Gerard Bloks
@gerardbloks
Experienced logistics professional focused on process improvement, shipping operations, and team leadership.
What I'm looking for
I am a hardworking, loyal logistics specialist with broad hands-on experience across shipping, warehouse operations, and process improvement. I have supported multiple departments, managed shipping activities, and improved procedures while working with SAP and inventory systems.
I combine practical technical skills with strong teamwork and independent work capabilities, proven in senior logistics roles and diverse earlier positions in hospitality and sales. I am committed to safe, responsible practices and continuous learning, currently pursuing Logistics Team Leader training.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Logistics Employee
Frencken Mechatronics
Jun 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)
Responsible for the shipping department, studying and improving procedures, managing staffing levels, and supporting cross-departmental process improvements to increase operational efficiency.
Logistics Employee
IPS Technology
Jan 2017 - Mar 2021 (4 years 2 months)
Serviced packaging machines at customer sites, processed orders per procedures, and contributed to studying and improving logistics processes to enhance service reliability.
Logistics Employee
Rhenus Logistics
Jul 2014 - Jan 2017 (2 years 6 months)
Packed and prepared medical equipment for shipment, processed transactions in SAP, and handled and archived logistics administration to ensure compliance and traceability.
Salesman
Oxxio
Jun 2011 - Aug 2011 (2 months)
Conducted door-to-door sales of energy products, achieving customer acquisition targets through direct sales techniques.
Salesman
CCB
Jul 2010 - Aug 2010 (1 month)
Sold energy products using call lists, managing customer outreach and closing sales during a summer campaign.
Salesman
TW Organisatie
Jan 2010 - Jun 2010 (5 months)
Conducted door-to-door sales for Nuon electricity, engaging customers and meeting sales objectives over a six-month period.
Floor Installer
Vloerenbedrijf 't Zuiden
Jan 2007 - Jan 2010 (3 years)
Installed and repaired floors full-time and later provided on-call services during holidays and weekends, ensuring quality installations and timely repairs.
Bodywork Builder
ECF
Dec 2008 - Nov 2009 (11 months)
Built truck bodies and installed wiring, tail lifts, and electrical assemblies for commercial vehicles, ensuring functional and safe installations.
Shelf Stacker
Emté Supermarkets
Feb 2008 - Aug 2008 (6 months)
Stocked shelves, ordered goods, promoted private-label products, and performed closing duties to maintain store operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Unknown
Logistics Team Leader, Logistics
2019 -
Enrolled in a Logistics Team Leader program (in progress) focusing on logistics management and team supervision.
Unknown
Certificate, Digital Media / Software
2017 - 2018
Completed an Adobe software course resulting in a certificate.
Unknown
Certificate, Office Software
2017 - 2017
Completed an Excel course resulting in a certificate.
Unknown
VMBO-T, General Secondary Education
2004 - 2008
Completed VMBO-T (pre-vocational secondary education theoretical track) focusing on general secondary subjects.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Job categories
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