Jose Garcia
Kingsburg,CA
Summary
Dynamic Inventory Manager with proven success at Best Buy, adept at optimizing stock levels and enhancing team performance. Skilled in inventory control systems and decision-making, I led initiatives that improved accuracy and reduced costs. Committed to fostering a productive work environment while ensuring exceptional customer service and operational efficiency.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Manager
Green Rabbit
2237 N. Plaza Drive Visalia, CA
07.2020 - Current
- Assisted in managing inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability.
- Learned and operated inventory management systems for accurate tracking of stock.
- Supported receiving and inspecting incoming shipments for quality assurance.
- Collaborated with team members to organize and maintain storage areas efficiently.
- Participated in cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy and integrity.
- Documented discrepancies and communicated issues to senior staff for resolution.
- Adapted quickly to changes in inventory procedures and best practices.
- Contributed to team efforts in optimizing warehouse layouts for improved accessibility.
- Analyzed inventory data to identify and address stock discrepancies.
- Participated in regular cycle counts to confirm accuracy of inventory records.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
- Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
General Laborer
MG Landscaping
San Jose, CA
04.2014 - 08.2019
- Operated landscaping tools and equipment to maintain outdoor spaces efficiently.
- Assisted in planting, pruning, and mulching to enhance landscape aesthetics.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks with necessary materials for each project phase while adhering to proper lifting techniques.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
Inventory/Sales Manager
Best Buy, Geek Squad
Visalia, CA
02.2004 - 03.2014
- Led sales team to exceed quarterly targets through strategic planning and effective coaching.
- Developed training programs enhancing product knowledge and customer service skills among staff.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for product placement and promotional campaigns.
- Implemented inventory management systems improving stock accuracy and reducing excess inventory costs.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline operational processes, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
Education
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences
SJVC
Visalia06-2020
Skills
- Decision-making
- Warehouse management
- Paperwork reviewing
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Stock replenishment
- Materials management
- Inventory audits
- Shipping and receiving
- Cycle counting
- Purchasing management
- Team development
- Inventory control systems
- Process improvement
- Inventory counts
- Inventory optimization
- Logistics scheduling
- Stock rotation
- Product replenishing
- Worker supervision
- Profit and loss management
- Daily operations management
- Project management
- Internal loss prevention
- Customer service
- Heavy lifting
- Order picking and processing
- Staff supervision
- Staff management
- Cycle counts
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 45 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Forklift certified.
- Managed a warehouse with a team of 60 members.
- Traveled to Reno to help set up another warehouse.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Inventory Manager
Green Rabbit
07.2020 - Current
General Laborer
MG Landscaping
04.2014 - 08.2019
Inventory/Sales Manager
Best Buy, Geek Squad
02.2004 - 03.2014
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences
SJVC