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MARTIN ZARATE

MARTIN ZARATE

Brownsville,TX

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Store Manager

Cavender's Boot City LLC
Brownsville
11.2007 - 09.2024
  • Led store operations, promoting Cavender's culture, and ensuring alignment with the company's mission and values through effective management of sales, staffing, and training
  • Enhanced profitability by overseeing inventory control, sales initiatives, and cost management, while maintaining strict adherence to corporate policies and standards
  • Managed all administrative aspects including scheduling, payroll submission, maintenance of store aesthetics, and coordinated communications with the home office, ensuring operational excellence and compliance.

Warehouse Man

Kellog Brown and Root
Camp Prosperity
08.2005 - 11.2006
  • Mastered company products and operational procedures, quickly adapting to changes and efficiently resolving issues to maintain workflow continuity
  • Maintained high performance under pressure by managing unexpected shipment delays and inventory challenges, ensuring operations remained unaffected
  • Utilized advanced computer skills in inventory management systems like Excel to coordinate effectively across departments, enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Repair, Maintenance & New Construction Supervisor

H&R Construction
Durango
10.2004 - 07.2005
  • Managed and executed construction projects, orchestrating the logistics of materials, equipment, and personnel while ensuring adherence to safety and building codes to maintain project timelines and quality standards
  • Led and developed teams, including direct hires and subcontractors, through training, coaching, and supervision, optimizing productivity and adherence to customer service and quality expectations
  • Streamlined project operations and controlled budgets by forecasting resource requirements, preparing detailed estimates, and implementing cost-saving strategies, contributing to both operational efficiency and financial objectives.

Construction Supervisor

Kekoka Construction
Diana
05.2003 - 10.2004
  • Orchestrated construction projects, managing material procurement, equipment scheduling, and workforce coordination while enforcing safety and building codes
  • Supervised multi-disciplinary teams, including carpenters, plumbers, and electricians, ensuring compliance with specifications through inspections and change orders
  • Maintained a safe and compliant work environment by upholding strict safety standards, avoiding fines and delays, and pursuing continual professional development through industry workshops.

Warehouse Foreman/Forklift Operator

Wal-Mart #397
Pharr
11.2002 - 05.2003
  • Streamlined warehouse operations by developing effective product storage and movement systems, ensuring timely distribution and inventory accuracy
  • Operated and maintained forklifts in compliance with safety standards, performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting to reduce downtime
  • Managed inventory control and documentation, ensuring merchandise handling efficiency while maintaining a safe work environment according to company and federal guidelines.

Seed Plant Production Worker

Champaign County Seed Company
Saint Joseph
05.2001 - 10.2002
  • Managed seed production processes, from setup to completion, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and cleanliness standards while maintaining and documenting equipment operations
  • Coordinated the preparation and execution of production activities by interpreting schedules, specifications, and retrieving materials from inventory; conducted material sampling and facilitated laboratory testing to confirm compliance with production standards
  • Optimized production efficiency by configuring and programming production controls, and continuously monitoring processing to guarantee optimal output.

62J Construction Equipment Supervisor

United States Army
Fort Polk
02.1993 - 10.2000
  • Oversaw and enhanced training programs, preparing personnel for combat and operational readiness, and maintained high levels of team proficiency in tactical and technical operations
  • Supervised a team of 12 soldiers, ensuring effective communication and execution of urgent orders, while managing the strategic deployment and maintenance of communication equipment in field conditions
  • Responsible for the logistical coordination of personnel and supplies, maintaining 100% accountability of equipment valued over $3 million, and implemented tactical surveys and analyses for optimal equipment utilization in various terrains.

Timeline

Retail Store Manager - Cavender's Boot City LLC
11.2007 - 09.2024
Warehouse Man - Kellog Brown and Root
08.2005 - 11.2006
Repair, Maintenance & New Construction Supervisor - H&R Construction
10.2004 - 07.2005
Construction Supervisor - Kekoka Construction
05.2003 - 10.2004
Warehouse Foreman/Forklift Operator - Wal-Mart #397
11.2002 - 05.2003
Seed Plant Production Worker - Champaign County Seed Company
05.2001 - 10.2002
62J Construction Equipment Supervisor - United States Army
02.1993 - 10.2000

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