KK
KARL KIRK
ad4992@r.postjobfree.com 1-682-***-**** Fort Worth Texas Usa 76106, Texas 76106 Accomplished Buyer with demonstrated track record of success with large corporate retailer. Forward-thinking and resourceful professional with history of increasing revenue and reducing costs. Resourceful professional offering 24-year history developing and implementing successful sales strategies. Strengths include vendor coordination, materials sourcing and promotional planning. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Procurement Planning
Inventory Oversight
Cost Control
Manufacturing Support
Delivery Management
Procurement Procedures
Pricing Negotiations
Vendor Relations
Sales Experience
Supplier Sourcing
Interpersonal Ability
Materials Sourcing
Pricing Analysis
Multi-Tasking Strength
Verbal and Written Communication
Customer Service
Negotiation
Inventory Monitoring
Relationship Building
Aplex Auto Became Net Direct Auto Sales
Fort Worth, TX
Truck Buyer at Auction & Parts Locater
06/2001 - 11/2023
Travel to 10 auctions a week to buy inventory for retail sales. Transport sold units to customers as needed.
Locate hard to find Back Ordered Parts for repair's as needed American Airlines Fort Worth, TX
Stock Clerk
06/1987 - 05/2001
Along with all the duties listed
Worked American Airlines Ground Equipment.
American Airlines Fort Worth, TX
Stock Clerk
06/1987 - 05/2001
S
Received incoming shipments and verified that the correct items, in the correct quantities, were delivered.
Unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment.
Checked stock to ensure inventory accuracy and identified discrepancies between physical inventories and computer records. Operated forklifts to move large quantities of merchandise from one area to another within the warehouse.
Stacked product on shelves according to predetermined sequence and quantity.
Summary
Skills
Experience
Maintained cleanliness of storage areas by sweeping floors, dusting shelves, and removing trash daily.
Labeled containers with identifying information such as item numbers or codes.
Prepared orders for shipping by gathering specified items from stockroom shelves, packing items into boxes or crates, and affixing labels onto packages.
Restocked returned merchandise in designated locations within the storeroom or warehouse facility.
Conducted regular cycle counts to verify accuracy of inventory records and reported any discrepancies immediately to supervisor. Organized and rearranged products on shelves according to established guidelines while ensuring proper rotation of stock. Inspected all incoming shipments for damage before accepting them into inventory system.
Sorted materials received into proper bins, containers, shelves based on size, type or code number.
Issued supplies from stockrooms using a variety of methods such as bin cards or requisitions.
Adhered strictly to safety regulations when operating motorized equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks.
Rotated inventory from oldest to newest to maintain fresh stock. Organized storage of articles in bins, floor, shelves and assigned areas according to product categories.
Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
Monitored work areas for cleanliness and functionality and removed obstacles for safety.
Replenished inventory with focus on addressing customer needs. Received deliveries, scanned packages and updated orders in internal database.
Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
Operated forklift to move and organize merchandise. Replenished items to maintain stock availability.
Received incoming product deliveries and relocated to storage shelves, coolers, or bins.
Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
Followed proper stock rotation procedures to minimize obsolescence and remove out of date items from sales floor.
USAF & Scotty's Auto Parts & Headco
Machine Fort Worth, TX
Jet Engine Mechanic Auto Parts Sales
Machinist
06/1976 - 05/1987
Repaired or replaced defective parts of jet engines such as fuel systems, oil systems, cooling systems and electrical systems.
Performed preventive maintenance on jet engines including cleaning, inspecting, testing and replacing components.
Assembled turbine engine components by following blueprints and instructions from manufacturers.
Inspected aircraft upon completion of maintenance activities to verify compliance with safety regulations.
Assisted in troubleshooting complex jet engine issues using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment.
Maintained detailed records of all maintenance activities performed on jet engines.
Conducted routine inspections of jet engines for wear or damage. Rebuilt worn or damaged jet engine components according to manufacturer's specifications.
Ensured that all work was completed within established timeframes while maintaining quality standards.
Monitored performance levels of jet engines during flight tests or ground runs.
Operated a variety of tools such as lathes, grinders, drills, saws and presses for repair tasks.
Provided technical guidance and training to junior mechanics regarding proper use of tools and techniques.
Installed aircraft bearings and seals with assistance of ovens and dry ice. Troubleshot and repaired problems, updated assemblies and adjusted both conventional and modified jet engines.
Inspected completed work to certify that maintenance adhered to standards and procedures.
Managed repair logs, documenting preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance activities.
Removed aircraft parts such as engines, pumps and landing gear. Serviced and maintained aircraft systems, flushing crankcases, cleaning screens and greasing moving parts.
Disassembled and inspected engines and components for wear, breaks or other deficiencies.
Requested aviation parts and supplies before scheduled repairs to meet inventory needs.
Scotties Auto Parts Fort Worth, TX
Manager & Auto Parts
09/1976 - 06/1987
Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions. Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Conducted quality, timely performance feedback and performance appraisals.
Bradford High School Bradford, PA
High School Diploma
06/1975
Education and Training