DONALD FERREN
Hemet,CA
Summary
With a strong work ethic and over 20 years of education and experience, dedicated to delivering daily service, driving growth, and maximizing profits through effective leadership, rapid production, streamlined procedures, and a strong focus on safety. Extensive experience as a site or plant worker showcasing senior management expertise in logistics, production, and operations while supervising plant operations. Shaped into an independent employee, capable leader, and valuable team player. Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with a solid background in retail operations and customer service ensuring accurate transactions and fostering positive customer interactions. Excels in efficiently managing high-volume transactions and promptly resolving issues. Possesses exceptional skills in cash handling and effective communication.
Overview
55
55
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
The Home Depot
Perris, CA
03.2022 - 11.2024
- Dependable full-time retail cashier, providing fast reliable service daily at individual retail cashier station
- Also frequently worked as cashier at the Pro-desk with contractors and professionals to process orders
- Worked 6am–2:30p daily including all weekends and holidays
Production
FedEx Supply Chain
Moreno Valley, CA
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Provided operational production of Phillips Inc
- Extensive product line for both individual and commercial orders in every area of operations including production, line lead, clerical, and training, to provide rapid and high-quality products
Operation, Production & Auditor
Ryder Integrated Logistics
Moreno Valley, CA
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided fulfillment of online Phillips Inc
- Products for both individual and commercial orders
- Used Ryder tracking program MOVAL to monitor daily trucking shipments
- Executed special projects including line lead, for the Operation Manager
Operation and Production
Amazon Warehouses
Moreno Valley, CA
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Worked in 2 warehouse locations
- Packaged outgoing orders in distribution warehouse
- In staging warehouse inventoried supplies, verified count, organized incoming shipments from suppliers to be sent to fulfillment locations
Managerial Consultant
Ferren & Associates
Newport Beach, CA
08.1989 - 12.2015
- Financial consultant for small business
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Identified areas of improvement for clients'' operations, implementing targeted solutions to increase productivity.
General Manager
Star-Kist Foods Inc.
Long Beach, CA
07.1969 - 07.1989
- Senior Manager in several areas including plant management, operations, procurement/purchasing, product development, financial planning, budgeting and product management
- 20 years
- 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.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure better pricing, reducing operational costs while maintaining product quality.
Education
MBA - Entrepreneurship
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CAGraduate -
The Home Depot University of Leadership
BBA - Business Management
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CABachelor of Science - Economics
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Cash management skills
- Plant management
- Inventory management
- Financial record management
- Workforce manager
- Operational leadership
- Accounting principles
- Employee development
- Effective team collaboration
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash management expertise
- Inventory management
Timeline
Cashier
The Home Depot
03.2022 - 11.2024
Production
FedEx Supply Chain
07.2019 - 07.2020
Operation, Production & Auditor
Ryder Integrated Logistics
09.2017 - 06.2019
Operation and Production
Amazon Warehouses
01.2016 - 01.2017
Managerial Consultant
Ferren & Associates
08.1989 - 12.2015
Graduate -
The Home Depot University of Leadership
General Manager
Star-Kist Foods Inc.
07.1969 - 07.1989
MBA - Entrepreneurship
University of Southern California
BBA - Business Management
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Loyola Marymount University