Anthony J. Cruz
Bayonne,NJ
Summary
Strong employee skilled in inventory management, customer service, and regulatory compliance. Excel in communication, time management, and adaptability to rapidly changing retail environments and recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Solid team player with upbeat, positive attitude and proven skill in establishing rapport with clients. Communicative customer service professional motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Practiced problem-solver with technologically-savvy nature. Personable and dedicated customer service representative with extensive experience in industry.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Liquor Clerk
ShopRite Inserra Supermarkets, Inc.
Bayonne, USA
07.2024 - Current
- Process sales transactions, receive payments, and provide accurate change.
Perform stocking responsibilities, including lifting and rotating products, ordering supplies, organizing displays, dusting, and facing items. - Performed customer service tasks such as assisting customers with selecting and purchasing liquor products.
- Ordered, received, inventoried, and stocked liquor items on shelves.
- Checked IDs of customers to ensure they were of legal drinking age.
Intramural & Club Sports
Montclair State University
Montclair, USA
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted with officiating for various intramural sports.
Oversaw multiple sports events to ensure smooth gameplay.
Managed the scoreboard and recorded in-game statistics. - Monitored and enforced game rules to ensure fairness.
- Maintained a safe environment for all players by enforcing safety regulations.
- Inspected equipment for proper functioning before each game.
SEC Reporting and Financial Analyst - VNO Internship
Vornado Realty Trust (VNO)
Paramus, USA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in the preparation of financial statements, including footnotes and Management's Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) disclosures for the 10-K SEC filing.
Executed control procedures to verify the alignment of numbers from the financial statements to their corresponding footnotes.
Utilized financial reporting software (Workiva) to update the 10-K document based on management feedback.
Performed administrative tasks for the SEC reporting team, including the preparation of support binders and scheduling meetings to enhance project efficiency. - Reviewed financial documents and records to assess accuracy and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
- Identified discrepancies in financial data and recommended corrective actions to resolve them.
- Analyzed trends in financial performance to identify areas for improvement.
Warehouse Picker
Goya Inc
Jersey City, USA
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Selected merchandise from shelves and efficiently prepared items for shipping.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Organized stockroom shelves to ensure efficient storage of products.
- Picked items for customer orders according to order slips or verbal instructions.
Carhop
Sonic Drive-In
Bayonne, USA
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Developed exceptional customer service skills through hands-on experience in the food industry, ensuring customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.
- Cultivated strong interpersonal skills while providing attentive service in the food business, effectively addressing customer needs, and enhancing their dining experience.
- Gained valuable customer service expertise by engaging with a diverse clientele in the food industry, consistently delivering a positive and welcoming atmosphere.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ01-2025
High School -
Marist High School
Bayonne, NJ05.2020
Skills
Social Media Savvy
- TikTok
Attributes and Contributions
- Quick Learner
- Team Player
- Strong Work Ethic
- Highly Motivated Toward Success
- Adaptability
- Cultural Awareness
Software Skills
- Spreadsheet Server
- Adobe
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Workiva
Communityserviceandcocurricularactivities
- Bayonne City and Park Clean Ups
- Newark Hillside Food Bank
- Rover
- Intramural Club Basketball
- DoorDash Dasher
Affiliations
As a dynamic and upcoming professional with a diverse skill set, I bring a blend of technical expertise, strong communication abilities, and a commitment to continuous learning. My experiences range from customer service to volunteer par clean-ups demonstrating adaptability and a collaborative spirit. I thrive in environments that challenge me to think creatively and solve problems, and I value the opportunity to work with diverse teams to achieve common goals. Outside of work, I enjoy cooking and basketball, which further enhance my perspective and enhance my ability to connect with others.
Timeline
Liquor Clerk
ShopRite Inserra Supermarkets, Inc.
07.2024 - Current
Intramural & Club Sports
Montclair State University
08.2023 - 08.2024
SEC Reporting and Financial Analyst - VNO Internship
Vornado Realty Trust (VNO)
05.2023 - 08.2023
Warehouse Picker
Goya Inc
03.2022 - 07.2022
Carhop
Sonic Drive-In
07.2019 - 07.2020
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration
Montclair State University
High School -
Marist High School
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