Trey Brown
Inbound Supervisor
Lexington
Summary
Logistics and distribution professional with 15+ years of experience in distribution, small business ownership, and warehouse management. Known for strong organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to maintain efficient workflows in face-paced environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Inbound Receiving Supervisor
Emerald Home Furnishings
02.2025 - Current
- Manage daily operations for inbound receiving, ensuring timely unloading, sorting, and storage of inventory.
- Supervise team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve any shipping discrepancies or miscommunications promptly.
- Expedited order processing times by closely monitoring incoming shipments and prioritizing tasks based on urgency.
- Train new team members on proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
Assistant Logistics Manager
Shelba D Johnson Trucking
10.2018 - 09.2024
- Managed day-to-day warehouse logistics for a high-volume furniture distribution operation, overseeing inbound shipments, inventory control, and outbound deliveries.
- Managed inbound freight scheduling and vendor deliveries.
- Conducted regular inventory audits, ensuring accurate inventory levels.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Oversaw all warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Managed employee payroll processing and new-hire onboarding procedures.
Independent Distributor
Flowers Foods
11.2010 - 08.2018
- Owned and operated a bread distribution route, managing product delivery, merchandising, and inventory for multiple retail accounts.
- Built and maintained relationships with store managers to secure shelf space, manage promotions, and ensure proper product rotation and freshness.
- Forecasted product demand and places orders to maintain optimal stock while minimizing stale returns.
- Managed all business operations, including route scheduling, sales tracking, invoicing, and truck upkeep.
- Supervised a part-time employee responsible for weekend merchandising and shelf maintenance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bluefield High School
Bluefield, WV 05.2001 -
Skills
- Strong organization
- Computer skills
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Staff supervision
- Problem-solving aptitude
Timeline
Inbound Receiving Supervisor
Emerald Home Furnishings
02.2025 - Current
Assistant Logistics Manager
Shelba D Johnson Trucking
10.2018 - 09.2024
Independent Distributor
Flowers Foods
11.2010 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Bluefield High School
05.2001 -