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Fernando Santos-Venegas

Rutledge

Summary

Hello, my name is Fernando Santos-Venegas, and I am currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in criminal justice at East Tennessee State University, having already earned an associate's degree in criminal justice from Walters State Community College. During my time working as a retail stock associate at Walmart, I developed a strong foundation of transferable skills, including adaptability, collaboration, initiative, decision-making, and professionalism. I adapted quickly to changing store priorities, supported various departments, and worked effectively under pressure, often during understaffed shifts. I consistently demonstrated initiative and sound judgment by identifying operational needs and addressing them independently, all while maintaining respectful communication and a reliable presence on the job. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to apply for this internship position and excited about the possibility of being accepted, as it would be an important step toward my goal of making a positive impact in the field of criminal justice.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Stock Associates

Walmart
07.2022 - Current
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the backroom workspace to promote safety and accessibility for all staff members involved in handling inventory items.
  • Assisted with training new team members on best practices in inventory control, providing guidance and mentoring for their professional development within the organization.
  • Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts.
  • Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall backroom efficiency, sharing insights from extensive experience as an Inventory Associate.
  • Provided customer assistance by locating merchandise and maintaining accurate, organized inventory on sales floor shelves.
  • Enhanced warehouse efficiency by consistently unloading shipments in a timely manner.

Education

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Walters State Community College
Morristown, TN
12-2024

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN
12-2026

Skills

  • Adaptability- Adapted quickly to changing store priorities and shifting workloads by taking on various tasks such as stocking/helping different departments, assisting customers during peak hours, and supporting team members with unexpected restocking or merchandising needs
  • Collaboration- Collaborated with team members to unload delivery trucks, organize inventory, and restock shelves efficiently, even during understaffed shifts Maintained a strong work ethic and clear communication to ensure smooth operations in a high-demand retail environment
  • Initiative- Demonstrated strong initiative by identifying operational needs and addressing them without direct supervision, ensuring an efficient store function even when understaffed
  • Decision Making- Demonstrated decision-making skills by prioritizing restocking tasks based on product demand and store needs, while also resolving minor inventory issues independently to maintain an efficient work environment
  • Professionalism- Maintained a positive attitude, punctual attendance, and respectful communication with customers and team members, consistently upholding company standards in a fast-paced retail setting

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Retail Stock Associates

Walmart
07.2022 - Current

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Walters State Community College

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

East Tennessee State University
Fernando Santos-Venegas