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Adrian Valenzuela

Baden,PA

Summary

Dynamic veteran in sales and retail management with a proven ability to build and motivate high-performing teams, consistently achieving and exceeding sales, service, and performance objectives. Expertise in loss prevention, recordkeeping, and team leadership complements a results-driven approach as an Operations Manager with over six years of experience in optimizing processes and enhancing organizational efficiency. Proficient in strategic planning, resource allocation, and workflow optimization, with a strong track record of reducing costs while elevating productivity and service quality. Recognized for exceptional leadership, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills that promote cross-departmental collaboration and drive measurable business outcomes.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Operation Manager

Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
06.2024 - Current

Keurig Dr Pepper – Cranberry Township (Pittsburgh) PA

Sales Operations Manager

Responsible for the overall direction, guidance, and safety of the Pittsburgh Territory (Cranberry Township PA, Erie PA ,Johnstown PA, Stonewood WV). Responsible for the health and safety of our team members while reaching our productivity and efficiency goals. Lead and execute continuous improvement initiatives across cross-functional teams and projects, progress reports, make recommendations, and support implementation. I have built and am aligned with our ONE KDP culture and environment by providing leadership, communication, and performance management for my supervisors and team members. Grow and develop each member of my team to ensure readiness for the next level in their career.


Warehouse:

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the warehouse

Ensure proper execution and implementation of all policies procedures with regard to picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and inventory management.

Train and evaluate Warehouse Supervisors and staff on effective inventory techniques and daily tasks.

Assist and maintain appropriate inventory levels and product loss control.

Conduct physical counts of inventory and reconcile floor counts and inventory shipments.

Schedule and manage warehouse team members within labor and budget while meeting our company KPIs

Ensure compliance with safety codes, policies, and procedures of the Company are executed daily.

Ensure all equipment, including but not limited to forklifts, pallet jacks, and fleet trucks, is properly maintained and inspection practices are followed.


DSD Delivery:

Manage Delivery Supervisors and team of delivery drivers.

Responsible for the direction, coordination and evaluation of all distribution activities for assigned drivers/routes.

Ensure accurate deliveries and excellent customer service.

Supervise the planning and scheduling of company transport vehicles to maximize revenue producing opportunities and minimize downtime and excessive overtime.

Supervise driver performance and takes proper disciplinary steps as necessary.

Monitor the team to ensure vehicles are well maintained and that related repairs and safety issues are addressed in a timely manner.

Ensure that optimal inventory levels of full goods are maintained in order to fulfill daily sales needs.

Sales Operation Manger

Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
01.2023 - 06.2024

Keurig Dr Pepper – Evansville IN

Sales Operations Manager

Responsible for the overall direction, guidance, and safety of the Evansville Territory (Evansville IN,Bowling Green KY,Mayfield KY,Marion IL). Responsible for the health and safety of our team members while reaching our productivity and efficiency goals. Lead and execute continuous improvement initiatives across cross-functional teams and projects, progress reports, make recommendations, and support implementation. I have built and am aligned with our ONE KDP culture and environment by providing leadership, communication, and performance management for my supervisors and team members. Grow and develop each member of my team to ensure readiness for the next level in their career.

Help Supervisors and team of delivery drivers.

Responsible for the direction, coordination and evaluation of all distribution activities for assigned drivers/routes.

Ensure accurate deliveries and excellent customer service.

Supervise the planning and scheduling of company transport vehicles to maximize revenue producing opportunities and minimize downtime and excessive overtime.

Supervise driver performance and takes proper disciplinary steps as necessary.

Monitor the team to ensure vehicles are well maintained and that related repairs and safety issues are addressed in a timely manner.

Ensure that optimal inventory levels of full goods are maintained in order to fulfill daily sales needs.

District Sales Supervisor

Keurig Dr Pepper
09.2020 - 01.2023

Responsible for overseeing operations of the entire Bowling Green Branch, including Sales, Merchandising, and Delivery of product in cross-dock warehouse location

Examine weekly and monthly sales figures to determine business needs and set goals for the sales team to achieve

Monitor JJ Keller compliance, time inefficiency, route inefficiency, the GIMBA metric board to look for opportunities to improve delivery metrics

Train new route drivers and new sales managers

Inventory control in warehouse and customer deliveries

Employee relations and communication

Ensure proper execution and implementation of all aspects of sales, deliveries, and merchandising

Ensure safety compliance on warehouse premises

Researched issues to obtain appropriate answers to customer inquiries

Promoted business' development by building and maintaining relationships with new clients.

UDS Supervisor

Kuerig Dr Pepper
03.2018 - 09.2020
  • Worked with District Managers to resolve delivery problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service.
  • Worked with small format customers to understand requirements and provide exceptional delivery service.
  • Help solve issues in the field with UDS drivers and coach through any other issues.
  • Train and coach drivers out in the field. Take notes on routes that will help the routing team to better direct stops.

Merchandising Supervisor

Keurig Dr Pepper
04.2017 - 03.2019
  • Ensures accurate orders by utilizing 5S standards to optimize sales and customer service.
  • Strategically schedules team members to maintain optimal labor dollars.
  • Establishes performance expectations among team members and promotes positive and energetic culture.
  • Proficiently and punctually completes payroll for overseen team members

Lead Account Manager

Kuerig Dr Pepper
12.2016 - 04.2017
  • Addressed each customers’ needs and wants to recommend suitable product options.
  • Evaluated inventory and delivery needs, optimizing strategies to meet customer demands.
  • Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints and promote new offerings.
  • Worked alongside retail representatives to boost sales by enhancing product presentations and advertising collateral.

Grocery Manager

Tom Thumb
06.2013 - 12.2016
  • Collaborated with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
  • Performed store walks to promote inviting store appearance, including the ensurance of stocked and zoned areas.
  • Cultivated a pleasant working environment for all employees by implementing reward programs and actively communicating with all team members.
  • Engaged customers and provided a high level of service and support.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sweetwater High School
Sweetwater, TX
2003

Skills

  • Consistent dedication to tasks
  • Effective inventory oversight
  • Effective relationship management
  • Strategic decision-making
  • Cost management strategies
  • Project coordination
  • Profit and loss management
  • DOT regulations knowledge
  • Operational efficiency initiatives
  • Team training initiatives
  • Team development and leadership

Timeline

Sales Operation Manager

Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
06.2024 - Current

Sales Operation Manger

Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
01.2023 - 06.2024

District Sales Supervisor

Keurig Dr Pepper
09.2020 - 01.2023

UDS Supervisor

Kuerig Dr Pepper
03.2018 - 09.2020

Merchandising Supervisor

Keurig Dr Pepper
04.2017 - 03.2019

Lead Account Manager

Kuerig Dr Pepper
12.2016 - 04.2017

Grocery Manager

Tom Thumb
06.2013 - 12.2016

High School Diploma -

Sweetwater High School