Adam Yager
Manager
Wonder Lake,Illinois
Summary
Results-driven professional with a strong focus on enhancing store profit and fostering positive customer and community relations. Diverse background in various leadership roles, consistently prioritizing the value of the team and recognizing their significance in supporting effective management.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandise Inventory Manager
PetSmart
Crystal Lake, Illinois
01.2013 - Current
- Managed the accuracy of inventory which helped move the store to second highest grossing store in the district from forth
- Worked with the associates in the surrounding departments to increase moral and productivity
- Helped to make us the example store through fluid transitions of re sets and inventory accuracy which in return allows us to maintain a position as a test store
- Was instrumental with the process of how to Increased the efficiency and logistics of the receiving process throughout the Company
- Maintained a safety record of no injuries with the stocking crew
Owner and Manager
ELEFAWN VINTAGE and ELEFAWN DESIGNS
01.2013 - Current
- Company Overview: Etsy
- I own and operate two online stores with my wife
- Elefawn Vintage specializes in the sales of vintage and antique goods
- Elefawn Designs sells handmade needle felted sculptures
- Etsy
Grocery and Receiving / Assistant Front End Manager
The Fresh Market
Crystal Lake, Illinois
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Passed every health inspection conducted under my supervision
- Prepared the associates and store for grand opening
- Created a 3% average growth in sales each quarter
- Was the receiving and department manager for grocery, dairy, liquor, health and beauty the was promoted to front end manager
Systems Technician & Pricing Integrity Auditing Manager
Meijers
Mc Henry, Illinois
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Passed every pricing audit with 100% total store accuracy
- Successfully kept all cash registers running during power outages to minimally impact sales
- Preemptively caught sales ad and price tag discrepancies
Third shift manager
Copps
Monona, Wisconsin
01.2002 - 01.2009
- Maintained accurate inventories
- Successful completion of the over-night crews efficiency during a full store remodel
- Kept order in the store during a small fire in the control room
- Learned a lot about leadership from working with many different crews
Assistant manager
Hot Topic
Madison, Wisconsin
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Organized the receiving area for better inventory control
- Merchandised the store to lessen product loss and minimize blind spots
- Enhanced the store front windows with more product appeal and an overall flow or theme
Department Manager of Toys
K mart
MC Henry, Illinois
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Stocked and received the daily shipments
- Organized customer rain checks for better service
- Increased sales by 50% during the holiday season
- Improved the cleanliness of the store and departments
Store Manager
Halloween City
Crystal Lake, Illinois
09.2009 - 11.2009
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
MC Henry County College
01.2003
High School -
MC Henry West Campus High School
01.2000
Skills
Motivational Skills
Visual storytelling
Technical knowledge
Content Development
Timeline
Merchandise Inventory Manager
PetSmart
01.2013 - Current
Owner and Manager
ELEFAWN VINTAGE and ELEFAWN DESIGNS
01.2013 - Current
Grocery and Receiving / Assistant Front End Manager
The Fresh Market
01.2011 - 01.2013
Store Manager
Halloween City
09.2009 - 11.2009
Systems Technician & Pricing Integrity Auditing Manager
Meijers
01.2009 - 01.2011
Assistant manager
Hot Topic
01.2005 - 01.2007
Third shift manager
Copps
01.2002 - 01.2009
Department Manager of Toys
K mart
01.2001 - 01.2002
MC Henry County College
High School -
MC Henry West Campus High School