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Brandon Bostocky

Lillington,NC

Summary

Dynamic retail professional with extensive experience at The Fresh Market, excelling in creative merchandising and customer engagement. Proven track record in enhancing store performance through innovative display techniques and analytical problem-solving. Skilled in Photoshop, fostering team collaboration, and driving continuous improvement to elevate customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Store Manager

Food Lion
12.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.
  • Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations of team members while providing constructive feedback resulting in enhanced productivity levels.

Grocery Manager

Food Lion
04.2024 - 12.2024
  • Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
  • Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
  • Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
  • Enhanced store presentation through regular merchandising updates and innovative display techniques.

Merchandising Execution Manager

The Fresh Market
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Improved merchandising execution by implementing effective strategies and innovative display techniques.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the merchandising team, fostering a culture of innovation and adaptability in response to evolving market demands.
  • Enhanced store appearance and customer experience through regular merchandising updates and maintenance.
  • Implemented visual guidelines, ensuring consistent brand representation throughout the store environment.

Store Manager

The Fresh Market
03.2021 - 08.2023
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.

Assistant Store Manager

The Fresh Market
02.2020 - 03.2021
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.

New Store Opening Leader

Earth Fare, Inc.
07.2018 - 02.2020
  • Travel to multiple locations to train team members prior to and after grand openings.
  • Responsible for having store ready for opening by deadline date.
  • Opened 11 stores in the course of 18 months and remodeled/soft opened 3 existing stores.
  • Responsible for passing initial health department, food safety, agricultural, and fire audits prior to opening green-light.

Department Manager

The Fresh Market
07.2012 - 06.2018
  • Oversaw inventory management processes, maintaining optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and losses due to shrinkage or obsolescence.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless coordination in achieving company-wide objectives.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates through attentive service, prompt issue resolution, and continuous process improvements.
  • Maintained a professional work environment by addressing conflicts proactively and fostering open communication among staff members.

Education

No Degree - Biological Sciences

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA

Skills

  • Analytical problem-solving
  • Creative Merchandising
  • Customer service and engagement
  • Photoshop Expert Knowledge

Timeline

Assistant Store Manager

Food Lion
12.2024 - Current

Grocery Manager

Food Lion
04.2024 - 12.2024

Merchandising Execution Manager

The Fresh Market
08.2023 - 03.2024

Store Manager

The Fresh Market
03.2021 - 08.2023

Assistant Store Manager

The Fresh Market
02.2020 - 03.2021

New Store Opening Leader

Earth Fare, Inc.
07.2018 - 02.2020

Department Manager

The Fresh Market
07.2012 - 06.2018

No Degree - Biological Sciences

University of Pittsburgh

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