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Rafael Valladolid

Goodyear,AZ

Summary

Years of experience in warehousing and logistics with a proven ability to enhance productivity and employee performance. Demonstrated strong leadership through effective team motivation and achievement of high-performance standards. Committed to continuous professional development to drive organizational success.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Purchasing Manager

Alliance Trade Services
Phoenix, Arizona
10.2024 - Current

Warehouse Manager:

  • Oversee day-to-day operations of the warehouse, ensuring efficient and safe storage, organization, and distribution of goods.
  • Manage warehouse staff, provide training, and ensure adherence to company policies and safety procedures.
  • Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies for stock control, reducing waste and improving efficiency.
  • Coordinate with other departments to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
  • Develop and implement strategies to optimize warehouse layout and workflows.
  • Manage and control Warehouse tool inventory.

Procurement Manager:

  • Oversee the procurement process for all goods, services, and equipment required by the company.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure the best pricing, terms, and quality.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to identify needs and plan purchasing strategies.
  • Manage procurement budgets and ensure timely delivery of purchased items to meet operational needs.
  • Optimize procurement processes for efficiency and transparency.
  • Work with internal departments (e.g., finance, operations) to determine purchasing needs and specifications.

Warehouse Manager

St-Nicks Christmas Lighting and Decor
La Palma, CA
10.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated and monitored the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods within the warehouse.
  • Ensured that all orders were accurately fulfilled in a timely manner.
  • Utilized inventory management software ZOHO to track stock levels and maintain accurate records.
  • Planned and implemented efficient warehousing systems for incoming and outgoing goods.
  • Developed strategies to optimize workflow processes in order to maximize productivity.
  • Monitored staff performance, identified areas for improvement, and provided training as needed.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of safety regulations and ensured compliance with them at all times.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and managing warehouse personnel.
  • Resolved customer complaints related to product quality or delivery issues.
  • Organized regular cycle counts of physical inventory to ensure accuracy of system data.
  • Conducted periodic audits of the warehouse environment to identify any potential hazards or risks.
  • Established procedures for receiving, storing, handling hazardous materials safely.
  • Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
  • Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
  • Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing Unloading of Containers.

Logistics Clerk

Supernal
Irvine, California
06.2024 - 10.2024
  • Prepare and verify shipping documents, including bills of lading, packing lists, and customs forms.
  • Inspect and record goods upon arrival and departure to ensure accuracy and condition.
  • Maintain accurate inventory records, and track stock levels.
  • Conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies.
  • Assist in ordering and restocking inventory as needed.
  • Maintain detailed and accurate records of all logistics activities.
  • Update and manage database related to inventory, shipments, and deliveries.
  • Generate and review on shipping and inventory status.
  • Communicate with vendors, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure smooth logistics operations.
  • Resolve any issues or discrepancies related to shipments, deliveries, or inventory.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards.
  • Assist in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Warehouse Supervisor

AVI-SPL
Cypress, CA
05.2020 - 10.2023
  • Ensure that daily operations meet and exceed daily performance expectations and to increase the company’s overall market share
  • Essential duties and Responsibilities:
  • Support daily distribution and processing of reports and other correspondence as directed by manager
  • Manage warehouse functions, including, but not limited to shipping, receiving and inventory control
  • Manage all electronic receipts of equipment/product when it arrives
  • Maintain and update equipment and product tracking log
  • Provide timely service to office while minimizing warehouse and production costs
  • Enter all receiving purchase order information and virtual shipments
  • Maintain accurate inventory and documentation for all assigned inventory using SAGE PRO.
  • Ensure inventory for order prep, pre-fabrication, and staging on project pallets are pulled
  • Coordinate and manage the maintenance of equipment
  • Answer all incoming calls and email queries; assisting customers, clients and related vendors as needed

Warehouse Manager/ Procurement Specialist

Allied Universal Security Systems
Santa Ana, California
07.2018 - 05.2020
  • Essential duties and Responsibilities:
  • Manage all purchasing for New/Active Jobs and warehouse stock
  • Manage Warehouse Operations - Receiving Inbound and Shipping, Process RMA’s, Processing Orders
  • Manage Inventory Control, Warehouse inventory, Vehicle stock inventory quarterly and yearly inventory
  • Manage Invoicing - process Invoices and credit for all Purchases and Returns

Warehouse Coordinator

TekWorks
Garden Grove, CA
11.2015 - 07.2018
  • Essential duties and Responsibilities:
  • Receive all Inbound Freight/Parts coming from vendors through Fed-Ex, UPS, etc. into the warehouse
  • Receive all Inbound freight using PDA system by entering the customer PO# on packing slip and matching system QTY’s with packing list and generate barcode label for freight
  • Prepare Parts/freight and scan out of warehouse and issue to active jobs
  • Conduct periodic warehouse inventories
  • Oversee housekeeping duties, and assist as necessary
  • Check, complete, and submit any necessary paperwork
  • Process RMA’s
  • Delivery Driver(Deliver Material to Various Active Job Sites in Orange County, LA County, Riverside, Ontario, etc.)

Handler

DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING
Redondo Beach, CA
02.2015 - 11.2015
  • Essential duties and Responsibilities:
  • Process time-sensitive AirFreight materials for pick-up, transit, delivery, sorting, loading, and unloading
  • Prepare orders to ship out to customers
  • Load and Unload Freight from trailers with Forklift
  • Sort pallets by house bill number and put them away in designated location with RF Scanners
  • Conduct periodic warehouse inventories
  • Utilize computer programs designed to support various warehouse functions

Warehouse Lead

Port Logistics Group
Rancho Dominguez, CA
03.2010 - 02.2015
  • Essential duties and Responsibilities:
  • Supervise the receiving and unloading of Freight Containers
  • Process documents, record information and maintain records of inventory
  • Train and evaluate employees to enhance their performance, development, and work productivity
  • Ability to work with all levels of management to communicate and execute upon company deliverables
  • Track and Report Department Metrics, such as complete on time delivery, picking errors, and damages
  • Reviewing quality of employees’ work -Monitor receiving docks as trucks are unloaded
  • Inventory Control Using AS/400
  • Plan, organize, and prioritize workload
  • Coordinate cycle counts to ensure the highest level of inventory accuracy possible
  • Trace history of items to determine reasons for discrepancies between inventory and stock control records and recommend remedial actions to resolve discrepancies
  • Report and document all injuries timely resolution and management of risks
  • Conduct and document monthly tailgate OSHA safety meetings with staff

Education

Diploma -

Millikan High School
01.2006

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA

Skills

  • Bilingual
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Forklift Operator, Stand-up Forklift, and Order Picker
  • Shipping, receiving, and package preparation
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Project Management (Foundation)
  • Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
  • Computer Fundamentals Certification
  • Customer Relationship Management Certification
  • OSHA 30

Timeline

Warehouse Purchasing Manager

Alliance Trade Services
10.2024 - Current

Logistics Clerk

Supernal
06.2024 - 10.2024

Warehouse Manager

St-Nicks Christmas Lighting and Decor
10.2023 - Current

Warehouse Supervisor

AVI-SPL
05.2020 - 10.2023

Warehouse Manager/ Procurement Specialist

Allied Universal Security Systems
07.2018 - 05.2020

Warehouse Coordinator

TekWorks
11.2015 - 07.2018

Handler

DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING
02.2015 - 11.2015

Warehouse Lead

Port Logistics Group
03.2010 - 02.2015

Diploma -

Millikan High School

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Long Beach City College
Rafael Valladolid