Michael Montes III

Experience

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  Guitar Center

  Mar 1995 - Sept 2019

  • Managed Corporate Inventory Control team to ensure inventory transactions were done timely and accurate• Compiled and maintained inbound inventory reports for review and analysis for chainwide shipping/receiving variances, as well as provide fact based ad hoc analysis• Ensured compliance with inventory processes, policies & procedures, optimizing inventory control procedures• Arranged inventory adjustments for returns, corrections, samples, location moves and bulk transfers• Provided inter-company support and/or reconciliation among retail stores, including corporate• Collaborated with leadership teams at East and West Coast distribution centers • Vendor compliance – Evaluated shipping, receiving, labeling and UPC anomalies to report to buyers, as well as identify, quarantine and inspect suspect inbound purchase orders • Identified capacity and inventory constraints• Systematized merchant/retail acquisitions & mergers to ensure inventory was properly cataloged • Developed accurate monthly forecasts in order to maximize supply chain efficiencies by tracking shipments, consumption data and inventory changes• Proactively worked with supply chain and logistics management team to implement, manage and maintain efficient logistics operations, as well as tracking workflow systems to ensure timely delivery of inventory to retail stores • Filed claims with various freight carriers for lost, missing and damaged transitional inventory• Responsible for accurately and timely recording of month/year end maintenance of general ledger accounting [e.g. shrink, accounts receivable, accounts payable, etc.], including account reconciliations and journal entries• Designed, developed and delivered e-learning content for retail associates• Promoted a culture of learning, accountability and direct feedback by providing coaching/guidance on skill building, professional development, change management and collaboration to associates for their career advancement Show less • Reported to the Director of Store Retail Operations • Monitored daily activities of inventory control, cycle counting, inventory related claims management and related accounts administration (application of appropriate systems and tools, especially the warehouse management system).• Worked with key personnel to effectively implement process improvements to operational procedures, in an effort to proactively optimize overall location, item level accuracy and maintain the highest possible productivity levels.• Coordinated with Director of Store Retail Operations to plan daily labor needs to fulfill all defined inventory management functions• Accountable for maintaining integrity for on-time shipments, people utilization, damages; provide periodic reports to multiple tiers within the organization, ensuring accurate communication• Communicated policies to associates and act as the primary information source for the team, maintaining compliance and consistency and taking corrective action when needed• Supervised the distribution of inventory to all retail stores• Reviewed Distribution Center inventory movements and transactions• Maintained and updated inventory records to ensure effective inventory management at Distribution Centers.• Monitored all warehouse, store transfers and other transactions for accuracy.• General ledger account balancing• Store support Show less • Demonstrated leadership and collaborated with the General Manager in the management and CAPEX/EBITDA performance of the store, in accordance with Corporate policies and procedures, planograms, promotions and standards• Responsibilities included setting store goals and expectations, determining staff requirements, interviewing, hiring, training employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems, loss prevention, safety, inventory management, cash management and business reporting, so all operating efficiencies were maximized• Oversaw all functions performed in the warehouse which included shipping, receiving, stocking, staging, loading, safety, etc., resulting in reduced warehouse inefficiencies, overtime and attained a proven safety record [OSHA]• Conducted a high frequency of physical inventories, as directed by Corporate Support Center, to ensure accuracy of inventory [99.97%], quantity, quality and location information • Provided consistent performance feedback and dedicated appropriate time to developing skills of subordinates to maximize their potential, while monitoring staff performance and giving praise and discipline, when necessary • Ensured optimal efficiency and profitability for the company, while delivering excellent customer service to all associates and customers. Show less • Supported Operations Manager and Store Manager• Maintained and ensured accurate up to date Operational store reporting [e.g. inter-store transfer aging, unreceivables, customer/store owned repair orders, customer loans, etc.] • Performed, researched and reconciled physical inventories• Completed store cash balancing and deposit daily• Processed and submit all new hire paperwork to Corporate Human Resources • Trained new hires on operational responsibilities • Supervised & reviewed warehouse shipping and receiving variances• Responsible for ordering all supplies for store• Lead safety initiatives within the store location, including completion of the monthly Safety checklist. Show less

  • Risk Assessment/Operations - Inventory Control/Supply Chain Manager

    Jan 2010 - Sept 2019

  • Operations - Inventory Control Supervisor

    Jan 2009 - Jan 2010

  • Operations - Inventory Control Specialist

    Jan 2000 - Jan 2009

  • Operations - Operations Manager

    Jan 1998 - Dec 2000

  • Operations - Operations Assistant

    Jan 1996 - Dec 1998

  • Retail Sales Specialist - Percussion

    Mar 1995 - Dec 1996
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  PepsiCo

  May 2021 - Aug 2022

  Warehouse Manager
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  Sweetwater

  Sept 2022 - now

  Inventory Manager