DEMETRIUS YANCEY
Memphis,TN
Summary
Results-driven Whole Foods Market leader with experience in seafood, meat, purchasing, inventory control, team development, food safety, merchandising, and customer service. Progressively promoted from Meat Cutter to Meat Order Writer, Seafood Order Writer, and currently Seafood Associate Team Leader (ATL). Proven ability to drive sales, reduce shrink, maintain regulatory compliance, and lead high-performing teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Seafood Associate Team Leader (ATL)
WHOLE FOODS MARKET
01.2022 - Current
- Promoted through multiple leadership and operational roles including Meat Cutter, Meat Order Writer, Seafood Order Writer, and Seafood ATL.
- Support daily department operations, team accountability, labor management, food safety compliance, and sales growth.
- Manage purchasing, inventory levels, merchandising standards, and shrink reduction initiatives.
- Coach and develop team members while maintaining high customer service standards.
- Ensure compliance with Whole Foods Market standards, USDA guidelines, and food safety requirements.
Produce Manager
THE FRESH MARKET
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Led a team of six employees and managed all aspects of department operations.
- Controlled inventory, ordering, merchandising, shrink, and department presentation.
- Consistently maintained high standards for cleanliness, quality, and customer experience.
Promotions & Marketing Specialist
iHEARTMEDIA
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Led event teams, coordinated promotions, and managed customer engagement initiatives.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to execute successful brand campaigns.
Education
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TNSkills
Team Leadership
P&L Awareness
Inventory Management
Purchasing & Order Writing
Seafood Operations
Meat Operations
Food Safety & HACCP
Merchandising
Shrink Control
Training & Development
Customer Experience
Scheduling & Labor Management
TARGET ROLES
- Seafood Team Leader
- Meat Team Leader
- Associate Store Team Leader
- Store Leadership
- Operations Leadership
- Retail Management
Timeline
Seafood Associate Team Leader (ATL)
WHOLE FOODS MARKET
01.2022 - Current
Produce Manager
THE FRESH MARKET
01.2018 - 01.2022
Promotions & Marketing Specialist
iHEARTMEDIA
01.2012 - 01.2018
Southwest Tennessee Community College