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Angel Fire, New Mexico, United States

Oversee purchasing for various resort retail locations – Ski shop, Bike shop, RV gift shop, Golf shopMaintain clear, concise communication with vendors, management and employeesOversee inventory management in multiple retail locationsMaximize buying power with vendors through contract negotiationPersistently pursue knowledge of products via market research, product testing and sales analysisAssist management in realizing or exceeding determined sales plans and target metric objectivesEnsure consistent execution of company’s marketing and visual presentationMerchandise and affectively display products to promote the sale of goodsTrain staff to drive sales through consistent development of product knowledge and customer service standardsEnsure compliance to policies and procedures and report concerns to senior managementMonitor daily records of store sales, inventory, product on order, scheduling and payroll

Angel Fire, New Mexico, United States

Bi-annually review, conduct interviews, and complete hiring process for operations and supervisor applicants in order to maintain a full staff – over 60 winter applicants and over 20 summer applicantsSupervise, manage, and train a staff of 40 lift operations employees according to American National Standards Institute (ANSI B77) Safety Standards Establish daily best practice procedures through training, safety meetings, use of visual aids & safety protocolsManage payroll data entry, editing and approvalDevelop bi-weekly schedules to maintain day-to-day operational coverageEfficiently and effectively manage the procurement and maintenance of lift operations tools and supplies

Angel Fire, New Mexico, United States

Effectively managed operations crew by displaying a proactive work ethic and a team-first mentality.Completed daily labor tasks including — ramp maintenance, snow shoveling and ice removal. Displayed customer service and interpersonal skills through interactions with guests. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with fellow employees, maintenance crew and mountain managers.

San Antonio, Texas Area

Worked in the U.S. corporate office with Category Managers to develop/deploy various RFPs and Bids on a national scale.Conducted data analyses & consolidation, contract & file organization and maintenance, auditing of current procurement programs, retaining client transparency across multiple business categories on a national scale.Assisted Sr. Category Manager with daily food service procurement operations – responsible for review of supplier contract agreements, resolution of invoicing discrepancies, DC outreach and coordination.Used customer support software – FreshDesk to monitor daily food service operations on a national scale. Applied interpersonal skills through vendor outreach phone calls (20/week) persuading our clients to register for ProcurePASS – Vendor Management Portal. Continued part time work for Guckenheimer/ISS while at school after completing summer internship requirements.

San Antonio, Texas Area

Used software applications to plan, direct, and improve maintenance and manufacturing operations.Doubled the amount of data in our MS Access-based Maintenance Management System: Micromain.Created unit integration test plans and implementation plans within the Maintenance Department.Developed procedures and “Best Practices” to ensure future data implementation was done correctly. Exhibited ability to formulate and communicate strategies and concepts to non-technical associates.Learned proper Supply Chain/Manufacturing department protocols.Examined existing manufacturing procedures and created simple solutions to improve workflow.Participated in educational training activities including: MicroMain training and a Kaizen Conference.

Auburn, Alabama Area

Officiated flag football and soccer games both as a Head Referee and Assistant Referee working 10 to 15 hours per week.

Angel Fire, New Mexico, United States

Effectively managed operations crew by displaying a proactive work ethic and a team-first mentality.Completed daily labor tasks including — ramp maintenance, snow shoveling and ice removal. Displayed customer service and interpersonal skills through interactions with guests. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with fellow employees, maintenance crew and mountain managers.Seasonally employed during 2016 and 2017.

San Antonio, Texas Area

Worked for two summers, 2016 and 2017, as a Central Checkout Assistant.Bagged groceries and assisted customers outside by loading their groceries into their vehicles and returning their cart. Developed customer service skills since HEB requires their employees to be friendly with all customers. Pushed and organized 100+ carts per shift to assure there were enough available for customers.Managed various store events including barbecues, cookouts, and crawfish boils.

Angel Fire, New Mexico

Effectively managed operations crew by displaying a proactive work ethic and a team-first mentality.Completed daily labor tasks including — ramp maintenance, snow shoveling and ice removal. Displayed customer service and interpersonal skills through interactions with guests. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with fellow employees, maintenance crew and mountain managers.Seasonally employed during 2016 and 2017.

San Antonio, Texas Area

Responsible for the well-being and camp experience for over 20 children/week -- taught Lego robotics and builds.Organized classrooms and made daily lesson plans.Collaborated with 2 classroom assistants and ensured they were doing their jobs correctly.Gained an increased ability to work efficiently according to schedule as well as look after large groups of children. Practiced patience and the ability to simplify explanations and ideas so that everyone can understand.

Bachelor Of Science In Business Administration, Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management

Graduated in Supply Chain Management at Auburn University. Relevant Coursework: Logistics: Management of the Fulfillment Process.

Bachelor Of Science - Supply Chain Management

Marianist Honors Recipient

Activities and Societies: Executive Student Council Public Relations Representative Varsity Soccer, Cross Country and Track