Path of Progress: Aaron Lawrence
Aaron’s path of progress is unique as he has held various roles and has gained knowledge along the way, which has served him well in his current role as Director of Inventory Control.
Q: How did you make the transition from where you started to where you are now?
A: Growth, Learning & Flexibility. I first started as an order selector, primarily in the cooler, but was always eager to help and learn in other areas, so I sought out opportunities wherever I could. I learned how to load trucks, drive a forklift, how to stock, move trucks & trailers, to utilize the WMS. After a small handful of years developing skills, opportunities arose, and I was blessed to be offered the opportunity to join leadership as a PM Supervisor. I led the PM operation in Roseburg for about 7 years where I oversaw the order selection and shipping processes. I then transitioned to AM Manager where I acquired new knowledge & responsibilities around Receiving, Inventory Control and Replenishment. After leading the AM operation for 6yrs I was given the opportunity to take on a new challenge, where I currently reside as Director of Inventory Control for HWF.
Q: How long have you been with Harbor?
A: I started working for Paul Jackson Wholesale in August 2002, then transitioned over with Harbor in the 2007 acquisition.
Q: Any advice for advancing your career at Harbor?
A: Don’t pass on the little opportunities to gain knowledge that would reward you a new tool for your toolbelt. Be flexible, be available, be patient and absorb everything you can.
Q: What roles have you held at Harbor?
A: Order Selector, “Dock Boss”- Lead Loader, Stocker & Outchaser, PM Warehouse Supervisor, PM Warehouse Manager, AM Warehouse Manager, and now Director of Inventory Control
Q: What do you think is the most important quality to have to get your career started at Harbor?
A: Being Genuine. Any other quality or characteristic is potentially flawed if you’re not genuine.