Raphael Buckner
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced passionate about entrepreneurship and building successful, sustainable businesses. Demonstrated experience leading teams, launching new products and achieving growth objectives. Adept at identifying and capitalizing on opportunities, creating strategic partnerships and driving sustainable growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner
Wash guys
03.2016 - Current
- Maintained high customer satisfaction ratings by training employees to go above-and-beyond with service
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Interviewed and hired ideal candidates to assist with logistics and tasks of business.
- Advertised products and services online, social media and through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers.
- Designed business plan to define concept, short-term and long-term goals and strategies.
- Researched trends and current innovations to determine competition and develop competitive pricing points.
- Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
- Evaluated sales reports and financial statements to manage cash flow and develop techniques to improve business.
Warehouse Associate
CoreMark
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Wholesaler
Upgrade
03.2013 - 03.2020
- Addressed each customers' needs and wants to recommend suitable product options.
- Contacted customers and prospects to generate new business to achieve company growth goals.
- Produced remarkable sales and enhanced numbers by managing complete lifecycle from networking through ongoing account servicing.
- Created and implemented marketing strategies and proposed innovative ideas to attract new clients.
- Serviced existing accounts on regular basis to maximize revenue.
- Tracked customer and supply chain details for precise and timely fulfillment.
Private In-Home Caregiver
IHSS
05.2015 - 11.2018
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Ironworker
Concord reinforcements
02.2008 - 02.2012
- Operated equipment such as ARC welders, rebar shears, and torque wrenches daily
- Measured, cut, and formed iron pieces for work site
- Minimized risk and company liability by consistently following OSHA guidelines
- Secured structural steel members for safe hoisting using chains, cables, and ropes.
- Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Dorado High School
Placerville, CA09.2005
Skills
- Planning and Execution
- Business Management and Development
- Human Resources Administration
- Financial Management
- New Business Launch
Timeline
Warehouse Associate
CoreMark
10.2022 - 06.2023
Small Business Owner
Wash guys
03.2016 - Current
Private In-Home Caregiver
IHSS
05.2015 - 11.2018
Wholesaler
Upgrade
03.2013 - 03.2020
Ironworker
Concord reinforcements
02.2008 - 02.2012
High School Diploma -
El Dorado High School
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