Curtiss Buchanan
Enumclaw
Summary
Coordination professional with proven ability to manage projects and streamline processes. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Possess skills in project management, communication, and problem-solving. Dependable and flexible with changing needs, ensuring goals are met efficiently.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Coordination Supervisor
Muckleshoot Indian Tribe
12.2019 - Current
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and budget constraints.
- Developed strong relationships through regular meetings, updates, and open communication lines.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement within the coordination department, leading to increased productivity levels across the board.
- Acted as liaison between the coordination team and other departments within the organization, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration on all projects.
- Reduced costs for the department by optimizing resource allocation and identifying areas for improvement in processes.
- Collaborated with upper management to establish realistic expectations for project deliverables based on available resources and time constraints.
- Maintained detailed records of all project-related activities, ensuring full compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Led post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and best practices that can be applied to future initiatives within the organization.
General Manager
Jiffy Lube
08.2017 - 12.2019
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
General Manager
Jiffy Lube
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
Delivery Driver
Rent A Center Warehouse & Retail Store
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Delivered product to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
Warehouse Worker
Michaels Distrubution Center
09.2012 - 08.2014
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 80 pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Centralia Community College
Centralia, WAHigh School Diploma -
Centralia High School
Centralia, WA06-2012
Skills
- Project management
- Budget management
- Process improvement
- Resource allocation
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Client relationship management
- Employee training
- Team building
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
- Achieved the number 1 store ranking within 1 year of taking over manager.
- Managed a store that exceeded company expectations in every category during a two year span.
- Exceeded monthly store sales goals 24 months in a row.
- Brought the million dollar sales award to the store for the first time in its existence.
Certification
Swift Water Rescue Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Coordination Supervisor
Muckleshoot Indian Tribe
12.2019 - Current
General Manager
Jiffy Lube
08.2017 - 12.2019
General Manager
Jiffy Lube
08.2015 - 08.2017
Delivery Driver
Rent A Center Warehouse & Retail Store
08.2014 - 08.2015
Warehouse Worker
Michaels Distrubution Center
09.2012 - 08.2014
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Centralia Community College
High School Diploma -
Centralia High School
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