David Cook
Allegan,MI
Summary
Customer-oriented Store Manager offering over [Number] years of experience in retail operations, sales and service team leadership and profitability strategies. Organized and skilled at prioritizing daily tasks and following through to achieve performance and productivity goals. Recruits, trains, develops and manages team of store associates and assistant managers.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Science Officer
uniflora holistics
Columbia Heights, MN
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Led the design, development, and implementation of science initiatives that meet business objectives.
- Evaluated existing technologies and processes to identify areas of improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define requirements for new products or services.
- Conducted research on emerging trends in the field of science to develop innovative solutions.
- Provided expertise on scientific matters related to product development efforts.
- Coordinated with external vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
- Managed budgets for scientific projects and activities within the organization.
- Established quality assurance standards for all scientific operations conducted by the organization.
Builder Laborer
family farm and home
Benton Harbor, MI
07.2021 - 12.2022
- built lawn movers, golf carts, and mini bikes for front of store display
- answered customer questions and concerns about products
- ran forklift for truck days and stocking purposes
- cleaned and feed chickens when in season
Store Manager
h20 grow supplly
Coloma , MI
03.2012 - 07.2021
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
- Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
- Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
- Organized promotional events to increase product awareness.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
- Analyzed financial data to identify areas of improvement.
- Managed daily banking activities such as deposits and withdrawals.
- Developed relationships with suppliers to negotiate better prices.
- Updated POS system with new products and promotional offers.
- Planned special promotions or discounts based on market trends.
Education
High School Diploma -
Watervliet Highschool
Watervliet, MI08-2010
Skills
- Friendly And Positive
- Customer Assistance
- Inventory Maintenance
- Conflict Resolution
- Receiving Shipments
- Problem-Solving
- Root Cause Analysis
- Mathematical Aptitude
Affiliations
- gardening
- raising chickens and pheasant
Timeline
Chief Science Officer
uniflora holistics
01.2023 - 01.2024
Builder Laborer
family farm and home
07.2021 - 12.2022
Store Manager
h20 grow supplly
03.2012 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Watervliet Highschool