Aaron Parra
About Aaron Parra
Aaron Parra is a Delivery Optimization Analyst at Builders FirstSource, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in logistics and supply chain management, having held various positions in the United States Air Force and several companies in the construction and retail sectors.
Current Role at Builders FirstSource
Aaron Parra serves as a Delivery Optimization Analyst at Builders FirstSource, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing logistics efficiency by consulting with various business units on the implementation of LEAN principles. He develops metrics and tracking systems that help clients evaluate the effectiveness of their delivery models. Additionally, he mentors field dispatch and management groups in the use of web-based delivery and logistics software.
Previous Experience in Logistics and Operations
Prior to his current role, Aaron Parra worked as an Operations Supervisor at BMC - Building Materials and Construction Solutions from 2014 to 2020. His responsibilities included overseeing logistics operations in Grand Prairie, TX. He also served as a Logistics Readiness Technician in the United States Air Force from 2010 to 2014, where he gained valuable experience in logistics management. Earlier in his career, he held a position as a Freight Worker at The Home Depot for four months in 2008 and worked as a Personal Assistant at Northrop Grumman Corporation from 2006 to 2007.
Education and Academic Background
Aaron Parra has a solid educational foundation in logistics and supply chain management. He studied at Solano Community College and later attended The University of Texas at Dallas, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management. Additionally, he obtained an Associate’s Degree in the same field from the Community College of the Air Force, completing his studies there from 2011 to 2014.
Skills in Video Production and Training Documentation
In his current role, Aaron Parra has developed video tutorials for logistics platforms, utilizing advanced video editing software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Camtasia, ActivePresenter, and Splice. He creates training documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to guide users on delivery systems and best practices, ensuring that staff are well-equipped to utilize the logistics tools effectively.