PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

JOSHUA KEEPLER

Bosch CDC
New Bern
6
years of professional experience

Logistics professional with progressive experience in inbound operations, delivery coordination, SAP, quota management, and team direction. Currently an Inbound Specialist at Bosch CDC, coordinating daily deliveries and directing the work of an approximately 10-person team to keep operations on target. Known for building trust, communicating expectations clearly, solving operational problems, and leading by example. Combines hands-on logistics experience with an Associate in Arts in Business Management and ongoing Cybersecurity/IT education. Ready to transition from informal and operational leadership into formal warehouse team leadership, with direct experience coordinating people, managing delivery flow, using SAP, driving daily goals, and building the trust needed to hold a team accountable.

Work History

Inbound Specialist

2 Years 2 Months
Bosch CDC | 08.2024 - Current
  • Manage and direct inbound deliveries to support daily operational goals and ensure delivery quotas are met.
  • Coordinate workflow and priorities for an approximately 10-person team, communicating expectations and adjusting assignments as operational needs change.
  • Use SAP to support inbound logistics activities, maintain accurate operational visibility, and help keep work moving efficiently.
  • Build strong working relationships and team trust, creating an environment where employees understand expectations and follow through on priorities.
  • Monitor the flow of deliveries, identify issues that could affect productivity, and take initiative to resolve or escalate problems quickly.
  • Lead by example while balancing productivity, accuracy, communication, safety, and operational standards.

Sous Chef

1 Year 5 Months
Poppy's Bites and Barrels | 03.2023 - 08.2024
  • Supported daily kitchen operations and coordinated workflow in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Helped direct kitchen staff, prioritize tasks, and maintain consistent standards during demanding service periods.
  • Communicated clearly with team members to keep production on schedule and resolve issues quickly.
  • Maintained organization, cleanliness, food-safety standards, and attention to detail while managing competing priorities.

Line Cook

1 Year 9 Months
Cypress Hall | 06.2021 - 03.2023
  • Ran the kitchen line during high-volume service, coordinating multiple time-sensitive orders while maintaining quality and accuracy.
  • Communicated with coworkers to keep workflow organized, respond to changing priorities, and maintain service speed.
  • Demonstrated calm decision-making, reliability, and teamwork in a high-pressure operating environment.

Crew Member

1 Year 1 Month
McDonald's | 05.2020 - 06.2021
  • Performed effectively in a high-volume environment while maintaining service, quality, and operational standards.
  • Gained experience with opening and closing procedures and regularly stepped up to help direct coworkers despite not holding a formal leadership title.
  • Developed strong habits in reliability, time management, communication, and following established procedures.

Education

Associate in Arts - Business Management

Craven Community College
Completed

Associate Degree - Cybersecurity / Information Technology

Craven Community College | 01.2027
Expected

Skills

Logistics & Inbound Operations
Team Leadership
Delivery Coordination
SAP
Quota & Productivity Focus
Workflow Prioritization
Employee Communication
Relationship Building
Problem Solving
Safety & Operational Standards
Inventory Awareness
Time Management
High-Volume Operations

Timeline

Inbound Specialist

Bosch CDC
08.2024 - CurrentRead More

Sous Chef

Poppy's Bites and Barrels
03.2023 - 08.2024Read More

Line Cook

Cypress Hall
06.2021 - 03.2023Read More

Crew Member

McDonald's
05.2020 - 06.2021Read More

Craven Community College

Associate Degree from Cybersecurity / Information Technology
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Craven Community College

Associate in Arts from Business Management
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JOSHUA KEEPLER