Barbara Paradiso
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
Seasoned Parts Manager skilled at improving department organization and vendor relations to maximize productivity and efficiency while streamlining processes and reducing costs and cycle times. Well-versed in automotive parts, invoicing, and inventory management. Terrific motivator and upbeat nature. Offering seven years of progressive experience in the automotive collision field.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Parts Coordinator
Caliber Collision
03.2023 - Current
- Optimized storage solutions within the parts department space to maximize efficiency and ease of access to parts needed for repairs.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, resulting in improved communication and faster delivery times.
- Participated actively in continuous improvement initiatives leading changes that positively impacted daily operations and team performance.
- Spearheaded cross-functional efforts to resolve backorders quickly while maintaining strong vendor relationships and minimal cycle time.
- Reduced order processing time through streamlining the online parts ordering process; utilizing the OPS platform.
Visual Merchandising, Task and Sales Associate
Ulta Beauty
12.2019 - 08.2023
- Exceeded expectations with creating eye-catching product displays, store layouts and design to attract customers and increase sales.
- Proficiently performed multiple tasks to increase inventory productivity and reduce loss prevention.
- Continuously acquiring new skills and product knowledge; increasing sales goals.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Parts Manager
Service King Collision/Crash Champions
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided excellent customer service by assisting service writers with locating specific parts or guiding them through locating alternate backordered part solutions.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to ensure proper parts deliveries, ultimately reducing costs and cycle times for the company.
- Established effective communication channels with other departments to streamline workflow and improve interdepartmental collaboration.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and advancements in vehicle technology to continuously improve operations within the parts department.
Parts Manager
Autobahn Autobody
08.2017 - 10.2019
- Efficiently managed over a thousand parts in inventory a month by being detail oriented, while overseeing several other departments throughout the company.
- Maintained positive client relations by investigating errors and resolving all errors in a timely and professional manner with over two dozen vendors.
- Coordinated with other managers to establish daily meetings to go over and prioritize team member goals while increasing awareness and communication.
- Increased efficiency in the parts department by implementing an improved inventory management system.
Retail Sales Associate
Victoria's Secret
10.2016 - 01.2018
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting all customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Highly efficient at ensuring all products in store were properly stocked, and detail oriented with inventory management and loss prevention.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
Education
National Personal Training Institute of Colorado
Lakewood, CO01.2012
Douglas County High School
Castle Rock, CO01.2009
Skills
- Customer Service
- Positive Attitude
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Interpersonal Skills
- Invoice Processing
- Inventory Management
- Vendor Relations
- Emotional Intelligence
- Life Long Learner
Timeline
Parts Coordinator
Caliber Collision
03.2023 - Current
Parts Manager
Service King Collision/Crash Champions
02.2022 - 03.2023
Visual Merchandising, Task and Sales Associate
Ulta Beauty
12.2019 - 08.2023
Parts Manager
Autobahn Autobody
08.2017 - 10.2019
Retail Sales Associate
Victoria's Secret
10.2016 - 01.2018
National Personal Training Institute of Colorado
Douglas County High School
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