Brian Overturf
Huntington Beach,CA
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Buyer
Penjoyan Produce
Costa Mesa, CA
12.2011 - Current
- Analyzed market trends and consumer preferences in order to make informed purchasing decisions.
- Created reports that detailed sales performance, product turnover and cost analysis related to produce items.
- Evaluated current supply chain processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Maintained records of all purchases made as well as inventory levels of all products.
- Tracked costs associated with each purchase transaction including freight charges, taxes.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations when selecting, storing and shipping produce items.
- Developed strategies for ordering, stocking, pricing and displaying produce items.
- Assessed the quality of products purchased from vendors prior to delivery.
- Inspected shipments upon arrival at distribution centers or stores in order to verify accuracy.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers regarding availability, pricing changes or other issues affecting production.
- Conducted research to identify potential suppliers and negotiated contracts with them.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to ensure accurate storage and handling of produce items.
Grocery Manager
Sprouts Farmers Market Inc, Grocery
Huntington Beach, CA
01.2009 - 09.2011
- Ordered supplies as needed while staying within budget parameters.
- Provided feedback on employee performance reviews during annual evaluations.
- Resolved customer complaints in a courteous and professional manner.
- Organized promotional displays to maximize sales opportunities.
- Oversaw daily operations of the store including opening and closing procedures.
- Assisted customers with product selection when needed or requested.
- Developed and implemented store policies and procedures to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Managed staff of 25 grocery clerks, ensuring that duties were completed in a timely manner.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy before submitting them for processing.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate prices on products and services.
- Created strategies to increase customer loyalty through promotional campaigns.
- Conducted weekly meetings with staff members to discuss performance goals.
- Monitored inventory levels and stock shelves with new merchandise.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edison High School
Huntington Beach, CA06-1997
Skills
- Market analysis
- Cost management
- Supply chain optimization
- Inventory management
- Food safety compliance
- Vendor negotiation
- Sales reporting
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Pricing strategy
- Supplier relations
- Industry trends
- Purchasing and procurement
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Price forecasting
- Attention to detail
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Produce Buyer
Penjoyan Produce
12.2011 - Current
Grocery Manager
Sprouts Farmers Market Inc, Grocery
01.2009 - 09.2011
High School Diploma -
Edison High School
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