Fred Villarreal

Experience

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  Kmart Corporation

  Sept 1992 - Feb 2003

  My responsibilities included:*recruiting and hiring the most qualified applicants that the store may need *conduct orientation and training of employees*Supervise the scheduling of the store*Review operational reports to adhere to company policies and procedures*Help solve problems that affect the store's service, efficiency and productivity*Lock and secure the store *Provide and inspire outstanding customer service*Ensure efficient operations of all stockroom and back room areas*Work with hard-line and soft-line managers to effectively implement corporate programs controlling expenses and reducing expenses when possible. Adhere to planograms, signing and display maintenance standards.*Verify preparation for promotional events, ads and replenish advertised merchandise Show less

  • Operations Manager

    Oct 2000 - Feb 2003

  • District Investigator/ Loss Prevention Manager / Safety Coordinator

    Mar 1995 - Oct 2000

  • Customer Service / Cashier / Department Manager

    Sept 1992 - Mar 1995
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  Burlington Coat Factory

  Feb 2003 - Jun 2014

  Store Manager

  My responsibilities included:*Managing the performance of Assistant Store Managers and Associates using established Company policies and standards including but not limited to those outlined in the company's Core Values, Associate Handbook as well as merchandising and operational standard operational procedures.*Provide leadership and guidance to the management team in solving problems that affect the store's service, efficiency and productivity*Review and audit operational processes, reports and records to ensure adherence to Company policies, procedures, monitor profitability, and manage payroll budgets*Work closely with management team to ensure proper scheduling guidelines and best practices are being followed in order to maximize the available workforce*Actively address any associate relations issues and ensure all Human Resources and employment policies are being followed.*Proactively communicate with the Regional Support team to build partnerships that help achieve greater results*Ensure team is delivering excellent customer service while maintaining a high degree of professionalism Show less

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  Advance Auto Parts

  Jul 2014 - now

  My responsibilities include:*Achieve overall store sales goals and service objectives*Input, analyze and Manage payroll. Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws*Manage and maintain current knowledge of HR benefits and other related issues*Manage and grow commercial customer relationships*Selection, hiring, development, performance management, coaching, scheduling and engagement of store team members*Source from numerous places including special order, FDO, second source, etc.*Execute and train inventory systems*Assist district/region in other functions Show less

  • Commercial Account Manager

    Sept 2017 - now

  • Store Manager

    Jul 2014 - Sept 2017