management
- Materials handling
- Team oversight
- Validating supplies
Volunteer Experience
- Coordinated a food banquet for over 50 enlisted personnel in the United States Air Force.
- Served breakfast to around 150 enlisted personnel in a squadron, showcasing strong organizational and time-management skills.
Timeline
Logistics Specialist
United States Air Force
01.2022 - Current
Salesman
HD Exteriors
01.2022 - 12.2022
Sales Associate
Rue21
01.2020 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Potomac Senior High School