Joseph Arizaga

Human Resources

• Reviewed applications, conducted interviews, set up drug screens, and physicals for all new hires.
• Managed post-hire paperwork and safety training.
• Ensured all departments are professionally trained and fully staffed.
• Responsible for employee evaluations and pay increases.
• Handled internal interviews and promotions.
• Maintained and ensured completed policies for annual audits.
• Responsible for direct communication with sales reps regarding evaluations.

Inventory Management

• Helped manage inventory levels to prevent out-of-stock issues in the warehouse.
• Ordered and maintained supplies such as PPE, DEF fluid, and equipment.
• Responsible for the accuracy of inventory records and order fulfillment.

Operations Management

• Managed productivity across all warehouse shifts.
• Managed delivery drivers' schedules to ensure punctual deliveries.
• Oversaw routing for merchandisers and ensured the timely completion of daily tasks.
• Responsible for all resets, sets, and schematic building.

Budgeting and Financial Oversight

• Ordered and maintained budgets for point-of-sale materials for all major suppliers.
• Track and recap all incentives to ensure goal achievement for the sales team.
• Collaborated with ownership to ensure all incentive payouts were calculated accurately and distributed correctly to eligible employees, maintaining transparency and trust in the incentive program.

Sponsorship and Event Management

• Managed all company sponsorships with seasonal accounts, events and charities.
• Booked and managed on-premise special events, including hiring all personnel for these events.

Training and Development

• Prepared and presented weekly sales meetings focused on incentives, goals, and new products.
• Conducted biannual training classes for draft quality.
• Organized quarterly merchandiser meetings to discuss performance and training.

Safety and Compliance

• Documented and reported incidents in the warehouse and trade, addressing all safety concerns.
• Conducted monthly safety meetings across departments, and maintained records for all safety trainings.
• Managed forklift certifications and maintained accurate certification records.

Communication and Relationship Management

• Met with account decision-makers to assist in closing sales.
• Ensured that all sales information from suppliers was communicated thoroughly to teams.
• Designed and produced sell sheets to support the sales team in their efforts to maximize outreach and enhance sales performance.
• Collaborated with suppliers to meet monthly performance goals.