Kevin Molina
San Fernando,CA
Summary
Quick-thinking Supervisor recognized for success in guiding teams and boosting performance. Practical problem-solver with excellent issue and conflict resolution skills to drive team and organizational success. Highly effective and knowledgeable in process improvement and inventory control.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Distribution Center Supervisor
NBCUniversal (Universal Studios Hollywood)
Hollywood, United States
05.2021 - Current
- Supervises the inventory management process from receiving, storing and distribution
- Assisted in the expansion of the Food Warehouse to include 2 additional offsite storage facilities to account for the estimated 50 million dollars of inventory that has been received in the past calendar year
- Supervises the outbound team for the Food Warehouse
- Spearheaded the addition of new processes which have led to the decrease in reported discrepancies by 13%
- Has worked closely with the field to foster and develop strong relationships with the field teams that operate the venues on CityWalk and Universal Studios Hollywood, creating a more cohesive and working relationship
- Has worked to mentor and develop several team members who are in the process of stepping into leadership roles.
Warehouse Lead/Clerk
NBCUniversal (Universal Studios Hollywood)
Hollywood, United States
07.2004 - 05.2021
- Lead a daily team consisting of 15 individuals through long hours, inclement weather and high stress
- Received and processed all requested inventory and tracked inventory discrepancies
- Aided in the mentorship of team members and contributed to staffing development
- Coordinated periodic training in best product safety practices per County and State regulations
- Conduct heavy data entry, assist in initial contact guest relations and ensure that our team follows all County & State regulations
- Certified to use company authorized machinery, such as motorized pallet jacks, motorized drink stations and motorized cleaning supplies.
Inventory Specialist
Best Buy (Pacific Sales Kitchen & Bath)
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Managed the inventory control process for this standalone store
- Was responsible for the 2021 store revamp, which created 27% in additional floor space
- Worked closely the management team to ensure proper quality control, as many items were highly valued
- Performed weekly cycle counts, utilizing multiple systems in order to complete them
- Controlled the lay out of the store through the use of a series of planograms
- Supervised monthly safety reviews.
Purchasing Coordinator
NBCUniversal (Universal Studios Hollywood)
Hollywood, United States
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed all aspects of purchasing process and conducted meticulous follow through
- Created Purchasing Orders, tracked transportation and delivery of orders, monitored invoices
- Analyzed internal and external customer trends to forecast sales and inventory replenishment needs
- Worked closely with Logistics and Distribution to ensure all product safety protocols were adhered to
- Spearheaded development plan to identify all financial and physical inventory discrepancies
- Was responsible for eliminating over a million dollars of past due invoices from the 2018-2019 calendar year
- Assisted the Distribution team in performing the yearly audit for 2019.
Concessions Supervisor
Levy Restaurants (Dodgers Stadium)
03.2018 - 10.2019
- Supervised hundreds of employees in a under the Unite Here! Local 11 Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Oversaw the implementation of vendor alcohol sales, which included updated inventory processes and new employee SOPs
- This helped to contribute an additional million dollars to the company yearly revenue
- Implement product safety protocols and State and County alcohol regulations
- Provided direct supervision to a team of 25 individuals who are responsible for the sales of product.
Education
Bachelor's Of Science - Political Science
California State University, Northridge (Northridge, CA)
Northridge, CAMaster Of Arts - Public Administration
California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CASkills
- Workplace Safety
- Team Management
- Recruitment and hiring
- Creative solutions
- Training and mentoring
- Processes and procedures
- Inventory Control
- Inventory Oversight
- Customer Service
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Phone and Email Etiquette
Certification
NBCUniversal (Universal Studios Hollywood), 06/2019 - 08/2019, DLT 2019 Cohort (Developing Leadership Talent), Participated in a 9-week workshop that focused on developing core leadership competencies crucial to building and leading an efficient team. The course emphasizes the ability to collaborate with others, maintain personal effectiveness, drive results and lead a team.
Skillset
- Fluent in Spanish
- Over a decade served in leadership roles
- Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Knowledgeable in Inventory Control Management Systems
- Skilled in client relationship management
- Proficient in data entry and record keeping
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Food Distribution Center Supervisor
NBCUniversal (Universal Studios Hollywood)
05.2021 - Current
Inventory Specialist
Best Buy (Pacific Sales Kitchen & Bath)
11.2020 - 03.2021
Purchasing Coordinator
NBCUniversal (Universal Studios Hollywood)
08.2019 - 01.2020
Concessions Supervisor
Levy Restaurants (Dodgers Stadium)
03.2018 - 10.2019
Warehouse Lead/Clerk
NBCUniversal (Universal Studios Hollywood)
07.2004 - 05.2021
Bachelor's Of Science - Political Science
California State University, Northridge (Northridge, CA)
Master Of Arts - Public Administration
California State University - Northridge