Andrew Velez
Longwood,FL
Summary
Experienced service and logistics professional with over 10 years of expertise in logistics, inventory management, and field service operations. Proven ability to manage complex tasks, troubleshoot technical issues, and deliver exceptional customer service. Adept at installing, maintaining, and repairing water treatment systems with a strong focus on quality and efficiency. Skilled in managing warehouse operations, procurement, and team leadership. Eager to leverage a strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience in a dynamic role as an Apprentice Plumber, with a commitment to continuous learning and career advancement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Water Treatment Specialist/Field Service Technician
Discount Water Supply
07.2023 - Current
- Builds and maintains water treatment systems for residential customers
- Installs and maintains water softeners, chlorine filtration, and carbon filtration systems
- Conducts comprehensive water testing to customize water treatment systems for clients
- Provides solutions for odor elimination and improving water quality
- Ensures expert installation and maintenance services for all water treatment systems
Warehouse Shipping Lead/ Interim Shipping Supervisor
Alacriant Holdings
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Managed day-to-day operations of shipping department for manufacturer of stamped and fabricated assemblies
- Controlled inventory levels by conducting physical counts
- Scheduled daily freight pickup & deliveries
- Forklift operator & material handler
- Assembled fabricated cabinets
- Implemented safety protocols for warehouse staff, reducing workplace accidents and injuries
- Trained new employees on warehouse procedures
Procurement Specialist
Mid Florida Car Wash
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Procured car wash equipment, supplies, and chemicals, negotiating favorable terms with vendors to optimize costs
- Conducted vendor evaluations and managed relationships to ensure reliable procurement operations
- Collaborated with internal teams to forecast demand and maintain appropriate inventory levels
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives and streamlined procurement processes
- Monitored inventory in warehouse and coordinated with sales and marketing for product improvement and expansion
Inventory Control Specialist
Plimpton & Hills
04.2018 - 07.2019
- Oversaw inventory control at 17 Plimpton and Hills retail locations for plumbing and HVAC contractors throughout Connecticut
- Responsible for keeping track of inventory changes
- Suggested inventory adjustments for inventory reconciliation
- Analyzed inventory concerns for remedial action
- Setup of warehouse and facility displays such as installation of racking and safety rails
- Additional essential duties and responsibilities included but not limited to; shipping and receiving, forklift operation, cherry picking, order picking, locating material and product delivery through utilization of company pick up truck or box truck
Production Worker
Clark Dietrich Building Systems
02.2017 - 12.2017
- Set up, operated, and adjusted metal forming equipment
- Directed, assisted, and trained helpers in performing necessary functions and completing required paperwork
- Assisted material handlers with coil changes and enforced reject policies for defective steel
- Handled shipping and receiving tasks
- Organized inventory
- Cleared production lines using a forklift
- Dug and loaded materials for strappers
- Operated saws and ensured accurate wood cutting using a measuring tape
- Performed various machine operations.
Warehouse Clerk/Delivery Driver
Industrial Supply Company
08.2015 - 02.2017
- Supervised and conducted day to day operations at Industrial Supply Company, a company responsible for purchasing and stocking tools for aerospace companies
- Additional essential duties and responsibilities included not but limited to; shipping and receiving, maintaining $500,000 in inventory, stocking and repairing warehouse facility vending machines, picking orders, maintaining and restocking cabinets and delivering tools on a weekly basis such as end mills, reamers, abrasive pads, abrasive discs, cutting wheels and 3M tape to aerospace facilities.
Purchasing Administrator
Sears Holding Inc
07.2013 - 07.2015
- Managed and optimized relationships with 12+ vendors nation-wide
- Analyzed, reviewed and tracked $75K sales orders weekly through ticketing system
- Created and processed purchase orders simultaneously for multiple product lines
- Inspected invoices and initiate chargebacks
- Ensured commissions were properly calculated.
Education
High school or equivalent -
Orville H. Platt High School
Meriden, CT01.2006
Timeline
Water Treatment Specialist/Field Service Technician
Discount Water Supply
07.2023 - Current
Warehouse Shipping Lead/ Interim Shipping Supervisor
Alacriant Holdings
04.2021 - 06.2023
Procurement Specialist
Mid Florida Car Wash
08.2019 - 03.2020
Inventory Control Specialist
Plimpton & Hills
04.2018 - 07.2019
Production Worker
Clark Dietrich Building Systems
02.2017 - 12.2017
Warehouse Clerk/Delivery Driver
Industrial Supply Company
08.2015 - 02.2017
Purchasing Administrator
Sears Holding Inc
07.2013 - 07.2015
High school or equivalent -
Orville H. Platt High School
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