Carlos Benitez Cruz
Garden Grove,CA
Summary
Diligent individual with a robust background as a warehouse supervisor, and as a successful soccer coach. Successfully improved inventory accuracy and optimized workflow processes as a warehouse manager. Demonstrated strong organizational skills with proven ability to lead and inspire teams to reach their full potential. Spearheaded multiple successful seasons, fostering culture of discipline and teamwork. Demonstrated strategic planning and player development skills, ensuring consistent improvement and adaptability.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Soccer Coach
GGUSD/Santiago High School
10.2010 - Current
- Established a positive team culture by promoting sportsmanship, collaboration, and respect among players.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians to maintain open lines of communication regarding player progress and expectations.
- Promoted a growth mindset among players by emphasizing personal development goals alongside team objectives.
- Coordinated off-season training camps to maintain fitness levels and foster camaraderie among returning players.
- Managed budget allocations for equipment purchases, facility rentals, and travel expenses by overseeing fundraising efforts and sponsorships.
- Collaborated with assistant coaches to design tailored training plans targeting specific areas of improvement.
- Built positive, productive training environments fostering team unity and camaraderie.
- Coordinated game and practice schedules with school staff members such as Athletic Directors, other coaches and offices administrators.
- Assisted players in obtaining college scholarships by reaching out to recruiters showcasing their abilities.
- Led the team to multiple championship and CIF appearances by instilling discipline, hard work, and a commitment to excellence.
Warehouse Supervisor
Tiger Sports
08.2005 - Current
- Kept detailed records of inventory and merchandise inventory transactions.
- Optimized storage capacity by redesigning warehouse layout for maximum space utilization.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads. Such as fully electric pallet straddler stacker.
General Merchandise Associate
Target
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Balanced multiple responsibilities simultaneously during peak times while remaining focused on delivering exceptional service experiences.
- Kept sales floor clean, neat, and well-stocked for customers, helping to drive consistent sales with professional arrangements.
- Pushed and stocked product in multiple departments and consistently met time targets.
- Maintained superior customer service levels by prioritizing customers' needs over merchandising assignments.
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing tasks to maintain productivity throughout shifts while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and well-organized store, contributing to a positive shopping experience for customers.
- Maintained knowledge of current products, trends, and store offerings, enabling better assistance to customers seeking guidance on purchases.
- Assisted in training new team members on store policies and procedures, fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Supported inventory management efforts by accurately tracking merchandise and restocking shelves as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Santiago High School
Garden Grove, CA05-2002
Skills
- Team management
- Motivational
- Injury prevention
- Scouting
- Training methodologies
- Tactical expertise
- Player development
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety awareness
- Motivational leadership style
- Safety management
- Parent communication
- Facility management
- Program leadership
- Equipment management
- Player evaluations
- Academic support
- Travel coordination
- Tournament procedures
- Alumni relations
- Sports equipment maintenance
- Meeting administration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Achieved several league tittles with Santiago as head coach. Managing to compete yearly in CIF.
- Awarded Coach of Character in 2024.
- Won several tournaments as head coach for Santiago High School.
Certification
- FA/CPR
- HEAT ILLNESS PREVENTION
- SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST
- SPORTS CONCUSSION
Languages
English
Timeline
General Merchandise Associate
Target
03.2024 - 01.2025
Head Soccer Coach
GGUSD/Santiago High School
10.2010 - Current
Warehouse Supervisor
Tiger Sports
08.2005 - Current
High School Diploma -
Santiago High School
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