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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
AssistantManager

Anthony Elston

Hoover

Summary

Dynamic retail professional with extensive experience at Dollar General, excelling in team leadership and customer service. Proven track record in optimizing inventory management and driving promotional strategies, resulting in increased sales performance. Skilled in staff training and development, fostering a motivated workforce to enhance operational efficiency.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Piggy Wiggly
03.2019 - 06.2025
  • Led daily operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Trained and mentored staff on customer service best practices and operational efficiency.
  • Developed inventory management processes to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
  • Implemented promotional strategies that increased customer engagement and sales performance.

Store Manager

Dollar General
07.2017 - 03.2019
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and optimize inventory management strategies.
  • Coordinated promotional events, driving customer engagement and boosting store traffic.
  • Managed scheduling and workforce allocation to meet fluctuating business demands efficiently.
  • Implemented loss prevention measures, reducing shrinkage through effective staff training and monitoring practices.

Co-Manager

Wal-Mart Supercenter
08.1994 - 07.2015
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Trained and mentored staff, enhancing team performance and service quality.
  • Implemented inventory management strategies, reducing stock discrepancies and improving turnover rates.
  • Developed employee schedules, optimizing labor costs while maintaining service levels.
  • Monitored sales performance, identifying trends to drive merchandising decisions and promotions.
  • Led initiatives for store layout improvements, increasing customer engagement and satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Talladega College
Talladega, AL
05-1993

High School Diploma -

Talladega High School
Talladega, AL
05-1989

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Money handling
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Problem-solving
  • Staff training and development
  • Team motivation

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Piggy Wiggly
03.2019 - 06.2025

Store Manager

Dollar General
07.2017 - 03.2019

Co-Manager

Wal-Mart Supercenter
08.1994 - 07.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Talladega College

High School Diploma -

Talladega High School
Anthony Elston