Raul Gonzalez
Katy,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Company Owner
Green paradise lawn services
Houston, TX
02.2015 - Current
- Assisted in scheduling weekly project deadlines and tasks.
- Performed upkeep work for garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shapes.
- Maintained green spaces by using hand-held tools.
- Selected bulbs, bushes, trees and flowers for planting.
- Prepared for winter holidays with lights, wreaths and garlands.
- Removed debris from work site and followed proper disposal practices.
- Monitored daily schedules to prioritize tasks for each site.
- Managed crew of 1 to 3 workers to strategically plan and coordinate jobs.
- Swapped out plant containers and flowerbeds each spring, summer and fall.
- Created plans and designs for custom gardens and beds.
- Prepared soil and gardens for planting with mulch and sod.
- Trimmed shrubbery and trees and carried out general garden maintenance.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to lawns and grounds on regular basis to control weeds, insect infestation diseases and to maintain soil fertility.
Store Manager
Cricket Wireless
Houston, TX
01.2009 - 10.2014
- Updated store pricing, signage and merchandising based on current promotions.
- Coached and empowered employees by creating and sharing motivational vision plans.
- Kept accounts current and funds deposited to keep on-site cash low.
- Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues by partnering with staff to share and implement customer service initiatives.
- Implemented merchandising plans to drive profitability, collaborating with visual merchandising team to develop strategies.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved complaints.
- Resolved customer problems by investigating issues, answering questions and building rapport.
- Shared product knowledge with customers and made personal recommendations, which boosted upselling and cross-selling.
Sales Manager
Dianas Furniture
Houston, TX
06.2004 - 06.2008
- Exceeded sales goals and improved profitability by aligning sales strategies and business plans with market trends.
- Created and finalized quotes to complete deals between company, vendors and customers.
- Formalized sales process to enhance operations and promote acquisition of new customers.
- Built relations with international suppliers while liaising with factories to develop, design and select product for retail roll-out.
- Researched and capitalized on emerging opportunities to build business and expand customer base.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Shore Senior High School
Houston, TX12.1997
Skills
- Staffing
- Policy and procedure implementation
- Financial administration
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Cost analysis and savings
- Supervision and training
- Supervision
Timeline
Company Owner
Green paradise lawn services
02.2015 - Current
Store Manager
Cricket Wireless
01.2009 - 10.2014
Sales Manager
Dianas Furniture
06.2004 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
North Shore Senior High School
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