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Anthony Taylor

Detroit,MI

Summary

Proactive and results-oriented Retail Operations Leader with 4+ years of experience managing front-end service operations, labor control, and team performance in high-volume environments. Demonstrated ability to lead cashier teams, streamline customer service operations, enforce compliance with policies and procedures, and cultivate a culture grounded in respect, inclusion, and safety. Adept at balancing service quality with operational efficiency and delivering consistent improvements in customer satisfaction.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead

Walmart
03.2022 - Current
  • Directed team in providing exceptional customer service and operational support.
  • Assigned daily duties, evaluated team performance, and delivered feedback aligned with company policies.
  • Assisted with store accounting records and ensured smooth processing of financial transactions.
  • Enhanced satisfaction and sales by promoting membership benefits and guiding customers.
  • Ensured all compliance and ethical standards were followed across service operations and merchandise areas.
  • Key Achievements:Increased team efficiency by implementing clear service workflows and improving issue resolution time.
    Recognized for outstanding leadership during store audits and peak shopping periods.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
  • Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring timely completion of projects and adherence to high-quality standards.
  • Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
  • Conducted regular progress reviews with individual team members to identify areas for improvement and provide guidance on career development opportunities.

Frontend Supervisor

Kroger
11.2020 - 03.2022
  • Maintained a clean and organized front-end area to ensure a pleasant shopping experience for customers.
  • Managed customer returns and exchanges efficiently, ensuring a smooth process for both customers and employees.
  • Monitored cashier performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Monitored cash drawers in Number checkout stations to verify adequate cash supply.
  • Coached and mentored team members for better performance, leading to higher levels of productivity and job satisfaction.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by effectively managing front-end operations and addressing customer concerns promptly.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by enforcing safety guidelines among team members consistently.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and local regulations through regular audits of cash registers, transaction records, and employee behaviors on duty.
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
  • Supported the Service Operations Manager in overseeing all front-end activities, including cashier performance, labor planning, and customer interaction protocols.
  • Trained and coached front-end associates on POS systems, service expectations, and company procedures to ensure consistent execution.
  • Enforced front-end policies and procedures, monitored cashier accuracy, and supported the investigation and resolution of customer disputes.
  • Collaborated with department heads and HR to manage staffing levels and maintain compliance with labor budgets and scheduling standards.
  • Ensured the front-end was organized, clean, and fully compliant with company safety guidelines and performance metrics.
  • Played a key role in enhancing the in-store experience by modeling and reinforcing core values of respect, honesty, and inclusion.

Key Achievements:

  • Reduced front-end labor costs by XX% through efficient scheduling and workload balancing.
  • Achieved 95% improvement in customer satisfaction scores (CSAT) within first year.
  • Developed and implemented new onboarding guide for cashiers, improving training time and reducing early turnover.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lincoln King High School
Detroit, MI
06.2023

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Conflict resolution
  • Customer focus
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Performance monitoring
  • Performance improvement
  • Quality control
  • Workplace safety
  • Schedule management
  • Process improvement
  • Complaint resolution
  • Operations management
  • Production monitoring
  • Employee evaluation
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Product management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Key performance indicators
  • Trend tracking
  • Influencing skills
  • POS Systems (eg, NCR, Toshiba), Scheduling Software (Kronos, Workforce Management), Microsoft Excel, Incident Reporting Tools, Inventory Management Systems

Timeline

Team Lead

Walmart
03.2022 - Current

Frontend Supervisor

Kroger
11.2020 - 03.2022

High School Diploma -

Lincoln King High School