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Douglas Grimmett

Medford,NJ

Summary

Veteran manager and leader with exceptional abilities in team leadership, tactical planning and project management. Top-notch strengths in verbal and written communication, work organization and complex problem solving. Well-versed in policy improvements, cost reductions and business operations support. Reliable and hardworking. Works autonomously or in teams to serve large numbers of customers every shift. Experience managing staff and day-to-day operations. Thriving interpersonal and multitasking skills honed in fast-paced customer-focused environment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Liquor Purchasing Manager

Wine Works
Marlton, NJ
09.2023 - Current
  • Created reports on stock movement trends to identify areas for improvement in supply chain processes.
  • Established relationships with key customers and vendors in order to maintain good business relations.
  • Examined expenditures to develop plans and budgets for increasing profits or improving services.
  • Identified opportunities to reduce cost and improve productivity.
  • Oversaw all liquor product ordering and stock maintenance.
  • Directed the use of staff to ensure product display and stock was organized throughout the store.

Warehouse/Logistics Manager

All Colors, LLC
Highland Park, New Jersey
07.2019 - 09.2023
  • Responsible for overseeing all shipping and receiving, production line workflow, workplace safety for our location as well as working in conjunction with the production manager to supervise on boarding, training, scheduling and production goals for all team members
  • Helped grow the company from a small operation of only six team members to a midsize business with over twenty-five employees
  • Regulate upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations and replacements
  • Handle day to day shipping and receiving, the specific shipping paperwork, documentation concerns as well as follow-ups with customers to confirm satisfaction with current delivery and logistical structures
  • Responsibilities also include, updating, maintaining and streamlining integrated systems for tracking production output, shipping, current stock holdings and vendor pricing
  • My team was always up to date on industry best practices for warehousing and materiel handling in order to mitigate liability for the company, ensure employee safety at all times and safeguard against production delays
  • My position was also a direct contact point for the sales and art department so that we can integrate customer requests into production in real time
  • Execute many remote events, temporary online stores and pop-up retail stores throughout the year, creating the need for me and my team to operate on short timelines with limited infrastructure when needed
  • The role I served in this company is unique, wide-ranging and crosses over several of the skill sets needed to operate a rapidly growing small business.

Business Development Representative

Sussman Consultants
Medford, New Jersey
07.2017 - 07.2019
  • Created a new, integrated sales infrastructure to be adopted by the entire company
  • Spearheaded a renewal campaign aimed at acquiring new customers, increasing revenue from existing customers and breaking into the social media landscape in order to expose our product to leaders in a variety of industries
  • Coordinated and scheduled clients social media posts, blogs, white papers and in-person events
  • Worked with Product and Tech teams to successfully launch new partnerships and develop customer relationships
  • Oversaw use and cost of server space, digital products, development and sales applications including SalesForce.

I-Man

Target Surveying LLC
West Palm Beach, FL
02.2013 - 07.2017
  • Operated as part of an independent two man crew servicing the entirety of Central Florida
  • Performed detailed and accurate Field Surveys in compliance with all company policies, procedure and state laws
  • Operated state of the art LIDAR technology along with the associated geomatic and data collection applications
  • Developed a working use of the associated applied mathematics such as linear algebra and calculus
  • Worked in communication with contractors, builders, brokers and state inspectors in order to coordinate timelines for the building of new subdivisions and commercial buildings.

Bartender

Mexican Post
Philadelphia, PA
03.2011 - 02.2013
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
  • Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
  • Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.

Bartender

Q Tequila Bar
Philadelphia, PA
03.2009 - 02.2011
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
  • Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
  • Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.

Bartender

MEX Tequila Bar
Baltimore, MD
04.2007 - 01.2009
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
  • Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
  • Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
  • Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.

Bartender

Ricks American Cafe
Barnegat Light, NJ
06.2005 - 09.2007
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
  • Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
  • Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.
  • Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
  • Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
  • Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
  • Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.

Skills

  • Warehouse distribution
  • Industrial equipment
  • Manufacturing
  • Leadership
  • Sales Experience
  • Sales Support
  • Shipping & Receiving
  • Customer service
  • Computer literacy
  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Cost Controls Familiarity
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Logistics Management
  • Staff Management
  • Wine and Liquor Expertise
  • New Hire Training
  • Customer Engagement
  • Menu Development
  • Operations Management
  • Stable Work History

References

  • Matthew Sussman, CEO, Sussman Consultants LLC, Mds@sussmanconsultants.com, (201)321-9841
  • Arnold Weinberg, Production Manager, AllColors LLC, Arnold@modernartsolutions.com, (908)208-6235
  • Eric Horning, Crew Chief, Target Surveying LLC, Erichorning76@gmail.com, (321)557-4880
  • Douglas Grimmett, 6093132769, douglasgrimmett@gmail.com, Medford, New Jersey

Timeline

Liquor Purchasing Manager

Wine Works
09.2023 - Current

Warehouse/Logistics Manager

All Colors, LLC
07.2019 - 09.2023

Business Development Representative

Sussman Consultants
07.2017 - 07.2019

I-Man

Target Surveying LLC
02.2013 - 07.2017

Bartender

Mexican Post
03.2011 - 02.2013

Bartender

Q Tequila Bar
03.2009 - 02.2011

Bartender

MEX Tequila Bar
04.2007 - 01.2009

Bartender

Ricks American Cafe
06.2005 - 09.2007

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