Executive Assistant Control Specialist

ALEC J. VELARDE

Palm Springs, CA ***** 760-***-**** ****************@*****.***

Driven logistics and manufacturing leader who possesses the ability to set the tone of a culture focused on streamlined processes and excellence in service. Prior experience executing staff training, overseeing daily operations, and providing continued development of staff knowledge. Known for remaining versatile, flexible, and willing to work with constantly changing priorities. Experienced and fluent in SAP, JDEdwards, RF-Smart, SPEDE, Excel, GoogleDocs, Powerpoint, Word, Quickbooks, and various other programs and software.

oFamiliar leading 11 direct reports spanning numerous departments across busy and fast-paced settings.

oExcel at balancing multiple tasks with competing deadlines and working well under pressure.

oStrive to continuously grow and learn new skills while assisting and contributing to the growth of team members.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Inventory Controls

Superior Customer Experience

Streamlining Processes

Interviewing and Hiring

Staff Development

Uphold Quality Standards

Complex Problem Solving

Daily Operations

Budget and Forecasting

Cost Maintenance

Process Improvements

Comprehensive Staff Training

Organizational Development: Strategic and innovative with proven ability to translate business vision into initiatives that improve overall performance, profitability, growth, and employee engagement.

Customer Relations: Strong communication skills with ability to convey critical information to internal and external groups.

Project Management: Demonstrated ability to recognize, predict and manage technical, quality and production risk.

CAREER PROGRESSION

Molor Corp – Newport Beach, CA

Director of Marketing and Executive Assistant March 2023 – Present

●Overseeing social media and all advertisement to ensure growth for Molor Corp.

●Development of all marketing campaigns for return on investments.

●Creating and further developing processes and procedures for Molor to adapt as standard business procedures for the newly founded company.

●Daily communication with the legal team to make sure all licenses and certificates are in place to continue company growth and development.

●Meeting with current and potential business associates establishing long lasting business relationships.

●Organizing and scheduling meetings and setting constant reminders for CEO to guarantee all tasks and appointments are completed on time.

●Maintaining and organizing business, legal, and financial records by setting up a firm and efficient system of traceability.

Cotton Shoppe – Cathedral City, CA

INVENTORY/ QUALITY CONTROL Aug 2022 – March 2023

Inventory and Quality Control specialist ensuring all products are accurate upon arrive and prior to shipping

●Managing inventory counts and escalating any indiscretions to ensure all orders are properly met.

●Ensuring all items meet absolute quality specification to the absolute highest level prior to printing and throughout the entire process.

●Assisting management and taking lead control of the facility on a regular basis.

●Working and assisting with every process of the production process.

Red Collar Pet Foods – San Bernardino, CA

BUSINESS PROCESS EXPERT (Logistics and Inventory Management) March 2020 – April 2022

Guaranteed Warehouse Management Tools and ERP remained aligned with all business processes. Promptly resolved troubleshooting issues and maintained accurate inventory management for both inbound and outbound. Generated daily reports for leadership of all forecasted deliveries, pickups, and issues occurring during transit.

●Educated and trained staff on new processes and oversaw inputs of MRP to ensure adherence to protocols.

●Troubleshooting and managing all inventory and inventory indiscretions for all site materials.

●Condensed demurrage and detention costs resulting in reduced costs by thousands of dollars per month.

●Site Champion and first contact for JD Edwards and RF-Smart issues.

●Communicating daily with corporate headquarters and site contact for all outside contacts.

●Scheduling with production and maintenance to ensure all materials are onsite based on customer demand, preventative maintenance, supply chain availability, and site storage/ safety stock.

●Ordering/ Scheduling all incoming commodities via rail freight, truck, and van sources.

SANITATION MANAGER/PRODUCTION LEAD Dec 2018 – March 2020

Developed SOP’s and SSOP’s to align efficient processes with all OSHA regulations. Coordinated daily operations including contractor needs, inventory management, and staff scheduling. Traveled domestically to consult other facilities and gain knowledge from other plants to establish a stronger company network-wide.

●Managed team of 10 direct reports on new projects, daily activities, and compliance with organizational processes.

●Worked through associate conflicts, disciplinary actions, and followed-through on necessary actions.

●Responsible for all shift metrics including TRS, ATS, Safety, Quality, and efficiency and always maintaining GMP.

●Bridged the gap between Production, Maintenance, Logistics, and Sanitation to align all fields and workflows.

Mars Petcare – San Bernardino, CA

LEAD A/OPERATOR Dec 2014 – Dec 2018

Led entire production floor including the packaging and processing departments. Cross-trained in multiple areas and eagerly learned skills in new areas including unloading and red lab.

●Served as a member of the Safety Committee and Audit Team.

●Quality Certified to complete testing with both raw ingredients and finished products.

●Frequently supported new areas including Sanitation, Packaging, QA, Receiving, Processing and Logistics.

●SAP Specialist and making sure all transactions are movements are accurate prior to shift handoff.

●Working with the prior shift and oncoming shift to establish communication on any safety concerns and production or maintenance issues.

Priority/Coast Personnel – San Bernadino, CA

SANITATION/PACKAGING CONTRACTOR June 2014 – Dec 2014

Guaranteed all workspaces and machinery remained sterile, safe, and sanitary for associates and pets alike.

Executed numerous physically demanding tasks while assisting Packaging Operators with all tasks.

●Supported small line production run, loading, and wrapping pallets.

●Fulfilled operator duties when needed.

Additional Experience and Education continued on Page 2

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

FREELANCE MUSICIAN/ARTIST/WRITER Nov 2005 – Present

●Independently build strong sales distribution processes spanning over multiple continents.

●Develop skills to become a recording sound engineer both live and in studio.

●Successfully book and host musical groups in 5 different states.

●Create multiple easy to use websites and network sites showing a large increase in sales

EDUCATION

University of Phoenix

MAJOR IN PSYCHOLOGY 2008 – 2009

Granite Hills High School – Apple Valley, CA

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA GENERAL EDUCATION 2006

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