Dustin Belus
Saint Petersburg,FL
Summary
Cultivated positive work environments that empower employees to excel. Analyzed competitive landscape to inform strategic decision-making. Pursuing a leadership role that prioritizes commitment and diligence. Leveraged over 20 years of expertise in the retail sector.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Representative
Breakthru Beverage Group
05.2019 - Current
- Build strong, professional relationships through identification of client needs, which increase overall sales and opportunities.
- Collaborate with retailers to strengthen product exposure with optimal locations, shelf positions and signage.
- Conducts site visits to assess needs, demonstrate products and recommend strategic solutions for customer requirements.
- Implements professional sales presentations to creatively communicates product quality and market comparisons.
- Calls on accounts and covers daily routes by creating an established and efficient routing pattern.
- Maintains product level in accounts by taking inventory of products and ordering based on demand and season.
- Presents professional appearance at all times and assists with product placement and visual merchandising tasks.
- Capitalizes on growth and expanded opportunities by maintaining thorough and current knowledge of all products, competitive offerings and market developments.
- Creats and implements store displays, promoting sales and growth.
Merchandiser (Genesis)
Breakthru Beverage Group
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Upheld stock levels and proper pricing for multiple accounts and product lines.
- Arranged items in favorable positions and areas of the store for optimal sales.
- Displayed appropriate signage for products and sales promotions.
- Properly coupon product when applicable to show value and increase sales.
- Focused on proper shelf conditions on all products.
- Built effective relationships with each store to develop superior customer satisfaction.
- Maximized potential for sales cycle success through effective promotions placement and eye-catching product displays.
Assistant Store Manager
Publix Supermarkets
08.2008 - 08.2018
- Recruited, interviewed and hired individuals demonstrating passion, dedication and added value to the team.
- Immediately addressed problems with customers to promote a quick and successful resolution.
- Managed scheduling for store shifts to ensure proper staffing at all times.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify opportunities, develop timely solutions and create action plans.
- Led teams in the planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operating initiatives.
- Assisted in the overall day-to-day operations of the store including continuous development of effective store associates to achieve desired sales and results.
- Demonstrated company core values as role model, with a focus on respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.
- Managed housekeeping, inventory procedures and shrink opportunities for the store in a timely manner.
- Monitor weekly profit & loss reports and make improvements to reach or exceed goals.
Loss Prevention Specialist
Best Buy
05.2007 - 03.2009
- Monitored access control systems, including CCTV systems for theft.
- Developed and implemented programs to assist in reducing theft.
- Identified potential shoplifters and alerted management.
- Communicated shrink and theft opportunities to management.
- Engaged with customers in a sincere and friendly manner.
- Processed and logged accurate and detailed incident reports.
Grocery Manager
Albertsons
01.1999 - 08.2008
- Analyzed the store's inventory and ordered merchandise and products when stock levels were low.
- Developed, implemented and tracked marketing and promotional strategies to strengthen long-term business success and meet demanding objectives while maintaining budgetary guidelines.
- Monitored supplier operations to verify quality, delivery schedule maintenance and conformance with contract specifications to maximize business efficiency and cost controls.
- Assessed the store, ensuring that it looked clean and inviting at all times and checked that store shelves were adequately and properly stocked.
- Promoted a positive workplace environment for all team members by introducing an employee rewards program and communicating effectively.
- Distributed daily tasks to the appropriate employees and checked to ensure that all duties were completed within expected time frames.
- Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences.
- Verified that all merchandising standards were maintained on a daily basis.
- Unloaded trucks, stocked shelves and carried merchandise out on the floor for customers.
- Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for the entire store.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Petersburg High School
Saint Petersburg, FLGas/Diesel Tech
Diesel Institute of America
Tampa, FLSkills
- Oversaw customer experience initiatives to enhance satisfaction and loyalty
- Directed training and mentoring programs for staff to foster professional growth
- Managed product ordering systems to optimize inventory levels
- Supervised employee performance and development to ensure high standards
- Resolved issues and conflicts effectively to maintain a positive work environment
- Led product display oversight to maximize visual merchandising impact Coordinated inventory merchandising strategies to improve sales Implemented excellent time management practices to enhance operational efficiency
- Developed sales and marketing strategies to increase revenue
- Cultivated a strong work ethic among team members to promote a positive work environment
- Championed business initiatives to support strategic goals
Timeline
Sales Representative
Breakthru Beverage Group
05.2019 - Current
Merchandiser (Genesis)
Breakthru Beverage Group
10.2018 - 05.2019
Assistant Store Manager
Publix Supermarkets
08.2008 - 08.2018
Loss Prevention Specialist
Best Buy
05.2007 - 03.2009
Grocery Manager
Albertsons
01.1999 - 08.2008
High School Diploma -
St. Petersburg High School
Gas/Diesel Tech
Diesel Institute of America