Anthony Sarlo
Branford,CT
Summary
Enterprising and self-motivated professional offering over 14 years in sales and operations management within retail industries. Comprehensive experience optimizing processes and operational efficiency for high productivity and efficient task completion. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless execution of business strategies and business success within a great organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Roberts Food Center
Madison, CT
04.2021 - 01.2025
- Completed thorough opening and closing operational procedures of the store.
- Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.
- Developed relationships with suppliers to negotiate better prices.
- Participated in trade shows and industry events as a representative of the company.
- Performed regular price checks to ensure competitive pricing.
- Planned special promotions or discounts based on market trends.
- Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
- Generated repeat business by responding to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Organized promotional events to increase product awareness.
- Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action.
- Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
- Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Department Manager
Adams IGA
Flanders, CT
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Responsible for department sales and delegating tasks to the team.
- Built relationships with vendors through frequent communication regarding orders and shipments.
- Priced produce to achieve margin and sales goals while maintaining competitive pricing profile.
- Established relationships with local farmers and suppliers to secure high-quality organic fruits and vegetables at reasonable prices.
- Drove consistent grocery sales with effective merchandising and promotions implementation.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends in customer purchasing habits, optimizing product selection accordingly.
- Created promotional displays for seasonal or special occasions, increasing sales volume through marketing efforts.
- Coordinated efficient restocking of grocery merchandise to meet customer needs and promote consistent sales.
- Planned attractive displays, replenishing purchased items to maintain eye-catching appearance.
- Maintained records of purchases, storage temperatures, deliveries, and invoices for accuracy in financial reporting.
- Maximized profit by coordinating efficient team workflows, minimizing waste and controlling shrinkage.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure proper merchandising of produce items throughout store locations.
- Reviewed daily sales reports identifying areas where sales are low so corrective action can be taken quickly.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining excellent customer service standards.
- Received produce deliveries and unloaded produce.
Department Manager
Roberts Food Center
Madison, CT
11.2016 - 01.2020
Sales Associate
Express Clothing
Meriden, CT
03.2013 - 11.2016
Assistant Produce Manager
T&J Supermarket
East Haven, CT
06.2010 - 11.2016
Education
High School Diploma -
Guilford High School
Guilford, CT06-2012
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CTSkills
- Sales Expertise
- Promotional planning
- Team leadership and coaching
- Maximizing profitability
- Strategic planning
- Relationship building
- Interpersonal skills
- Merchandising
- Marketing and promotions
- Microsoft Office
Interests and activities
- Dirt bike/ATV off road riding
- Producing/ writing music
- Play drums, piano, guitar
- Motor sports
- Fashion design
Timeline
Store Manager
Roberts Food Center
04.2021 - 01.2025
Department Manager
Adams IGA
01.2020 - 04.2021
Department Manager
Roberts Food Center
11.2016 - 01.2020
Sales Associate
Express Clothing
03.2013 - 11.2016
Assistant Produce Manager
T&J Supermarket
06.2010 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Guilford High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Gateway Community College