Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Adrian Villanueva

Fort Wayne,IN

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Menards Inc., enhancing inventory management and operational efficiency. Skilled in heavy equipment operation and fostering team collaboration, I excel in project planning and supplier relationship management, ensuring top-notch customer service and team success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

1st Asst. Building Materials Manager

Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
05.2020 - Current
  • Improved inventory management by implementing efficient tracking systems and conducting regular audits
  • Implemented lean principles within the department, reducing overall operational costs and increasing efficiency.
  • Optimized warehouse layout and organization strategies, enhancing overall space utilization and facilitating efficient material retrieval processes.
  • Reviewed blueprints and project plans meticulously, accurately estimating required materials quantities while minimizing excess ordering or wastage risks.
  • Enhanced supplier relationships by fostering open communication lines and timely payments for all materials received.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing high-quality materials at competitive prices.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Write tickets for building materials
  • Operate heavy equipment (fork lift, high lift, & Power pallet jacks).
  • Design and quote Post frame, houses, trusses, Steel siding, roofing.
  • Manage a team of 9 team members to keep them on task.

Wood Finisher

Westwood Lumber Sales
02.2019 - 05.2020
  • Recognized material deformation such as knots and used appropriate tools to blend surfaces.
  • Increased overall productivity by maintaining a clean and organized work area, setting up equipment, and prepping materials for efficient use.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality wood finishing work on time.
  • Applied new stain and sanded old stain down to give distressed look to materials.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to complete large-scale projects within tight deadlines.
  • Enhanced furniture appearance by skillfully applying wood finishes and stains.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by diligently following safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Required to drive heavy equipment (Fork Lift)

Team Member

Advanced Auto Parts
01.2018 - 02.2019

- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.

  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Gained recognition for delivering excellent customer service through active listening, empathetic communication, and timely resolution of concerns.
  • Exceeded performance goals through diligent task completion, attention to detail, and consistent follow-through on assignments.
  • Promotions offered once team member reached required age (Commercial Parts Pro)

Team Member

McDonald’s
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Belmont High School
Decatur, IN
08.2015 - 06.2018

Skills

  • Project planning
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Warehouse operations
  • Heavy equipment operator
  • Materials forecasting
  • Sourcing expertise
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Sales presentations
  • Positive attitude
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Reliability
  • Computer skills
  • Team leadership
  • Team building
  • Task prioritization
  • Self motivation
  • Managing operations and efficiency
  • Employee training
  • Training and development

Accomplishments

  • Achieved great sale numbers through effectively helping with team member development
  • Achieved great numbers by completing task with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Documented and resolved customer/team member issues which led to Positive results.
  • Supervised team of 9 staff members.

Certification

Fork lift

high lift

powered pallet jacks

JOE

Timeline

1st Asst. Building Materials Manager

Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
05.2020 - Current

Wood Finisher

Westwood Lumber Sales
02.2019 - 05.2020

Team Member

Advanced Auto Parts
01.2018 - 02.2019

Team Member

McDonald’s
01.2017 - 01.2018

High School Diploma -

Belmont High School
08.2015 - 06.2018
Adrian Villanueva