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Martin Slavkovský

Heerlen

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Trainer

CEVA Logistics
08.2022 - Current
  • Cultivated buy-in during sessions and day-to-day operations by empowering each participant to share unique strengths and contribute to successful team cohesion.
  • Inspired employees to exceed goals for productivity, highlighting incentives for favorable performance.
  • Evaluated participant progress and provided materials necessary for continued success.
  • Interpreted and taught new hires to understand work orders, production figures and BOLs to inform adjustments for increased productivity.
  • Devised goals for operational success and designed appropriate training to achieve them.
  • Communicated with participants effectively, delivering positive and constructive feedback with clarity and fairness.
  • Trained employees in identification and interpretation of operating calculations, item quantities and PPH.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
  • Trained and mentored 6-7 new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
  • Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
  • Wrote training manuals for warehouse operator employees and various positions according to strict company guidelines and protocols.

Warehouse Operator

CEVA Logistics
10.2020 - Current
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
  • Managed storage area by organizing floor space, adhering to storage design principles and recommending improvements.
  • Coordinated receiving process and managed dock to efficiently unload trucks.

Merchandiser

RACE WORLD
05.2016 - 10.2020
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
  • Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
  • Presented store update suggestions and layouts to management and stakeholders.
  • Investigated current trends and innovative techniques to create unique displays.
  • Scheduled regular maintenance and repair of displays for longevity.
  • Developed visual merchandising plans and strategies to promote store offerings.
  • Developed merchandising strategy to efficiently move overstock.
  • Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color.
  • Collaborated with store managers to determine best placement for merchandise displays.
  • Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
  • Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.

Regional Manager

S.B.C. Slovensko s.r.o.
02.2013 - 02.2016
  • Supervised staff to optimize brand expansion initiatives and productivity.
  • Established and maintained operational standards for 150+ locations.
  • Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty, and enhancing operations.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Introduced cost-saving initiatives to reduce losses and increase profit margin.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.

Education

No Degree - Elektrotechnical Engineering

Elektrotechnical University in Zilina
Zilina, Slovakia

No Degree - Informatics

Gymnasium, D. Tatarka Str., Poprad
Poprad, Slovakia
05.2009

Skills

  • Training Manuals and Materials
  • Employee Surveying
  • Courseware Development
  • Online Training
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Work Coordination
  • Production Targets
  • Learning Strategies
  • Innovative Training Approaches
  • Inventory Records

Languages

Slovak
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
German
Intermediate
B1
Czech
Advanced
C1
Polish
Intermediate
B1

Timeline

Warehouse Trainer

CEVA Logistics
08.2022 - Current

Warehouse Operator

CEVA Logistics
10.2020 - Current

Merchandiser

RACE WORLD
05.2016 - 10.2020

Regional Manager

S.B.C. Slovensko s.r.o.
02.2013 - 02.2016

No Degree - Elektrotechnical Engineering

Elektrotechnical University in Zilina

No Degree - Informatics

Gymnasium, D. Tatarka Str., Poprad
Martin Slavkovský