Derius Johnson
Pembroke Pines
Summary
Highly knowledgeable in automotive and machinery parts sales with background in managing inventory, providing customer service, and driving sales growth. Skilled in identifying client needs, recommending solutions, and facilitating transactions. Demonstrated ability to improve operational efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction through proactive service and effective communication. Successfully increased parts department revenue by fostering strong relationships with customers and vendors.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Parts Specialist
LKQ Corporation Inc.
Davie
06.2019 - 03.2025
- Organized and labeled parts to ensure easy identification and retrieval.
- Inspected and verified incoming parts for accuracy against invoices, delivery notes, and packing slips.
- Responded to inquiries from internal staff members about part specifications or availability.
- Maintained parts system with current order and sales data.
- Documented any discrepancies between actual inventory counts versus what was recorded in the system.
- Monitored stock levels of all products in the storeroom to ensure adequate supply at all times.
Stockroom Manager
Centerplate
Miami Gardens
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Updated computerized inventory tracking system with current information on product availability.
- Managed daily shipping processes including packaging materials, labeling boxes, and scheduling pickups.
- Implemented procedures for stocking shelves with new merchandise received from vendors.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing on bulk orders.
- Developed strategies to reduce shrinkage due to theft or damage.
Loader Operator
United Parcel Service, UPS
Hialeah
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Adhered to strict safety protocols when operating machinery in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Managed inventory control processes including receiving shipments, verifying contents against orders, storing materials safely in designated areas.
- Monitored machine performance during operation and made necessary adjustments as needed to maintain optimal output quality levels.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of materials from trailers using appropriate tools or equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks.
- Positioned lifting devices to move loaded pallets, skids, and boxes to designated areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Miami Norland Senior High
Miami Gardens, FL06-2010
Skills
- Parts inspection
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Multitasking ability
- Product knowledge
- Delivery coordination
Certification
- Forklift Operation Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Parts Specialist
LKQ Corporation Inc.
06.2019 - 03.2025
Stockroom Manager
Centerplate
02.2015 - 02.2016
Loader Operator
United Parcel Service, UPS
01.2013 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Miami Norland Senior High