Alexander Bantle
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
High-energy Produce Manager with solid background in retail environments and specialty experience in grocery management. Proficient in organizing and minimizing shrinkage of perishable goods. Skillful delegator and organizational problem-solver.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Produce Manager
Kowalski's Markets
03.2024 - Current
- Trained and supervised produce staff for optimal performance and adherence to company policies.
- Maintained produce display, and prep and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service and consistent delivery of high-quality products.
- Managed product rotation to minimize waste, optimizing freshness and quality of available goods.
- Implemented effective merchandising techniques, leading to increased visibility of seasonal items and specialty products.
- Continuously improved processes and procedures within the department to maximize efficiency, reduce waste, and increase overall profitability.
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Participated in regular department meetings to discuss performance metrics, strategies for improvement, and upcoming promotional activities.
- Conducted daily inspections of received goods to ensure freshness and quality, addressing any discrepancies or concerns immediately with suppliers.
- Optimized product rotation procedures to minimize spoilage while maintaining ample stock levels for customer convenience.
- Making sure Stakeholders are governing and complying to company civic/democratic governing principles and standards.
- Meet/exceed financial goals laid out by Store Managers/Department Director.
Assistant Produce Manager
Kowalski's Markets
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Continuously improved processes and procedures within the department to maximize efficiency, reduce waste, and increase overall profitability.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by stepping into management roles when necessary, ensuring smooth operations in the absence of the manager.
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Participated in regular department meetings to discuss performance metrics, strategies for improvement, and upcoming promotional activities.
- Conducted daily inspections of received goods to ensure freshness and quality, addressing any discrepancies or concerns immediately with suppliers.
- Optimized product rotation procedures to minimize spoilage while maintaining ample stock levels for customer convenience.
- Making sure Stakeholders are governing and complying to company civic/democratic governing principles and standards.
- Assisting the Produce Manager to meet/exceed financial goals laid out by Store Managers/Department Director.
Produce Associate
Kowalski's Markets
09.2016 - 03.2022
- Stocked fruits and vegetables and removed old or poor quality products.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness throughout the produce department, adhering to all health code regulations for food handling.
- Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient, friendly service and maintaining a clean, organized produce section.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
Elections Assistant/Deputy Elections Auditor
Ramsey County Elections Office
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Processed high volume, time sensitive election materials with a high level of accuracy
- Conducted and audited post-election results to ensure that voter fraud did not occur in any of the precincts under the purview of the Ramsey County Elections Office
- Interacted fairly and impartially with a diverse population of voters
- Met daily production and quality benchmarks for assigned activities
- Performed all assigned duties in a non-partisan and impartial manner.
Education
Master of Science - International Public Policy
Queen Mary University of London
London, UK12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN05.2014
Skills
- Customer Service
- Leadership
- Merchandising
- Time Management
- Retail management experience
Certification
- ServeSafe Certified
Timeline
Produce Manager
Kowalski's Markets
03.2024 - Current
Assistant Produce Manager
Kowalski's Markets
03.2022 - 06.2023
Produce Associate
Kowalski's Markets
09.2016 - 03.2022
Elections Assistant/Deputy Elections Auditor
Ramsey County Elections Office
09.2014 - 12.2014
Master of Science - International Public Policy
Queen Mary University of London
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
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