Bryan Mendoza
Los Angeles
Summary
Results-driven Grocery Buyer with expertise in strategic procurement and inventory management. Leverages knowledge of retail trends and vendor negotiations to optimize stock levels and reduce costs. Analyzes sales data to forecast demand and align purchasing strategies, enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Grocery Buyer
Erewhon
05.2025 - Current
- Regularly check inventory levels and restock items as necessary to maintain availability. This might also involve receiving deliveries and checking for quality.
- Ensuring that the produce section is well-organized, visually appealing, and stocked; Organize and replenish shelves to ensure products are well-displayed and easily accessible to customers, while adhering to company merchandising standards.
- Assist customers with questions about produce, including providing information about sourcing, storage, and preparation.
- Work with other team members to ensure smooth operations within the store and contribute to a positive shopping experience for customers.
- Maintain cleanliness in the produce section, including cleaning surfaces and ensuring that all items are displayed in a hygienic manner.
- Provide excellent customer service and knowledge about kombucha to customers.
- Stay informed about store products, promotions, and inventory to effectively assist customers and make informed recommendations.
- Conduct regular inventory audits and track stock levels to identify reorder needs; I also manage the ordering process to maintain optimal inventory levels.
Dairy Associate
Sprouts
11.2025 - 06.2026
- Monitored stock levels and rotated products to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
- Assisted with inventory counts and helped order dairy products as needed.
- Provided knowledgeable assistance to customers regarding dairy products, including product selection and dietary options.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues related to dairy products promptly.
- Organized and maintained attractive product displays to enhance visibility and appeal.
- Implemented promotional strategies for new and seasonal dairy items.
- Regularly checked expiration dates and quality of dairy products, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Reported any discrepancies in product quality to management.
Merchandising Associate
Macy's
04.2024 - 03.2025
- Ability to create attractive and effective product displays that enhance the shopping experience and drive sales.
- Proficiency in managing stock levels, conducting inventory audits, and utilizing inventory management systems to ensure product availability.
- Capability to analyze sales data, market trends, and customer feedback to make informed merchandising decisions and optimize product placement.
- Understanding of the products being sold, including features, benefits, and competitive positioning, to effectively inform customers and make merchandising decisions.
- Knowledge of upselling and cross-selling strategies to boost sales and enhance customer experiences.
- Strong interpersonal skills to engage with customers, address their needs, and provide exceptional service.
- Ability to effectively communicate with team members, management, and customers, both verbally and in writing.
- Implement visual merchandising strategies, including signage and promotional materials, to attractively showcase products.
- Assist customers by providing product information, answering questions, and offering recommendations to enhance their shopping experience.
Sales Associate (Fashion)
Curacao
10.2021 - 10.2024
- Build relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Resolved returns, exchanges, and refunds while addressing customer issues according to store policies.
- Actively participated in team efforts to reach daily sales goals, enhancing overall store performance.
- Handle Cash Transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise. Keeping the department clean and organizing the department every night to have a nice and clean opening.
- Managed returns, exchanges, and refunds while resolving customer issues in accordance with store policies.
- Organized racks and shelves to enhance store visual appeal and promote merchandise, ensuring a clean and inviting department for customers.
- Learned and perfected customer service skills and how to rightly situate any problems in between associates themselves as well as with customer.
Sales Associate (Mobility)
Curacao
06.2019 - 09.2021
Grocery/ Dairy Clerk
Northgate Market
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving complaints, and assisting with transactions to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Guided customers by answering questions, locating products, and assisting with shopping needs to create a positive shopping experience.
- Managed inventory tracking by ordering supplies, monitoring stock levels, and conducting regular inventory checks to ensure product availability.
- Process transactions accurately, handle cash, and manage receipts in accordance with company policies.
- Set up promotional displays and endcaps to highlight sales and new products, creating an inviting shopping experience.
- Follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment for both employees and customers.
- Identify issues and recommend solutions to enhance office efficiency and improve customer satisfaction.
Education
High School -
Ambassador School of Global Leadership
Skills
- Purchasing Software
- Inventory control
- Inventory Tracking
- Stocking and Receiving
- Supplier Coordination
- Product Sourcing
- Product selection
- Product Sales
- Retail operations
- Market Analysis
- Cost Management
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Proficient in Google Applications
- Bilingual Spanish
- Customer Service
- Exceptional customer service
- Client Service
- Adaptability
- Team collaboration
- Multi-tasking strength
- Problem-solving
- Problem solver
- Conflict Resolution
- Listening Skills
- Effective communicator
- Goal-Oriented
- Customer service
- Quality control
- Market Analysis
Languages
Bilingual: Spanish & English.
Timeline
Dairy Associate
Sprouts
11.2025 - 06.2026
Grocery Buyer
Erewhon
05.2025 - Current
Merchandising Associate
Macy's
04.2024 - 03.2025
Sales Associate (Fashion)
Curacao
10.2021 - 10.2024
Sales Associate (Mobility)
Curacao
06.2019 - 09.2021
Grocery/ Dairy Clerk
Northgate Market
High School -
Ambassador School of Global Leadership