Brittany Gall
Harleysville,PA
Summary
Energetic Produce Manager experienced in supervising responsible employees and communicating produce needs. Talented at organizing logistical foundations and maintaining sales, budgets, scheduling, and inventory. Top merchandiser. Best in leadership and training. Won produce manager of the year through the IFPA (International Floral & Produce Association), an award given for managers across the country.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Manager
Hennings Market
Harleysville, PA
03.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented systems to optimize inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels of produce.
- Monitored and maintained quality standards for all produce items, ensuring freshness and safety compliance.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends in customer purchasing habits, optimizing product selection accordingly.
- Supervised staff members in the produce department, delegating tasks and training new employees.
- Evaluated vendor performance to ensure timely delivery and competitive pricing of products.
- Performed regular audits of perishables to guarantee shelf life and reduce spoilage costs.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure proper merchandising of produce items throughout store locations.
- Created promotional displays for seasonal or special occasions, increasing sales volume through marketing efforts.
- Established relationships with local farmers and suppliers to secure high-quality organic fruits and vegetables at reasonable prices.
- Maintained records of purchases, storage temperatures, deliveries, invoices., for accuracy in financial reporting.
- Conducted weekly inventories to track shrinkage losses due to expiration dates or mishandling by staff.
- Built relationships with vendors through frequent communication regarding orders and shipments.
- Ensured compliance with health codes pertaining to sanitation practices within the produce department.
- Organized weekly meetings with team members to discuss goals and objectives related to job performance.
- Reviewed daily sales reports identifying areas where sales are low so corrective action can be taken quickly.
- Participated in trade shows and industry events as a representative of the company's produce department.
- Received produce deliveries and unloaded produce.
- Trained and coached new team members.
- Maximized profit by coordinating efficient team workflows, minimizing waste and controlling shrinkage.
- Coordinated efficient restocking of grocery merchandise to meet customer needs and promote consistent sales.
- Replenished, rotated and culled displays several times daily.
- Assisted customers with produce questions and special orders.
- Maintained comprehensive compliance with workplace and food safety standards to protect staff and customers.
- Trimmed, washed, and bundled produce.
- Maintained department equipment and advised general manager of equipment repair needs.
- Planned attractive displays, replenishing purchased items to maintain eye-catching appearance.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Provided clear, attractive and consistent signage.
- Lead by example and took responsibility for all actions drive culture of performance excellence.
- Drove consistent grocery sales with effective merchandising and promotions implementation.
- Conducted performance evaluations and recommended pay increases within department's budget.
- Priced produce to achieve margin and sales goals while maintaining competitive pricing profile.
- Facilitated effective communication between customers and associates to encourage positive, team-based atmosphere.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
- Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
Produce Manager
Giant Food Stores
Harleysville, PA
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Developed and implemented systems to optimize inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels of produce.
- Monitored and maintained quality standards for all produce items, ensuring freshness and safety compliance.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends in customer purchasing habits, optimizing product selection accordingly.
Organic Food Manager
Giant Food Stores
Souderton, Pennsylvania
07.2013 - 05.2017
- Assisted in the development and implementation of food safety policies and procedures.
- Monitored the temperature of all food storage areas to ensure proper cooling and freezing temperatures were maintained.
- Ensured compliance with all local health department regulations, including sanitation standards, labeling requirements, and pest control activities.
Pricing Coordinator
Giant Food Stores
Plumsteadville, Pennsylvania
02.2009 - 07.2013
- Reviewed customer contracts and identified pricing discrepancies.
- Developed strategies to effectively manage pricing structures for various products and services.
- Created detailed reports of pricing adjustments, discounts, and promotions.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all pricing changes within the organization's system.
Front End Clerk
Giant Food Stores
Hellertown, Pennsylvania
07.2004 - 02.2009
- Greeted customers and provided customer service.
- Assisted customers in locating items throughout the store.
- Operated cash register to process payments from customers.
Skills
- Produce health
- Purchasing and planning
- Vendor liaison
- Display production
- Inventory counting
- Merchandising strategies
- Department supervision
- Inventory replenishment
- Budget adherence
- Department leadership
- Display replenishment
- Customer service
- Promotional planning
- Retail inventory management
- Retail management experience
- Ordering procedures
- Produce management
- Product merchandising
- Quality control analysis
- Display creation
- Retail management background
Timeline
Produce Manager
Hennings Market
03.2020 - Current
Produce Manager
Giant Food Stores
05.2017 - 03.2020
Organic Food Manager
Giant Food Stores
07.2013 - 05.2017
Pricing Coordinator
Giant Food Stores
02.2009 - 07.2013
Front End Clerk
Giant Food Stores
07.2004 - 02.2009
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