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
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
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
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