RAY SALDANA
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Facilities management professional with focus on maintaining and improving facility operations. Skilled in project management, budgeting, safety compliance, sustainability and vendor relations. Known for reliability and flexibility in adapting to changing needs. Strong team collaboration and problem-solving skills, ensuring seamless operations and high standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Facility Manager
Ikea
Grand Prairie
07.2020 - Current
- Managed all facilities management services, including safety, compliance, maintenance, and improvement.
- Oversaw and measured service quality of external contractors and vendors to ensure compliance with service standards.
- Managed financial planning and performance, including forecasting and budget follow‑ups, while overseeing contract and supplier management to enhance cost efficiency and ensure high‑quality service delivery.
- Participate in large construction projects and asset management activities within the FM scope.
- Oversee end‑to‑end management of unit-level real estate operations, ensuring all projects are properly resourced and executed from initiation through completion to support business continuity.
- Ensure compliance by following up on permits, licenses, and reporting measures.
- Collaborated with cross‑functional teams and external partners to maximize property value and operational efficiency while aligning with Group Real Estate frameworks and global sustainability initiatives.
Sales Center Branch Manager
Daltile Corporation
Frisco, TX
07.2013 - 07.2020
- Developed and implemented strategic plans aligning with corporate goals, enhancing overall branch performance
- Managed a $10 million inventory and analyzed sales reports exceeding $3 million, detailing sales volume, monthly profit and loss, controllable expenses, and margins
- Led and directed employees to achieve store objectives, fostering a collaborative environment
- Provided leadership and direction to employees in pursuit of store objectives
- Trained and developed associates in customer service and operational processes, improving service delivery
- Recruited, hired, and managed staff associates, providing daily support and direction
- Participated in the planning process by providing accurate, achievable sales forecasts
Education
College -
Northlake College
01-2004
High School -
Nimitz High School
05-2002
Skills
- Proficient in Spanish
- Excellent time management
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Asset management
- Forecasting
- Team leadership
- Budgeting and financial management
- Business strategy development
- Operations management
- Key performance indicators
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Unit Facility Manager
Ikea
07.2020 - Current
Sales Center Branch Manager
Daltile Corporation
07.2013 - 07.2020
High School -
Nimitz High School
College -
Northlake College