Julio Gutierrez
Downey,CA
Summary
Forward-thinking project management specialist confident in leading team members, managing schedules and coordinating resources. Keeps projects on-track with decisive supervision and quick problem-solving. Persuasive in communicating and negotiating with internal team members, vendors and other stakeholders. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
SCGWest Development
Irvine, CA
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Inspected job sites regularly to verify safety protocols were being followed and that work was progressing in accordance with established guidelines.
- Analyzed blueprints, specifications and other technical documents to identify potential problems or conflicts.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Worked closely with city officials regarding permits required for various types of construction projects.
- Monitored budgets, tracked expenditures and prepared financial reports related to construction activities.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors as needed for each project.
Director of Development
Kids Empire
La Verne, CA
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Identified potential problems or delays in project completion times and developed strategies to address them.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
Project Manager
Red Mountain Group
Santa Ana, CA
01.2018 - 06.2021
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
- Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
- Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
VP of Retail & Product Management
Star World
Encino, CA
06.2015 - 03.2017
- Cultivated and maintained industry relationships and customer partnerships to capitalize on opportunities and maximize business success.
- Oversaw daily activities of departments such as finance, marketing, sales, customer service, operations, and human resources.
- Managed a team of software developers to ensure timely delivery of projects.
- Implemented robust policies and organizational structures to underpin successful expansion and drive continuous growth.
- Designed training modules implementing strategic business practices and organizational behavior training concepts.
Vice President of Retail Operations
Curacao
Los Angeles, CA
07.2013 - 05.2015
- Established key performance metrics for each retail location in order to measure success against corporate goals.
- Recruited, trained, coached and mentored staff members at multiple locations to ensure consistent service delivery across all stores.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
- Oversaw implementation of new technology systems designed specifically for streamlining processes within the organization's retail stores.
Director of Training & Personal Development
Curacao
Los Angeles, CA
05.2012 - 06.2013
- Created new efficacious tiered training structure for new and existing employees resulting in updated training and improved product knowledge
- Interviewed, hired staff, and oversaw training aligned to company objectives.
Director of Product Management
Curacao
Los Angeles, CA
09.2009 - 04.2012
- Supervised the purchasing and merchandising departments for 25 product categories (Consumer Electronics, Computing, Mobile, Imaging, Appliances, Furniture and Fashion categories)
- Oversaw annual budget of $180M, negotiated vendor agreements, and optimized product assortments
- Designed attractive merchandising plans for store based on product availability, distributed monthly promotions, online & catalog, targeting product seasonality to maximize sales and inventory reduction
- Trained new hires to provide exceptional customer service and superior product knowledge.
General Merchandising Manager
Curacao
Los Angeles, CA
06.2006 - 10.2009
- Supervised the purchasing and merchandising team for the technology categories; Consumer Electronics, Computing, Tablets, Mobile, Imaging, car audio and accessories
- Oversaw annual budget of $120M, negotiated vendor agreements, and optimized product assortments
- Designed attractive merchandising plans for store based on product assortment, distributed monthly promotions, online & catalog, targeting product seasonality to maximize sales and inventory reduction.
Product Manager
Curacao
Los Angeles, CA
10.2004 - 05.2006
- Buyer for Mobile, Computers, Audio, Video, Imaging, Car Audio, DJ categories
- Oversaw annual budget of $120M, negotiated vendor agreements, developed product assortments, forecasted detailed SKU levels and negotiated cost, COOP, MDF funds
- Designed attractive merchandising plans for stores based on store foot print, created monthly promotions, online & catalog, targeting product seasonality and or customer buying habits to maximize sales
- Supported the training and development team with new hires and existing sales and service teams providing expert level product knowledge so the team would deliver exceptional customer service.
Account Manager
Cingular Wireless
Irvine, CA
02.2001 - 10.2004
- Partnered with agent principles with brand updates, sales performance, inventory support, commissions payouts, and reconciliations and training, in order to proactively set strategies
- Supported existing premium accounts with brand expectations, delivering and implementing the best practices, resulting in continuous exceeding sales expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Technology Management
DeVry University
Long Beach, CA06.2003
Skills
- Client Relationship Management
- Project Planning
- Project Goals and Milestones
- KPI Tracking
- Project Scheduling
- Meeting Participation
- Budget Control
- Project Management
- Performance Monitoring
- Staff Management
- Team Leadership
- Vendor Selection
- Team Collaboration
- Detail Oriented
- Production Cost Verification
- Idea Development and Brainstorming
- Creative Thinking
- Scope Implementation
- Gantt Charts
- Schedule Coordination
Certification
- Certified Home Inspector
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
SCGWest Development
09.2022 - 04.2023
Director of Development
Kids Empire
07.2021 - 08.2022
Project Manager
Red Mountain Group
01.2018 - 06.2021
VP of Retail & Product Management
Star World
06.2015 - 03.2017
Vice President of Retail Operations
Curacao
07.2013 - 05.2015
Director of Training & Personal Development
Curacao
05.2012 - 06.2013
Director of Product Management
Curacao
09.2009 - 04.2012
General Merchandising Manager
Curacao
06.2006 - 10.2009
Product Manager
Curacao
10.2004 - 05.2006
Account Manager
Cingular Wireless
02.2001 - 10.2004
Bachelor of Science - Technology Management
DeVry University