FELIPE NAVA FUENTES
Avondale,AZ
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as a team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with a strong work ethic. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers, and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of a team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Motivated business professional bringing 15 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator /Order Picker
Ole Mexican Food, Inc.
05.2023 - Current
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory
Forklift Operator /Order Picker
Macy's Inc.
09.2018 - Current
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Restaurant Owner
YUMI YUM
01.2015 - 06.2017
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
- Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
- Supervised daily activities of restaurant and 3 employees.
- Recruited, hired, and trained talented staff to fill vacancies.
- Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts, and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
- Planned and executed strategies to increase customer loyalty and retention.
Business Owner/Operator
MINIMAX INC.
06.2007 - 04.2014
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
Sales Manager
CREATIVE TELECOM
02.2006 - 03.2007
- Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
- Coached and counseled sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts and helping sales representatives reach targets.
- Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
- Closed lucrative sales deals using strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
Business Owner/Operator
ONE POINT TELECARD
01.2002 - 05.2006
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Lent business acumen to meet day-to-day strategic objectives.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness
Sales Executive
EAZY TELECOM INC.
05.1998 - 08.2002
- Negotiated and closed profitable sales contracts with new and existing customers to increase loyalty and retention.
- Increased revenue by implementing effective sales strategies in sales cycle process from prospecting leads through close.
- Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
- Analyzed past sales data and team performance to develop realistic sales goals.
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
Education
High School Diploma -
Camelback High School
Phoenix, AZ05.1990
Skills
- Staging and Sorting
- Assembly Lines
- Basic Math Aptitude
- Project Management
- Order Picking and Processing
- Safety Standards
- Time Management
- Loading and Unloading
- Packing and Scanning
- Business Problem Solutions
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Product ordering
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Forklift Operator /Order Picker
Ole Mexican Food, Inc.
05.2023 - Current
Forklift Operator /Order Picker
Macy's Inc.
09.2018 - Current
Restaurant Owner
YUMI YUM
01.2015 - 06.2017
Business Owner/Operator
MINIMAX INC.
06.2007 - 04.2014
Sales Manager
CREATIVE TELECOM
02.2006 - 03.2007
Business Owner/Operator
ONE POINT TELECARD
01.2002 - 05.2006
Sales Executive
EAZY TELECOM INC.
05.1998 - 08.2002
High School Diploma -
Camelback High School