Anthony Guthman Sr.
Racine
Summary
Dynamic retail professional with extensive experience in managing store operations, overseeing inventory tracking, and training staff. Known for implementing effective loss prevention strategies and ensuring customer satisfaction through strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandise Coordinator
Industries of the Blind
Milwaukee
08.2007 - 04.2008
- Collaborated with team members to streamline order fulfillment procedures, improving turnaround time.
- Implemented system updates for tracking merchandise movement, enhancing accuracy of inventory records.
- Maintained product inventory and tracked stock levels to ensure accurate record keeping.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, forecasting demand to optimize purchasing decisions.
Drill Sergeant
US Army Reserve
Milwaukee
12.1983 - 04.2008
- Instructed recruits in military drills and physical fitness routines.
- Evaluated trainee performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Led classroom sessions on military regulations and protocols.
- Maintained discipline and enforced standards during training exercises.
- Developed training materials to enhance learning experiences for recruits.
- Enforced standards of conduct in accordance with Army regulations.
- Coordinated with other drill sergeants to ensure that all necessary tasks were completed according to schedule.
- Conducted inspections of equipment and personnel uniforms.
- Facilitated team building activities to enhance collaboration among recruits.
- Directed safety protocols during all drills, physical fitness sessions, and other activities.
- Evaluated the skills of recruits during basic combat training exercises.
- Provided comprehensive guidance on military regulations, customs, and courtesies to ensure compliance and understanding.
- Monitored troop morale and implemented targeted initiatives to enhance engagement and cohesion.
- Instructed basic combat training drills to new recruits.
- Motivated soldiers through positive reinforcement techniques designed to build confidence and self-esteem.
- Inspected weapons qualifications of soldiers in assigned units.
- Trained, coached and mentored military units to improve readiness and training.
Store Manager
Big Lots
South Milwaukee
01.2003 - 09.2007
- Managed daily store operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Supervised and trained staff on customer service standards and sales techniques.
- Coordinated promotional displays to enhance product visibility and sales.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly to ensure satisfaction.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage in the store.
- Scheduled employee shifts to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
- Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.
- Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
- Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Troy High School
East Troy, WI06-1984
Skills
- Visual merchandising
- Inventory management
- Order fulfillment
- Merchandise processing
- Sales analysis
- POS systems
- Systems tracking
- Loss prevention strategies
- Shrink reduction
- Pricing and signage updates
- Retail operations
- Employee training
- Associate training
- Staff supervision
- Stockroom organization
- Effective communication
- Team building
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Performance evaluation
- Associate training
- Stockroom organization
Dedication
- Highly motivated person that has the ability to learn and exceed in all areas of management to assist company profits to the max
Timeline
Merchandise Coordinator
Industries of the Blind
08.2007 - 04.2008
Store Manager
Big Lots
01.2003 - 09.2007
Drill Sergeant
US Army Reserve
12.1983 - 04.2008
High School Diploma -
East Troy High School