Joshua McCray
Saucier,MS
Summary
Dynamic Travel Manager at Pivotal Retail Group with exceptional communication and negotiation skills. Successfully streamlined travel processes, enhancing operational efficiency while managing vendor relationships. Proficient in forklift operations and retail remodel work, demonstrating a strong ability to lead teams and execute projects effectively. Committed to delivering optimal travel solutions within budget constraints.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Manager
Pivotal Retail Group
Marietta, Georgia
02.2022 - 02.2026
- Coordinated travel arrangements for staff, ensuring compliance with company policies and budget constraints.
- Managed vendor relationships to negotiate favorable rates and secure optimal travel services.
- Developed comprehensive travel itineraries, including accommodations, transportation, and scheduling logistics.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline booking procedures and enhance operational efficiency.
- Operated forklift, cherry picker, and tractors to assist in material handling tasks. Supported team efforts in loading and unloading goods efficiently. Maintained equipment to ensure safe and effective operation.
- Constructed walls and steel frameworks for new retail locations.
- Directed teams of 15+ individuals throughout project execution for 10-15 hours daily.
Alarm System Technician
Roberson Security
Gulfport, MS
01.2022 - 07.2023
Education
High School Diploma -
Stone High School
Wiggins, MSSkills
Communication skills
People skills
Able to stay up for long hours (am/pm)
Forklift operations
Cherry picker operations
Retail remodel work
Ability to learn and follow directions
- Pricing and shelf labeling
- Stock rotation
- Maintaining stock levels
- Active listener
- Merchandise planning
- Visual merchandising
- Pricing and signage updates
- Sales techniques
- Product inventory counts
- Planogram design
- POS systems
- Floor set design
- Merchandising trends
Timeline
Travel Manager
Pivotal Retail Group
02.2022 - 02.2026
Alarm System Technician
Roberson Security
01.2022 - 07.2023
High School Diploma -
Stone High School