AJ McLane
Loveland,CO
Summary
Dynamic Store Leader with 23 years of retail experience, known for driving substantial sales growth and elevating customer satisfaction. Demonstrated ability to set and exceed ambitious sales targets while ensuring exceptional store presentation. Skilled in team management, consistently surpassing company expectations and fostering a collaborative work environment. Dedicated to utilizing a robust background to enhance operational excellence and create an engaging experience.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Leader
Whole Food Market
Fort Collins, CO
08.2021 - Current
- Provided guidance and leadership to store team members.
- Monitored store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Assisted in the development of strategies for increasing customer satisfaction and sales performance.
- Manage several teams and created structured programs that were implemented and still growing.
- Mentor to other ASTLs along with team members throughout the company.
- Advanced Culture Champion.
- State Food Safety Proctor.
- TIPS Certified trainer and proctor.
Store Director
Sprouts Farmers Market
Loveland, CO
10.2010 - 08.2021
- Fostered healthy team environments to promote collaboration and boost productivity.
- Coached, counseled, recruited, trained and disciplined employees and evaluated on-the-job performance.
- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
- Developed and optimized store schedules to meet expected coverage demands and maintain optimal service levels.
- Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
- Analyzed variable data for operations to determine areas for improvement, increased efficiency and potential cost savings.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by coordinating staff development and succession planning.
- Conducted weekly meetings with staff members to ensure that goals were being met in a timely manner.
Assistant Store Manager
Walmart
Loveland, CO
02.2001 - 05.2010
- Assisted in overall day-to-day operations of store, including continuous development of effective store associates to achieve desired sales and results.
- Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct issues impacting store appearance or professionalism.
- Set schedules and delegated assignments based on team strengths to optimize floor coverage and service levels.
- Led teams in planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operating initiatives to streamline business effectiveness.
- Trained staff on daily duties and supervised and provided feedback, resulting in improved performance and customer satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Collins High School
Fort Collins, COSkills
- Finance and accounting
- Staff leadership
- Business development
- Coaching and mentoring
- Strategic planning
- Supervision and training
- Employee development
- Cross-functional team management
- Profit and loss accountability
- Recruiting and hiring
- Schedule management
- Retail management
- Loss prevention
- Human resource policies
Timeline
Assistant Store Leader
Whole Food Market
08.2021 - Current
Store Director
Sprouts Farmers Market
10.2010 - 08.2021
Assistant Store Manager
Walmart
02.2001 - 05.2010
High School Diploma -
Fort Collins High School
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