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Juan Castro

Grand Junction,CO

Summary

Exceptionally accomplished, bilingual logistic specialist with 2 years of professional experience established in the United States Army. Possesses comprehensive knowledge and experience in the management of logistics, supply chains, transportation, material-handling, and warehouse operations. Consistently demonstrates leadership, mentorship, outstanding performance, and exceptional reasoning skills to promote a successful, healthy, and highly functional work environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Vendor/Delivery Driver

Bimbo Bakeries
Colorado Springs, CO
03.2022 - 04.2024
  • Processed transactions by calculating purchase totals and collecting payments.
  • Met sales goals by offering excellent customer service.
  • Strengthened vendor relationships by maintaining open communication and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
  • Developed long-term strategic partnerships with key vendors, enhancing collaboration and creating mutual benefits.
  • Identified cost-saving opportunities by analyzing historical purchasing data and recommending adjustments to sourcing strategies.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with wholesalers.
  • Delivered products to any customers at negotiated prices.
  • Visited customers to stock retail shelves and document inventory levels.

Merchandiser Specialist

Frito Lay
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2021 - 03.2022
  • Coordinated with suppliers for timely deliveries and negotiated favorable purchasing terms for the company.
  • Increased sales by implementing effective visual merchandising strategies and attractive product displays.
  • Proactively addressed potential issues or concerns related to merchandise presentation or inventory control before escalating them as problems.
  • Collaborated with store teams to develop creative promotional campaigns and special events for increased foot traffic.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with personalized service and expert product recommendations.
  • Improved inventory management through regular stock audits, accurate documentation, and efficient replenishment processes.

Sales Associate

United Healthcare
Colorado Springs
10.2020 - 05.2021
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.

Multitasked by researching information for a potential customer while also listening to customer needs.

Logistics Management

United States Army
07.2018 - 09.2020
  • Managed distribution of millions of dollars in equipment to 90 soldiers from 4 different companies within battalion during joint readiness training center operations

Lead Operations Specialist

Evergreen Lawn Care
10.2016 - 07.2018
  • Guided a 4-man crew to complete high-quality lawn care on roughly 15 properties per day
  • Trained new employees on using on proper and safe usage of equipment.

Skills

  • Issue Resolution
  • Restocking abilities
  • Vendor evaluation
  • Relationship Management
  • Delivery Management
  • Loading and unloading procedures
  • Lift up to Number pounds
  • Hand truck skills
  • Product Merchandising
  • Cash Handling
  • Stock management
  • Account Servicing

Additional Information

Considerable involvement in teamwork and leadership, Proven integrity with a reliable reputation, Premier skills in customer service, Outgoing personality, Experienced in telephone marketing, sales, communication, money handling, account balancing, cost control, inventory/supply chains, budgeting, and customer service, Secret security clearance, Cost control and tracking transportation and materials

Certificates Training

  • Armorer (qualified to issue weapons to shoulders)
  • GCSS (Global Combat Support System) Army
  • Level one combative certified
  • ARIMS(army records information management system)
  • Additional qualifications

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Vendor/Delivery Driver

Bimbo Bakeries
03.2022 - 04.2024

Merchandiser Specialist

Frito Lay
05.2021 - 03.2022

Sales Associate

United Healthcare
10.2020 - 05.2021

Logistics Management

United States Army
07.2018 - 09.2020

Lead Operations Specialist

Evergreen Lawn Care
10.2016 - 07.2018
Juan Castro