Ademar Solano
Missouri City,Texas
Summary
Professional with strong background in retail management, adept at optimizing operations to achieve results. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and focus on exceeding goals. Skilled in inventory management, staff training, and customer service excellence. Consistently reliable and proactive in responding to changing needs.
Overview
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Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
Wholefoods Market
Houston Metro
07.2014 - Current
- Delivered stellar customer service and mentored team members.
- Supervised daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company standards and policies.
- Led team training sessions to enhance product knowledge and customer service skills.
- Developed and implemented inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels.
Assistant Store Manager
Sam’s Club
Houston Metro
11.2009 - 07.2014
- Managed all aspects of store operations, including merchandising, grocery, hardlines, perishables, membership, and front-end.
- Led team in daily operations, ensuring adherence to company standards and policies.
- Developed training programs for staff, enhancing product knowledge and customer service skills.
- Managed inventory control processes, reducing waste through effective stock rotation strategies.
Flooring Specialist/Customer Service Supervisor
Home Depot
11.2007 - 06.2009
- Flooring Specialist: Managed sales of flooring materials, facilitated special orders, maintained department inventory, provided customer service, coordinated installation contracts, and led DIY classes
- Customer Service Supervisor: Managed front store operations total operations, recruitment and development associates
- Led installation projects, ensuring high-quality flooring solutions aligned with customer specifications.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in flooring installation and maintenance.
- Developed and implemented efficient workflows to enhance project completion timelines and customer satisfaction.
Commercial Maintenance Technician
Moody Rambin
Houston
02.2004 - 07.2007
- Assigned to multiple commercial buildings, maintained building exteriors cleanliness, performed general repairs (doors, building fixtures, paint, drywall, small repairs plumbing/electrical/sprinklers)
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on equipment and systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented effective repair solutions to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes and improve operational efficiency.
Education
HS Diploma -
Sharpstown High School
Houston01-2001
HVAC Certification - undefined
Houston Community College
Houston01-2005
Skills
- Customer service
- Retail operations
- Inventory management
- Problem-solving
- Team building and leadership
- Hiring and training
- Mentoring and coaching
- Relationship building and management
- Sales strategies
- Strategic merchandising
Certification
- Wholefoods All Star 2016
- Wholefoods Culture Champion
- Texas Food Manager Certification
- TABC certification
- EPA Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
Wholefoods Market
07.2014 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Sam’s Club
11.2009 - 07.2014
Flooring Specialist/Customer Service Supervisor
Home Depot
11.2007 - 06.2009
Commercial Maintenance Technician
Moody Rambin
02.2004 - 07.2007
HVAC Certification - undefined
Houston Community College
HS Diploma -
Sharpstown High School