Giancarlo Batista serves as the Chandler Store Manager, where he oversees daily operations with a strong focus on efficiency, team leadership, and exceptional customer service. In his role, he manages inventory and warehouse operations, supports contractor and customer sales, prepares project quotations, coordinates product sourcing, and builds lasting customer relationships while leading and developing his team.
Giancarlo brings six years of experience in the lighting distribution industry, all gained through his progression with Lighting Unlimited. Since joining the company in 2020 as a Driver/Warehouse Associate, he has steadily advanced through a variety of roles across multiple locations, including Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Chandler. His hands-on experience in warehouse operations, counter sales, and logistics has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the business, ultimately leading to his current leadership position.
His specialties include lighting distribution, contractor sales, project quotations, inventory management, warehouse operations, customer service, and business development. Giancarlo is known for his ability to balance operational execution with relationship-building, ensuring both team success and customer satisfaction.
Giancarlo holds an LS1 Certification and has achieved Tier 3 Employee status with Lighting Unlimited. He continues to invest in his professional growth and is currently pursuing Counter Pro Tier certification to further expand his industry expertise.
He earned his high school diploma in 2013 and has completed additional college coursework while actively building his career in the lighting industry.
Outside of work, Giancarlo enjoys golfing, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. He also enjoys gaming and values opportunities to explore new places and build meaningful connections.
Giancarlo remains committed to continuous improvement, both personally and professionally, and is dedicated to supporting his team, strengthening customer relationships, and contributing to the ongoing success of Lighting Unlimited.