Pedro Valdez
Venice,CA
Summary
Driven professional with 10+ years of experience leading operations and making things happen. Strong communicator who builds trust and boosts efficiency with clear, constructive feedback. Known for tackling complex challenges with creative solutions and developing strategies that ramp up productivity. Skilled at partnering with management teams to get results and always up for new challenges. Adaptable, highly motivated, and quick to master new skills, whether working solo or collaborating with others. A go-getter with a strong work ethic and exceptional interpersonal skills
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
Venice Family Clinic
Los Angeles, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Secured resources for materials, equipment, and personnel to ensure smooth warehouse operations.
- Collaborated with team leaders to address on-site storage and inventory challenges, improving workflow efficiency.
- Reimagined warehouse layout to maximize stock space and create efficient, high-traffic zones for seamless operations.
- Developed and implemented SOPs to standardize procedures, and enhance productivity.
- Created custom templates within the existing Ticketing System (not originally designed for warehouse use) to track orders efficiently, leveraging available resources, and saving costs.
- Coordinated with warehouse teams to ensure accurate storage, and timely product distribution.
Senior Warehouse Manager
Got Light?
08.2018 - 02.2022
- Developed and implemented a digital inventory receiving process to streamline operations and enhance accuracy.
- Managed departmental scheduling to ensure optimal staffing levels across all three shifts.
- Consistently achieved company and department objectives while adhering to budgetary and time constraints.
- Recruited, trained, and motivated warehouse staff to meet strict deadlines and exceed performance targets.
Field Operations Lead
Live Neighborly
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Reviewed and shared department metrics with upper management, highlighting key insights.
- Trained, mentored, and motivated employees to boost team productivity and performance.
- Oversaw production efforts, and handled quality control to ensure everything ran smoothly.
- Pinpointed areas for improvement, and put new processes in place to improve overall quality and performance.
Warehouse Manager
Vin-Go
10.2013 - 10.2017
- Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors, and transport companies..
- Boosted productivity by cross-training current employees and providing thorough training for new hires.
- Managed the inventory of incoming and outgoing materials, using both physical counts and barcode systems for accuracy.
- Supervised workers handle the receiving, storing, and shipping of products and materials.
- Negotiated with carriers and warehouse operators to secure services and favorable rates.
- Developed and enforced policies and procedures for the entire logistics team to ensure smooth operations.
Education
Administration of Justice -
Southwest Minnesota State University
12.2010
General Studies -
San Joaquin Delta College
05.2009
Skills
Strategic – Creates smart solutions
Futuristic – Inspires with vision
Arranger – Organizes with flexibility
Restorative – Solves complex problems
Learner – Loves continuous learning
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
- Tie-Dying
- Weight Lifting
- Writing/Poetry
- Painting
- Sports
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
Venice Family Clinic
05.2022 - Current
Senior Warehouse Manager
Got Light?
08.2018 - 02.2022
Field Operations Lead
Live Neighborly
10.2017 - 04.2018
Warehouse Manager
Vin-Go
10.2013 - 10.2017
Administration of Justice -
Southwest Minnesota State University
General Studies -
San Joaquin Delta College
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