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Carlos Padilla

Plantation ,FL

Summary

Helpful Produce Manager experienced in produce department responsibilities, including ordering, receiving, merchandising, stocking, and hiring, and training new staff members. Dedicated to maintaining full and fresh produce department through proper rotation of products. Delights customers with freshest inventory and selection available. Detailed Produce Manager bringing Number years of produce management experience. Well-versed in communicating with customers to offer top-quality service, as well as training highly effective teams to deliver quality service and performance. Determined Job Title with success boosting productivity and streamlining procedures for organizations. Focused on smoothly overseeing financial, personnel and operational facets. Expertly balanced targets with resources and optimized long-term success. High-energy Job Title with solid background in retail environments and specialty experience in grocery management. Proficient in organizing and minimizing shrinkage of perishable goods. Skillful delegator and organizational problem-solver. Experienced with produce department operations, including inventory management and quality control. Uses effective team leadership to maintain high standards and customer satisfaction. Track record of optimizing processes to enhance efficiency and product quality.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Produce Manager

Kosher Kingdom
04.2020 - 10.2024
  • Planned attractive produce displays, using color and texture to enhance.
  • Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
  • Managed product rotation to minimize waste, optimizing freshness and quality of available goods.
  • Improved produce department efficiency by implementing streamlined inventory management processes.
  • Implemented effective merchandising techniques, leading to increased visibility of seasonal items and specialty products.
  • Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
  • Priced produce to achieve margin and sales goals.
  • Coached and mentored new team members.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries, maintaining a well-stocked produce section.
  • Maintained safety standards throughout the department, ensuring compliance with local regulations and company policies.
  • Purchased produce following guidelines of marketing plan.
  • Assisted customers with produce questions.
  • Kept department equipment in working order and advised general manager of equipment repair or replacement needs.
  • Negotiated with suppliers for favorable prices, terms, quality, and delivery.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.

Produce Manager

Aroma Kosher Market
05.2014 - 11.2019
  • Planned attractive produce displays, using color and texture to enhance.
  • Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and implementing development plans as necessary.
  • Maintained safety standards throughout the department, ensuring compliance with local regulations and company policies.
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Colegio Bachillerato Patria
Bogotá Colombia

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Retail management experience
  • Retail Inventory Management
  • Produce washing
  • Stock Rotation
  • Merchandising Strategies
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Pricing strategy
  • Display production
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Resource Management
  • Produce management
  • Purchasing functions
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Certification

forklift License

Timeline

Produce Manager

Kosher Kingdom
04.2020 - 10.2024

Produce Manager

Aroma Kosher Market
05.2014 - 11.2019

High School Diploma -

Colegio Bachillerato Patria
Carlos Padilla