Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Awards
Previous positions
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Joshua Martinez

Applegate

Summary

Non-Foods Supervisor for Department Manager

As retail management professional, brings valuable experience in overseeing non-food departments and driving operational efficiency. Proven ability to enhance inventory management and control costs. Known for fostering collaborative teams and adapting to changing retail environments, with expertise in procurement and vendor relations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Tire Shop Supervisor

Costco Wholesale
09.2022 - 02.2025
  • Supervised daily operations of tire installation and repair services, ensuring high-quality workmanship.
  • Trained and mentored staff on best practices for tire handling and safety protocols.
  • Implemented inventory management system to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
  • Coordinated scheduling of service appointments to maximize shop productivity and efficiency.
  • Monitored compliance with safety regulations, conducting regular inspections of work areas and equipment.

Assistant Front End Manager

Costco Wholesale
04.2018 - 10.2018
  • As a Front End Manager for Costco, I collaborate with management to oversee operations of the building with a focus on the Front End
  • Mentoring Front End supervisors and employees
  • Assisting member with questions regarding merchandise, membership and services
  • Handling concerns regarding member service, security and employee performance using tact and discretion
  • Promoting programs to boost productivity and sales
  • Drafting, editing and administering employee performance reviews
  • Ensuring Front End Supervisors follow procedures appropriately
  • Communicating concerns and challenges to upper management while outlining potential solutions
  • Allocating resources and personnel to other departments or warehouses as needed

Front End Supervisor

Costco Wholesale
09.2016 - 10.2021
  • As a Front End Supervisor for Costco, I currently collaborate with 16 other supervisors to oversee operations of the Front End
  • Determining the appropriate amount of registers needed to maintain best member service and productivity
  • Assisting members with questions regarding merchandise, membership and services
  • Managing employees productivity and participation in all Front End focuses and promotions
  • Training and coaching employees on best practices and safety
  • Arranging fund increases and cash drops for cashiers
  • Drafting and administering employee performance reviews
  • Outsourcing assistance to other departments as needed to ensure proper staffing throughout the warehouse
  • Collaborating with other supervisors on special projects to improve productivity and use of resources
  • Organizing and assembling meetings to distribute pertinent information not included in regular training
  • Hiring new employees by utilizing the Rothman Workplan
  • Scheduling for 100+ employees to best meet the needs of the business

Night Floor Supervisor

Costco Wholesale
08.2017 - 04.2018
  • As a Night Floor Supervisor for Costco, I collaborate with management to oversee operations of the sales floor on Wednesday Nights
  • Assisting members with questions regarding merchandise
  • Managing employees productivity while promoting their strengths and developing their weaknesses
  • Ensuring proper merchandising of mandatory focus items and merchandise overall
  • Collaborating with morning Merchandising Managers on specific goals and tasks for the evening
  • Verifying signage for accuracy
  • Ensuring the sales floor is clean and “showtime ready”
  • Assisting with stocking and electric pallet jack driving when needed

Cashier

Costco Wholesale
03.2016 - 08.2016
  • Provided a high level of member service while driving sales of focus items and events
  • Processed a high volume of transactions accurately
  • Above average of 55 Members Per Hour, 98.9% Scanning and 22 Items Per Minute
  • Consistently met or exceeded membership upgrade and credit card sign up rate with 3 upgrades per week and 2 Citi Visa sign-ups per week
  • Drove sales of all focus items (stamps, movie tickets, gift cards… etc.)
  • Trained new assistant employees on efficiency, best practices and policies

Non-Foods Supervisor

Costco Wholesale
02.2025 - Current
  • Managed non-food inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
  • Oversaw procurement processes, negotiating contracts with suppliers to enhance cost efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented merchandising strategies to maximize product visibility and sales.
  • Trained and mentored team members on inventory management best practices and operational procedures.

Education

AA - Humanities

Santa Rosa Junior College

Skills

  • Merchandising strategies
  • Store layout
  • Performance analysis
  • Marketing initiatives
  • Category management
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities

Accomplishments

  • Costco Wholesale
  • 2017 Conducted hiring procedures for the entire warehouse for the 2017 Holiday Season.
  • 2017 Suggested a focus of Water World day and season passes 4th of July week, resulting in over $19,000 in total sales of both items
  • 2016 Employee of the Month – December Collaborated with another supervisor on check out binder for cart equipment to save cost

Awards

  • 2007 WBA A-class Champions, 2008 WBA A-class Champions, 2009 WBA A-class Champions, 2010 WBA A-class Champions
  • Fever Drum and Bugle Corps- Esprit De Corps Award 2003 and 2007, Los Banos High School Marching Band – John Philip Sousa Award 2006

Previous positions

Tire Sales and Installation, Photo Center Assistant, Security/Member Service

Timeline

Non-Foods Supervisor

Costco Wholesale
02.2025 - Current

Tire Shop Supervisor

Costco Wholesale
09.2022 - 02.2025

Assistant Front End Manager

Costco Wholesale
04.2018 - 10.2018

Night Floor Supervisor

Costco Wholesale
08.2017 - 04.2018

Front End Supervisor

Costco Wholesale
09.2016 - 10.2021

Cashier

Costco Wholesale
03.2016 - 08.2016

AA - Humanities

Santa Rosa Junior College

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