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Phillip Latham

Katy,TX

Summary

Resourceful Supervisor trained in resolution of critical issues within time-sensitive environment with successful track record of building and maintaining talented teams. Highly organized, energetic and versatile leader committed to continuous improvements. Proven history of motivating staff to work together to achieve targets.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Estimator

Ceil Tex Inc
01.2022 - Current
  • Review online bids through various online sources and put together quotes
  • Measure out all square footage of required ceiling grid, tile and insulation
  • Then find material suppliers and pricing
  • Manage and sort inventory in the whare to prepare for upcaoming jobs
  • Manage material delivery and dumpster delivery for any active jobs
  • Put together quotes based on notes given from sales visits to clients for cleaning or repairs
  • Put together work orders for install/repair teams and cleaning teams.

Store Manager

David’s Vacuums
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Inspect and give estimates on vacuum service and repair
  • Meeting and/or exceeding revenue growth targets
  • Leading and overseeing sales operations
  • Overseeing logistics, inventory, scheduling and training
  • Building strong long lasting relationships with customers

Assistant Manager

TOYS R US
01.2011 - 01.2016
  • Directly supervised between 30-100 employees including BOH, supervisors, and cashiers
  • Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training of all positions for a retail store that produced over $8 million in yearly sales
  • Responsible for all payroll and cash accounting as well as maintenance and accuracy of Sales Improvement System (SIS); Manager Not-on-Floor (NOF) and floor capacity numbers; 100% bay audit completion
  • Supervised all pricing/signing activities as well as review and monitor promotional events and layout updates on a monthly basis
  • Conducted monthly risk management behavior, loss prevention and safety assessments, and alarm and fire door tests
  • Motivated associates, foster teamwork and champion change to promote work satisfaction
  • Increased marketing/sales initiatives that drove customer awareness, execute day-to-day marketing activities that include promotions and pricing strategies, and communicate market data from consumers to customers
  • Responsible for interior and exterior store maintenance of equipment and grounds in keeping with company expectations
  • Assist in both new store and remodel construction activities
  • Grew year over year sales results; provided guidance and direction for cash balancing procedures, inventory control and purchasing procedures
  • Developed, reviewed and adhere to monthly and annual sales plan
  • Reviewed and modified sales initiatives according to profit/loss statements and market conditions; consistently managed operation in a high sales performance capacity
  • Provided quick, efficient and courteous customer service to ensure that customer needs are met
  • Mentor new managers and help guide them through their new positions
  • Conduct interviews for internal and external candidates.

Kanban/Lean Coordinator

POWELL INDUSTRIES
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Conduct daily cycle counts, and conduct root cause analysis of any and all discrepancies
  • Implement new Kanban methodologies for a new product acquired from GE; convert Kanban processes into Oracle, and ensure continuity during transition processes
  • Provided leadership and oversight for the creation of internal processes to support production line processes goals in a new facility; lead integration of Oracle applications and author effective receiving, ordering and replenishment systems and standards throughout the plant
  • Lead training, development and mentoring strategies for Coordinators and Material Handlers
  • Assisted Planners in resolving parts shortages, and perform management duties that supported and optimized production results.

HR Assistant

Powell Industries
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Spearheaded recruiting, interviewing and hiring strategies to place 200+ staff members to support new GE product line
  • Created advertisements, coordinated interviews and processed background checks to ensure accuracy of hiring data
  • Provided leadership and oversight for the creation of internal processes to support production line processes goals in a new facility; lead integration of Oracle applications and author effective receiving, ordering and replenishment systems and standards throughout the plant
  • Lead training, development and mentoring strategies for Coordinators and Material Handlers; assisted Planners in resolving parts shortages, and perform management duties that supported and optimized production results.
  • Handled sensitive and confidential employee information with complete discretion.
  • Processed onboarding paperwork for new hires and rehires.
  • Guided new hires through orientation and onboarding and explained documentation requirements to facilitate HR process.
  • Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about application, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms and handling drug screening paperwork.

Assistant Store Manager

Toys R Us
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Directly supervised between 30-100 employees including BOH, supervisors, and cashiers
  • Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training of all positions for a retail store that produced over $8 million in yearly sales
  • Responsible for all payroll and cash accounting as well as maintenance and accuracy of Sales Improvement System (SIS); Manager Not-on-Floor (NOF) and floor capacity numbers; 100% bay audit completion
  • Supervised all pricing/signing activities as well as review and monitor promotional events and layout updates on a monthly basis
  • Conducted monthly risk management behavior, loss prevention and safety assessments, and alarm and fire door tests
  • Motivated associates, foster teamwork and champion change to promote work satisfaction
  • Increased marketing/sales initiatives that drove customer awareness, execute day-to-day marketing activities that include promotions and pricing strategies, and communicate market data from consumers to customers
  • Responsible for interior and exterior store maintenance of equipment and grounds in keeping with company expectations
  • Assist in both new store and remodel construction activities
  • Grew year over year sales results; provided guidance and direction for cash balancing procedures, inventory control and purchasing procedures
  • Developed, reviewed and adhere to monthly and annual sales plan
  • Reviewed and modified sales initiatives according to profit/loss statements and market conditions; consistently managed operation in a high sales performance capacity
  • Provided quick, efficient and courteous customer service to ensure that customer needs are met
  • Mentor new managers and help guide them through their new positions
  • Conduct interviews for internal and external candidates.

Cashier, Supervisor/Remodeling Crew Member

Toys R Us
01.2000 - 01.2003
  • Provided overall leadership to retail operation that resulted in being the second most profitable store in the Texas; while achieving highest possible customer service standards
  • Consistently managed daily front of store operations and cashier staff.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
  • Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
  • Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock and arranged products to improve sales.
  • Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
  • Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.

Education

High School Diploma -

Elsik High School
Houston, TX
08.2000

Skills

  • COMPUTER SKILLS
  • Microsoft Office and Oracle
  • Project Planning
  • Estimate Preparation
  • Vendor Relationships
  • Preparing Estimates
  • Project Management
  • Blueprint Analysis
  • Schedule Oversight

Timeline

Estimator

Ceil Tex Inc
01.2022 - Current

Store Manager

David’s Vacuums
01.2019 - 01.2022

Assistant Manager

TOYS R US
01.2011 - 01.2016

Kanban/Lean Coordinator

POWELL INDUSTRIES
01.2007 - 01.2010

HR Assistant

Powell Industries
01.2006 - 01.2007

Assistant Store Manager

Toys R Us
01.2003 - 01.2006

Cashier, Supervisor/Remodeling Crew Member

Toys R Us
01.2000 - 01.2003

High School Diploma -

Elsik High School

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