Robert Jimenez
San Bernardino,CA
Summary
Results-driven project manager with extensive experience in operations and vendor relationship management. Known for implementing effective inventory systems and enhancing team performance through training. Committed to driving process improvements and ensuring safety awareness in all initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Clerk - Pallets
Costco
01.2026 - Current
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently move inventory within warehouse.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of work areas for safety compliance.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities in fast-paced work environment.
- Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
- Promoted a positive work environment by actively participating in team-building activities and taking initiative in group projects.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing effective inventory management and organization systems.
Paraprofessional
ProCare Therapy
04.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted educators in implementing instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized education plans tailored to student needs.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, students, and parents to promote understanding of academic progress.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to foster a respectful classroom atmosphere and encourage positive behaviors.
- Evaluated educational resources and provided feedback for improving teaching materials aligned with curriculum standards.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Purchasing Assistant
Aldi USA
03.2022 - 04.2025
- Managed purchase orders and supplier communications to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Coordinated inventory management processes, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Analyzed supplier performance data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement strategies.
- Developed relationships with vendors to enhance negotiation outcomes and streamline purchasing activities.
- Led cross-functional teams in evaluating new suppliers, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Established and managed supplier and vendor relationships.
- Collaborated with other departments to identify opportunities for cost reduction or process improvements within the purchasing function.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services.
- Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced procurement time.
Site Lead
YMCA Of The East Valley
08.2016 - 02.2022
- Led daily operations and staff management to ensure program quality and safety standards.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new staff, enhancing team performance and service delivery.
- Coordinated community outreach initiatives, fostering partnerships to increase engagement and participation.
- Managed budgeting processes, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact on programming effectiveness.
- Streamlined operational procedures, enhancing efficiency across departments while maintaining high-quality service delivery.
- Managed project timelines, ensuring successful completion within budget and on schedule.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Bernardino High School
San Bernardino, CAAssociate of Science - Psychology
Riverside City College
Riverside, CA06-2028
Skills
- Budget planning
- Project management
- Vendor relationship management
- Supplier negotiation
- Operations management
- Safety awareness
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
- Staff training and development
- Strategic planning
Accomplishments
- Saved company $1 Million+ per year by creating improved vendor sourcing and negotiations procedures.
- Improved operations efficiency 30% with implementation of various process improvements.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 9 staff members.
- Spearheaded development of complete optimization of entire purchasing department's programs.
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of Out of Stock's consolidation.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Service Clerk - Pallets
Costco
01.2026 - Current
Paraprofessional
ProCare Therapy
04.2025 - 01.2026
Purchasing Assistant
Aldi USA
03.2022 - 04.2025
Site Lead
YMCA Of The East Valley
08.2016 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
San Bernardino High School
Associate of Science - Psychology
Riverside City College