Christian Rodriguez
Crown Point
Summary
Dynamic Receiving Manager with a proven track record at Menards, enhancing warehouse operations through effective team leadership and vendor relations. Skilled in shipment verification and inventory control, I implemented safety protocols that significantly reduced workplace injuries while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement among staff.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Receiving Manager
Menards
08.2019 - 04.2025
- Unloaded, sorted and stored incoming merchandise.
- Verified deliveries against paperwork and contacted vendors to resolve discrepancies.
- Managed shipping and receiving team, overseeing training, schedules and work assignments.
- Trained and supervised staff in the accurate processing of inbound shipments, ensuring timely delivery to sales floor.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Conducted regular audits of warehouse inventory, ensuring accuracy and accountability within the team.
- Managed inbound receiving departments.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better communication and reduced shipping errors.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Identified areas for improvement within the receiving process, implementing changes that increased overall efficiency.
- Gathered and processed merchandise returns.
- Enhanced warehouse organization for smoother operations and improved productivity.
- Collaborated with other department managers to develop cross-functional strategies for maximizing store performance.
- Maintained accurate computer records of materials weights, bill amounts, and identified variances.
- Enhanced performance of receiving dock associates through training, guidance and motivation.
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction by ensuring prompt processing of returned items and swift resolution of any issues.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace injuries and maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
- Established clear expectations and performance metrics for employees, promoting accountability within the department.
- Reduced product damage by establishing thorough inspection procedures during the receiving process.
- Led team meetings focused on continuous improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence among staff members.
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
Sprint Manager
Sprint
07.2014 - 04.2019
- Managed a team of print professionals, ensuring timely completion of projects while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Spearheaded sustainability initiatives within the organization, reducing environmental impact through recycling programs and eco-friendly materials sourcing.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new employees, resulting in reduced learning curves and increased productivity.
- Enhanced print project efficiency by streamlining workflows and implementing automation tools.
Education
Associates - Communications
Iu Bloomington
Indianapolis, INCrown Point
Crown Point, NY06.2014
Skills
- Sorting inventory
- Warehouse safety
- Shipping and receiving
- Maintaining safety
- Warehouse operations
- Safety practices
- Operating equipment
- Assisting customers
- Equipment operations
- Forklift operation
- Unloading trucks
- Safety management
- Staff training
- Stockroom organization
- OSHA guidelines
- Operating forklifts
- Vendor relations
- Shipment verification
- Shipment receiving
- Staging deliveries
- Vendor returns processing
- Stockroom organizing
- Product staging
- Load counting
- Processing vendor returns
- Verifying deliveries
- Stock control
- Delivery staging
- Freight management
- Shipping procedures
- Order fulfillment
- Cost control and tracking
- Route optimization
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Worker supervision
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Relationship building
- Distribution and warehousing
- Team building
- Data entry
- Safety protocols
Accomplishments
Worked my way from Menards as a part timer to full time manager in less than a year
Timeline
Receiving Manager
Menards
08.2019 - 04.2025
Sprint Manager
Sprint
07.2014 - 04.2019
Associates - Communications
Iu Bloomington
Crown Point
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