Eric Deason
West Jordan,UT
Summary
Decorated Grocery Manager recognized for significantly boosting sales over a multi-year period through innovative merchandising strategies. Drawing on 14 years of combined retail and food service expertise to enhance operations and service offerings. Ensured optimal inventory control procedures, overseeing ordering, stocking, and displays while minimizing waste. Highly skilled at resolving complex employee relations matters and providing supportive coaching to staff, cultivating an exceptionally high staff retention rate.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Grocery Manager
Lucky - Albertsons
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed daily operations of grocery store to meet store goals
- Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
- Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
- Setup product displays in store entrance and other sections according to merchandising standards
- Assisted in the Deli Department with expertise when needed
- Determined which items to feature on store shelves based on seasonal trends or new product offerings
- Communicated with suppliers about new products or seasonal offerings that may be of interest to customers
- Used forklift and pallet jacks to unload delivery trucks and put pallets of products on rafters
Deli Manager
Lucky - Albertsons
03.2020 - 12.2022
- Exceeded sales and gross revenue targets
- Improved department customer service scores
- Improved team morale and team work abilities
- Analyzed profit and loss statements and recommend improvements to meet department goals
- Planed and prepared work schedules
Deli Manager
Pavilions - Albertsons
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed flagship store because of high performance
- Responsible for managing double the product sales volume
- Managed catering of high profile community events and private parties of high income
- Trained new employees to meet company expectations
- Regularly scored at the top on corporate walk-throughs
- Trained, supervised and evaluated deli staff to align compliance with health and safety regulations.
Deli Manager
Pavilions - Albertsons
04.2015 - 08.2019
- Department consistently ranked in top 3 of district in increased sales and product sales
- 1 of 2 managers selected to represent company at national trade organization conference
- Managed a team of 28 people in 3 departments
- Ensured guests receive polite, friendly, and quick service from department staff
- Consistently recognized by management for meeting corporate profit targets
- Promoted to manager after 6 months of employment
Assistant Deli Manager
Pavilions - Albertsons
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Responsible for ensuring safety best practices adhered to by all employees
- Trained and supervised department associates in all deli activities, policies, and procedures
- Responsible for ensuring safety best practices adhered to by all employees
- Managed product storage, maintenance, and rotation to minimize damage/spoilage
Skills
- Training and Mentoring
- Customer Service and Assistance
- Task Delegation
- Employee Management
- Scheduling Coordination
- Inventory Management
Timeline
Grocery Manager
Lucky - Albertsons
12.2022 - 10.2023
Deli Manager
Lucky - Albertsons
03.2020 - 12.2022
Deli Manager
Pavilions - Albertsons
08.2019 - 03.2020
Deli Manager
Pavilions - Albertsons
04.2015 - 08.2019
Assistant Deli Manager
Pavilions - Albertsons
09.2014 - 04.2015
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