David Perez
Camas,WA
Summary
Accomplished Store Manager with 34 years of experience in large format retail settings. I enjoy teaching, coaching and creating an inclusive business culture for the overall development of associates and management team to learn and grow. Dynamic leader, focused on a results-oriented team. Expert in operational processes and root cause analysis. Equipped to manage and improve multiple locations with market-savvy, proactive approaches. Talents include recognizing skill and leadership qualities, developing future managers and optimizing back-end operations. Proven sales expert with solid background capitalizing on opportunities and driving growth.
Experienced with designing and delivering impactful training strategies across multiple districts. Utilizes effective communication and leadership techniques to foster productive learning environment. Track record of enhancing team performance and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
District Training Manager
Big Lots
03.2006 - 02.2025
- District Trainer Washington and Oregon
- Responsible for all aspects of the business including Staffing, HR Management, Payroll, Shrink Control, Scheduling, Managing and Maximizing the financial opportunities of the location.
- Maintained high store standards in merchandising, security and visual presentation.
- Oversaw employee recruiting, onboarding and training on store procedures.
- Identified new opportunities to increase sales and achieve store targets.
- Collaborated with management to identify training needs and develop appropriate solutions.
Grocery Manager
Albertsons
04.1990 - 02.2006
- Supervision and Training:Leading and mentoring grocery department staff, providing guidance, feedback, and conducting performance evaluations.
- Inventory Management:Monitoring stock levels, ordering products, ensuring proper storage and rotation, and preventing loss due to out-of-code items or spoilage.
- Sales and Merchandising:Implementing sales strategies, ensuring proper product displays, and contributing to the overall merchandising efforts of the department.
- Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
- Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
- Coordinated with other departments for smooth cross-functional collaboration, enhancing overall store performance.
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Engaged customers and provided very high level of service and support, helping find desired products and items.
Skills
- Training evaluation
- Sales training
- Staff development
- Coaching and mentoring
- Employee engagement
- Customer service training
- Diversity and inclusion
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- New hire on-boarding
- Leadership development
Timeline
District Training Manager
Big Lots
03.2006 - 02.2025
Grocery Manager
Albertsons
04.1990 - 02.2006
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