Tafoya Martin
About Tafoya Martin
Tafoya Martin is the Assistant Manager Operations at Kohl's in Greater New York City Area, with a background in logistics and retail management from companies like Kmart, Target, and Circuit City.
Company
Tafoya Martin currently works at Kohl's as an Assistant Manager of Operations. His tenure at Kohl's began in 2018 and has involved a range of responsibilities integral to operational efficiency and management.
Previous Roles
Prior to joining Kohl's, Tafoya Martin held the position of Assistant Store Manager Overnight at Kmart Corporation from 2014 to 2018. Before Kmart, he worked at Target in two roles: Logistics Team Lead Backroom from 2009 to 2011, and Logistics Team Leader (Flow/Backroom) from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, he had a role at Circuit City as a Sales Experience Partner from 2007 to 2008.
Education and Expertise
Tafoya Martin studied at CUNY New York City College of Technology, where he earned an Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician. His education laid the foundation for his technical proficiency and provided him with fundamental knowledge applicable in various operational roles.
Operational Management Skills
Throughout his career, Tafoya has honed skills in managing workflow across departments to meet planned units per hour and cost per unit goals. He has developed and maintained accuracy standards to ensure unit inventory integrity and has prepared and analyzed unit plans and reports to align business strategies. His roles have involved coordinating the processing of merchandise from vendors through distribution networks to retail stores.
Team Development and Leadership
In his managerial roles, Tafoya Martin has created effective work environments by setting clear objectives and recognizing outstanding performance. He is experienced in developing staff through coaching and performance feedback, establishing performance and development plans to enhance team productivity and morale. Furthermore, he has coordinated and communicated changes in processes and procedures across various departments to improve operational efficiency.