Bennett Rott
West Fargo
Summary
Results-driven Grocery Manager with proven expertise in inventory management, vendor relations, and team leadership. Adept at enhancing operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Grocery Manager
Hornbachers
West Fargo
02.2019 - 11.2025
- Managed daily operations of grocery department ensuring efficient stock levels.
- Oversaw team performance and provided training for new staff members.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Organized promotional events to boost sales and customer engagement.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
Floor Lead
Dakota Molding
Fargo
10.2011 - 10.2018
- I drove a truck and worked in shipping and logistics for the first couple of years, then moved to the floor lead position for the remaining years.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Responsible for training and supervising staff on the floor.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections on merchandise.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
Warehouse Foreman
Malme Supply
Fargo
08.2008 - 09.2011
- Shipping and Handling. Loading and unloading trucks.
- Supervised daily warehouse operations and staff assignments.
- Coordinated inventory management and stock replenishment activities.
- Maintained accurate records of shipments and deliveries.
Warehouse Manager
Rott-Keller Co.
Fargo
07.1994 - 08.2008
- Worked on all aspects of the business, from cleaning and sweeping to debit collection, and running the warehouse of a 155,000 sq. ft. building.
- Managed inventory levels, coordinating stock replenishment and organization processes.
- Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.
- Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
- Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors, and transport companies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fargo South High
Fargo05-1991
Some College (No Degree) - Buisness
St Marys
Winona, MN01-1991
Skills
- Inventory management
- Merchandising strategies
- Sales forecasting
- Compliance standards
- Vendor relations
- Ordering of products
- Effective communication
- Teamwork
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Grocery Manager
Hornbachers
02.2019 - 11.2025
Floor Lead
Dakota Molding
10.2011 - 10.2018
Warehouse Foreman
Malme Supply
08.2008 - 09.2011
Warehouse Manager
Rott-Keller Co.
07.1994 - 08.2008
High School Diploma -
Fargo South High
Some College (No Degree) - Buisness
St Marys