************@*****.*** Irving, *****, TX
WORK EXPERIENCE
MFG/ Distribution Warehouse Supervisor
Kroger America's Beverage Company
Irving 12/2024 – Present
Supervises manufacturing and distribution operations across multiple facilities and shifts in Texas. Exhibits strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking to address operational challenges. Manages and optimizes supply chain strategies to enhance daily distribution and transportation activities within assigned market areas.
Oversees responsibilities for various departments, including receiving, order fulfillment, shipping/loadout, and transportation; accountable for P&L management, staffing, and adherence to KPIs, regulations, and associate safety standards.
Collaborates with site and regional leadership to implement efficient work process designs, improving overall performance and efficiency.
Identifies operational enhancements to ensure exceptional service delivery for both internal and external customers.
Cultivates a cohesive and effective team by managing and developing associates to achieve high quality and productivity in line with company goals and values. Warehouse Operations Supervisor
The Kroger Company
Dallas 12/2021 – 12/2024
Plans and executes the logistics flow of goods and services from supplier to customer, ensuring efficiency. Strategizes and implements process improvements to facilitate task completion within set timelines. Develops supply chain strategies that enhance customer satisfaction while minimizing costs. Generates productivity reports for distribution/service centers, analyzing labor standards and tracking labor hours.
Manages safety and sanitation processes throughout the fully automated warehouse, collaborating effectively with all departments to maximize productivity and performance. Blanca Delagarza
Dynamic Manufacturing and Distribution Warehouse Supervisor with over 12 years of experience managing multiple facilities and driving supply chain optimization. Proven track record of enhancing efficiency and achieving KPIs, including overseeing P&L responsibilities and staffing. Successfully led teams to improve operational performance while ensuring safety and customer satisfaction. Ready to leverage expertise in process improvement and leadership to contribute significantly to organizational excellence. Production Manager
Trader Joe's
Irving 08/2014 – 12/2022
Directs a diverse team to effectively operate and maintain a manufacturing facility. Oversees initiatives related to product quality, safety, production, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement.
Coordinates the production process, developing schedules to ensure optimal product quality and profitability. Ensures cost-effective production while maintaining appropriate quality standards and volume levels. Monitors production processes, provides employee training, assesses staff performance, and addresses operational efficiencies on assembly lines.
Collaborates with management to implement company policies and objectives, overseeing production efficiency, scrap management, and scheduling.
Establishes performance benchmarks, monitors performance, and provides essential feedback to team members for professional growth.
Participates in all aspects of staffing decisions, including hiring, training, and disciplinary actions with the support of Human Resources.
Addresses team member concerns and collaborates on investigations when necessary, ensuring timely resolution within company policy guidelines.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
General Manager
Golden Corral
Arlington 01/2000 – 12/2014
Accountable for P&L results in a business with over $3.0 million in sales. Administers the business according to the annual budget, job costing, and labor management. Controls annual purchases surpassing $1.1 million in a business generating over $6.5 million in sales. Oversaw a payroll budget of $1,290,000, including management training and personnel hiring. Responsible for overseeing culinary operations, food cost management, staff coaching, scheduling, food quality assurance, food safety, and sanitation protocols.
Managed kitchen equipment, controllable labor costs, leadership development, staffing, retention, and product rollouts.
Project Control Manager
Tyco Engineering & Construction (General Contractors). El Paso 01/1995 – 12/1999
Managed industrial building projects valued between $8 million and $12 million. Oversaw budgets and job cost control for all projects. Monitored project progress to ensure adherence to schedule and budget while proactively identifying potential issues.
Provided regular project status updates to key stakeholders, including executives and project team members. Communicated with suppliers and vendors to ensure compliance with contractual obligations. Prepared comprehensive reports on project status and finances for management review. Coordinated with various departments to ensure timely availability of materials for project needs. Monitored contract compliance, facilitating communication with contractors regarding necessary contractual adjustments.
Compiled and submitted detailed reports to management regarding project status. EDUCATION
MSc Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain - Master's degree University of Salford
Manchester, Greater Manchester 05/2025 – Present
Civil Engineering - Master's degree
University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Albuquerque 06/2024 – Present
Global Business and Leadership - Doctorate Degree
California Intercontinental University
Irvine, Usa 01/2024 – Present
Business Administration - Doctoral Degree
University of Phoenix current
Phoenix 03/2022 – 12/2023
Business Administration - Master's Degree
University of Phoenix
Phoenix 02/2013 – 09/2015
Civil Engineering - Bachelor's Degree
Universidad Autonoma de Ciudad Juarez
Cd. Juarez, Chihuahua 08/1988 – 06/1993
SKILLS
LANGUAGES
Spanish Native English Fluent
CERTIFICATES
ServSafe
Safe Quality Food Certification
Food Handler Certification
PCQi
FSPCA
05/2019
Food Safety Manager
ANSI
05/2023
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