Edgar Valenzuela Sanchez
South Gate
Summary
Bilingual operations and logistics leader with 10+ years of progressive experience optimizing transportation networks, multi-site inventory, and supply chain operations across automotive, manufacturing, and construction industries. Proven record of reducing costs, scaling operations, and leading cross-functional teams under high-pressure conditions. Adept at bridging executive vision with frontline execution. Fluent in English and Spanish.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Transportation Analyst
Hyundai Mobis
04.2024 - Current
- Oversee four core transportation operations: dealer returns, deployments to DCs, PDC-to-PDC transfers, and strategic freight moves.
- Liaise between carriers and MPA, ensuring rate compliance, accountability, and service performance.
- Review contracts and approve freight hauls; negotiate pricing based on market conditions.
- Conduct network analysis and present cost-saving counterproposals to Korean executives.
- Develop and execute RFPs to select carriers, improve service levels, and lower spend.
Safety Compliance Specialist
California Closets
01.2024 - Current
- Audited safety compliance across 30 sites (OSHA, forklift, driver programs).
Logistics & Fulfillment Lead, GM Energy
General Motors
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed logistics for home EV charging & storage systems, coordinating fulfillment via 3PLs.
- Ensured compliance with labeling, shipping, and storage requirements.
- Implemented reverse logistics process for rejected/returned orders.
- Designed and launched the initial recall process framework for GM Energy products.
Senior Warranty Operations Analyst
AMPAM Parks Mechanical
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Directed warranty operations for 65+ multi-unit residential construction projects across SoCal.
- Investigated claims, prepared reports, dispatched technicians, and ordered materials to resolve issues.
- Acted as client liaison with leasing companies, construction firms, and executives.
- Managed special-case projects requiring cost analysis, scheduling, and cross-team coordination.
Inventory Manager
Valley of the Sun
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Managed inventory across 6 facilities (2 warehouses, 2 production centers, 2 finished goods warehouses).
- Negotiated and managed 3PL partnerships (OPX, HK Trans) to handle rapid COVID-era scale-up.
- Oversaw compliance with FDA and regulatory standards for hand sanitizer production.
- Built custom ERP tracking systems; proposed transition to NetSuite.
- Supported scale-up to $20M in finished goods output every 2 months; led team of 5 plus 3PL oversight.
Warehouse Order Processor
American Industries
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Assigned warehouse teams, oversaw replenishment, created BOLs.
Materials Planner
R1 Concepts
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Planned daily production for remanufactured brake calipers; tracked SKU demand and output.
Sales Manager (Multi-Unit)
Boost Mobile
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Oversaw operations across 9 stores in East LA, South Central, and South Bay; supervised 15+ employees.
- Directed hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
- Developed sales culture that improved upselling and customer retention.
- Resolved escalated conflicts with customers in high-pressure environments.
- Coordinated inter-store inventory transfers to secure sales.
Inventory Associate & Order Processor
Dollar Shave Club
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Coordinated daily order printing and workstation setup to streamline fulfillment.
- Ranked among top performers in order processing speed and accuracy.
- Troubleshot automated machinery (Bastian Solutions) to minimize downtime.
- Created Bills of Lading (UPS, USPS, FedEx); tracked inventory with SAP and RF scanners.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Technology Operations Management & Human Resources
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Skills
- Transportation & Logistics Strategy
- Supply Chain Optimization
- 3PL Management & Contract Negotiation
- Multi-Site Operations & Inventory Control
- RFP Development & Vendor Selection
- Compliance & Safety Oversight (OSHA, Driver Programs)
- Executive Reporting & Presentations
- Team Leadership & Training
- ERP & Data Systems (SAP, WMS, Custom ERPs)
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Senior Transportation Analyst
Hyundai Mobis
04.2024 - Current
Safety Compliance Specialist
California Closets
01.2024 - Current
Logistics & Fulfillment Lead, GM Energy
General Motors
07.2023 - 04.2024
Senior Warranty Operations Analyst
AMPAM Parks Mechanical
10.2021 - 04.2023
Inventory Manager
Valley of the Sun
04.2020 - 04.2021
Warehouse Order Processor
American Industries
01.2019 - 12.2020
Materials Planner
R1 Concepts
01.2019 - 12.2019
Sales Manager (Multi-Unit)
Boost Mobile
01.2018 - 01.2019
Inventory Associate & Order Processor
Dollar Shave Club
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Technology Operations Management & Human Resources
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
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