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Oscar Alarcon

Summary

Successful Territory Manager bringing a strong history of product and installation knowledge. Ready to tackle new challenges and build success within Schluter Systems.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Territory Manager

Schluter Systems L.P.
06.2019 - Current
  • Successfully, while under quarantine, developed a new store opening training for the Florida retail territory.
  • Positively impacted and increased sales by implementing a strategic store visit plan.
  • Trained and educated retail associates in sales techniques and flooring strategies.
  • Cultivated relationships with key individuals in territory and provided support to drive customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented company promotions and marketing needs to provide awareness to new product lines such as Vinpro.
  • Attended retail industry events to promote products and services.
  • Provided bilingual training, hands-on demonstrations, and sales/product support to raise awareness and revenues targeting installers, contractors, and retail sales associates.

Custom Bathrooms & Showers

Self-Employed
08.2015 - 06.2019
  • Used power wet saws and cutters to cut tiles to specifications for projects.
  • Hired subcontractors covering disciplines such as electrical and plumbing installation.
  • Adhered to tight schedules to avoid construction delays.
  • Worked to complete jobs and solve common issues with minimal direction.
  • Recorded measurements and devised plans to match installation specifications.
  • Maintained communication, cleanliness and safety standards on all work sites and projects.
  • Accurately estimated time and materials costs.
  • Completed tear-down of existing structures to prepare for new construction.

Construction Site Supervisor

Habitat For Humanity Of Seminole County & Greater Apopka
10.2018 - 02.2019
  • Managed, coached, and supervised on average up to 20 volunteers.
  • Taught construction tasks to unskilled volunteers and oversaw quality of their work.
  • Provided labor in the construction or repair of single family homes from framing to finishes.
  • Oversaw daily operations, keeping production moving at an optimal pace.
  • Managed safety and security of location to prevent intrusion, vandalism and injuries.
  • Implemented safety procedures and ensured volunteers used proper safety attire.
  • Ensured projects were completed according to approved time, quality and cost estimates.
  • Analyzed blueprints and other project specifications.
  • Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on a regular basis.
  • Oversaw subcontracted trades, verifying accurate deliveries to schedule work and meet deadlines.
  • Worked with AmeriCorps NCCC volunteer team to develop leadership skills and strengthen community by completing construction service project.

Flooring Installer/Subcontractor

Self-Employed
01.2004 - 02.2015
  • Installed surface flooring such as wood, LVP, LVT, carpet and tile.
  • Followed floorplans and verified extra allowances for final fitting.
  • Recorded measurements and devised plans to match installation specifications.
  • Maintained positive relationships with all customers.
  • Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule and applicable building codes.
  • Tracked income, labor and expenses via Quickbooks.
  • Managed multiple crews to ensure smooth work flow and efficient organization of installation.
  • Provided accurate measurements and estimates for all projects.
  • Accurately completed service reports and warranty forms.

Heavy Machine Gunner

United States Marine Corps
07.1998 - 07.2004
  • Directed logistical training procedures in accordance with military regulations.
  • Trained personnel on machine gun operation and techniques.
  • Developed and led training programs in preparation for combat.
  • Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
  • Performed as a fire team member during situational training exercises and all infantry dismounted battle drills.
  • Planned and briefed personnel on missions.
  • Trained in the use of tear gas and explosives.

Skills

  • Bilingual Spanish/English
  • Strong initiative
  • Self-motivated
  • Project management
  • Engineering drawings/standards
  • Works well independently and with others
  • Customer relationship building
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Strong group/individual instructional skills
  • Dynamic public speaker
  • Good communication skills
  • Extremely organized and detail oriented

Timeline

Retail Territory Manager

Schluter Systems L.P.
06.2019 - Current

Construction Site Supervisor

Habitat For Humanity Of Seminole County & Greater Apopka
10.2018 - 02.2019

Custom Bathrooms & Showers

Self-Employed
08.2015 - 06.2019

Flooring Installer/Subcontractor

Self-Employed
01.2004 - 02.2015

Heavy Machine Gunner

United States Marine Corps
07.1998 - 07.2004
Oscar Alarcon