Kadeem Williams
Mount Vernon
Summary
Experienced Auto Parts Supervisor with a proven track record in leadership, customer service, and inventory management. Committed to enhancing team performance and streamlining workflows to achieve operational efficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Parts and Services Supervisor
Cylon Euro Auto Parts
Kingston, Jamaica
08.2016 - 11.2025
- Supervised daily operations of auto parts inventory management.
- Trained and mentored staff on handling and storage techniques, enhancing inventory management practices.
- Implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards and improving workplace safety.
- Coordinated with suppliers to maintain stock levels and timely deliveries.
- Monitored employee performance and provided constructive feedback regularly.
- Developed training materials for new employees on operational procedures.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding auto parts specifications and availability.
- Organized team meetings to discuss workflow improvements and challenges.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures, streamlining workflows and increasing operational accuracy.
- Developed and maintained a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
Event Decorator, Planning and Management
10/80 Production
Kingston, Jamaica
12.2011 - 06.2016
- Sourced and selected decorative materials from trusted vendors to align with client budgets and preferences.
- Maintained inventory of decor items and organized storage systems.
- Engaged with clients to thoroughly understand design needs and provided tailored suggestions to achieve desired results.
- Adjusted plans to accommodate unexpected changes and maintain project timelines.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of supplies.
- Performed quality control checks before events to ensure all decorations met standards and client expectations.
- Created and implemented designs for corporate events, parties, weddings, and other occasions.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision for the event and offered suggestions on how to achieve desired look.
- Inspected event venues to determine best decor layout.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks transporting necessary materials for each event.
- Set up stages, platforms, tables, chairs and backdrops in accordance with design plan.
Sales Representative
Executive Vodka
Kingston, Jamaica
01.2009 - 07.2011
- Cultivated customer relationships through effective communication and in-depth product knowledge, enhancing customer loyalty.
- Conducted product demonstrations to showcase features and benefits of Executive Vodka.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance sales strategies and customer engagement.
- Processed customer orders accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Participated in training sessions to expand knowledge of industry trends and products.
- Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
- Developed customized sales techniques to successfully sell and upsell services to new and existing clients.
- Secured new sales leads through proactive cold calling and networking efforts, expanding customer base.
- Maintained accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities.
- Analyzed customer feedback to improve products and services.
- Set up meetings with potential clients and listened to their wishes and concerns.
- Informed casual shoppers about featured products and recommended merchandise, increasing sales opportunities.
Welder
Steel and Craft Limited
Kingston, Jamaica
06.2008 - 08.2008
- Operated welding equipment to accurately join metal components, ensuring structural integrity.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with standards.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise fabrication.
- Assisted in setting up and maintaining welding fixtures and tools to support efficient production.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Maintained clean work area by removing scrap metal, contributing to a safer and more organized environment.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance welding skills and techniques.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Interior Decorating
Edna Manley School of Arts
Kingston, Jamaica12-2009
High School Diploma -
Dunoon Technical High School
Kingston, Jamaica06-2008
Skills
- Inventory management
- Inventory optimization
- Quality control
- Supplier negotiation
- Safety compliance
- Customer relationship management
- Employee training
- Team coordination
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Adaptability to change
- Constructive feedback
Timeline
Auto Parts and Services Supervisor
Cylon Euro Auto Parts
08.2016 - 11.2025
Event Decorator, Planning and Management
10/80 Production
12.2011 - 06.2016
Sales Representative
Executive Vodka
01.2009 - 07.2011
Welder
Steel and Craft Limited
06.2008 - 08.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Interior Decorating
Edna Manley School of Arts
High School Diploma -
Dunoon Technical High School