Josh Valdez
Spring,TX
Summary
Self-starting Operations Manager offering experience in supervision of workover and completion operations. Adept at directing work of completion consultants and completion supervisors. Successful introducing lean manufacturing to increase productivity and cut costs of completion. Well organized, attentive to detail, and vigilant in achieving safety and environmental impact reduction objectives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
LAKE
2024.12 - 2026.05
- Managed all inbound, fulfillment, and inventory activities for the US branch
- Oversaw daily operations of 20 full-time and seasonal warehouse employees to ensure efficiency.
- Established and tracked daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs to monitor progress and drive continuous improvement.
- Managed asset purchasing and inventory to support growing business needs.
- Small parcel, LTL freight management including contract negotiations.
US Logistics/3PL Manager
Air Up Inc.
2022.01 - 2024.12
- Managed all inbound, fulfillment, and inventory activities for the US branch
- Oversaw daily operations of 20 full-time and seasonal warehouse employees to ensure efficiency.
- Established and tracked daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs to monitor progress and drive continuous improvement.
- Managed asset purchasing and inventory to support growing business needs.
- Small parcel, LTL freight management including contract negotiations.
AMR Operations Manager/3PL Manager
CMS Distribution
2020.04 - 2022.01
- Directed US warehousing and distribution operations for e-commerce D2C brand; enhancing service delivery and efficiency.
- Participated in selection and implementation of dual 3PL facilities in CA and TX, analyzing KPIs and driving process improvements.
- Managed stock movements from purchase order creation to final returns, ensuring seamless operations as sole contact for US division.
- Negotiated transportation contracts with vendors, securing optimal pricing and terms to support growth.
- Organized data to forecast performance trends and mitigate operational risks.
- Supported 30% sales growth through key account management in 2021.
Founder
Tight Lines Inc.
2016.02 - 2020.08
- Founded full-service residential and commercial painting business.
- Led sales team in developing daily strategies to meet financial goals.
- Directed financial activities, achieving daily sales targets through effective budgeting and forecasting.
- Generated leads by building strategic relationships and executing targeted cold calling campaigns.
- Oversaw project management for customer painting projects, ensuring timely completion.
- Implemented internal CRM system to track relationships and sales metrics.
- Hired and supervised full-time employees and subcontractors to enhance operational efficiency.
- Managed customer service and resolved conflicts, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Transportation and Logistics Manager
Birko Corporation
2014.07 - 2016.01
- Oversaw domestic hazmat supply chain and distribution operations, ensuring compliance and safety standards.
- Managed all fleet operations company-owned (tractor/trailer), including hiring drivers, capacity planning, scheduling, HOS compliance, and customer service follow-through.
- Full P&L management of $15M departmental budget.
- Coordinated supplemental LTL, FTL, and small parcel shipping services to align with demand fluctuations.
- Strategically selected and managed 3PL partners on a daily basis.
- Executed freight RFQ process and negotiated vendor contracts to optimize service delivery.
- Implemented vendor scorecard and QBR initiative to drive continuous improvement.
- Departmental KPI setting/tracking.
- Supervised 15 employees in daily operations.
Director of Warehouse and Distribution
Sea to Summit
2009.01 - 2014.07
- Managed all inbound, fulfillment, and inventory for the global distributor of the year for 5 years.
- Oversaw daily operations of 20 full-time and seasonal warehouse employees to ensure efficiency.
- Established and tracked daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs to monitor progress and drive continuous improvement.
- Implemented a new WMS solution from RFQ to implementation to address company needs.
- Managed asset purchasing and inventory to support growing business needs.
- Small parcel, LTL freight management including contract negotiations.
Education
BS - Political Sciences
University of Colorado at Boulder
Skills
- Ecommerce management
- 3PL management
- Warehouse optimization
- SOP implementation
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Continuous improvement
- Analytical skills
- Dynamic problem solving
- Team leadership
- Team management
- Staff training and development
Certification
- ISO 9001 quality management principles
- HAZMAT-related certifications including 49 CFR, RCRA, and HAZWOPER
- APICS CPIM certification
Hobbies and Interests
Fly fishing guide in Colorado's Front Range
Timeline
Operations Manager
LAKE
2024.12 - 2026.05
US Logistics/3PL Manager
Air Up Inc.
2022.01 - 2024.12
AMR Operations Manager/3PL Manager
CMS Distribution
2020.04 - 2022.01
Founder
Tight Lines Inc.
2016.02 - 2020.08
Transportation and Logistics Manager
Birko Corporation
2014.07 - 2016.01
Director of Warehouse and Distribution
Sea to Summit
2009.01 - 2014.07
BS - Political Sciences
University of Colorado at Boulder