Ethan Rodriguez
Katy,TX
Summary
Dedicated grocery replenishment specialist with a strong background in inventory management and team collaboration. Experienced in efficiently managing stock levels and resolving customer inquiries, contributing to a positive shopping experience and operational efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Grocery Replenishment Specialist
Kroger
Katy, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability on shelves.
- Monitored expiration dates and rotated products for freshness.
- Assisted in training new staff on replenishment procedures and safety protocols.
- Utilized inventory management systems to track stock movements efficiently.
- Conducted regular audits of product displays for compliance with store standards.
- Supported promotional setups by coordinating timely product placements on shelves.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels and replenished stock as needed.
- Assisted in the setup of promotional displays throughout the store.
- Resolved issues related to incorrect product placement or damaged goods.
- Used balers and pallet jacks in stockroom and on sales floor.
- Conducted regular audits of shelf conditions in order to maintain quality standards for customers.
- Accepted and reviewed numerous weekly deliveries for all grocery areas, including frozen foods, deli goods, and HBC merchandise.
- Managed daily stocking and backroom organization tasks.
- Ensured that all shelves were properly labeled, stocked, rotated, faced, priced, and signed according to company policy.
- Worked closely with store management team to identify areas needing additional merchandise or restocking.
- Reconciled discrepancies between physical inventories and computer records.
- Implemented safety procedures while working in the warehouse environment.
- Cleaned shelves and restocked with new inventory when products stock ran low.
- Examined grocery products to immediately remove from stock expired or spoiled items, adhering to "first in, first out" rule.
- Escorted customers to appropriate aisles or shelves to assist with purchasing decisions.
- Pulled items from stock using lift equipment and added to shelves or bins.
- Answered questions and inquiries per shift regarding products, prices, and availability.
Retail Sales Lead
Journeys Shoes
Katy, Texas
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted customers in selecting and purchasing footwear and accessories.
- Maintained organized and visually appealing merchandise displays on the sales floor.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales goals and maintain stock levels.
- Processed customer transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism and empathy.
- Engaged with customers to build relationships and enhance their shopping experience.
- Handled high volume sales with cash, credit and gift card transactions, balancing cash draw at end of shift with 100% accuracy rate.
- Performed cashier duties such as taking payments and processing returns and exchanges.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
Team Member
Whataburger Restaurants L&c
Katy, Texas
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in dining and kitchen areas.
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service flow.
- Followed safety guidelines for food handling and sanitation practices.
- Took customer orders accurately and processed transactions promptly.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved issues effectively.
- Operated cash registers to process payments from customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paetow High School
Katy, TX05-2024
Skills
- Inventory management
- Stock replenishment
- Product display compliance
- Cash handling
- Point-of-sale operations
- Customer relationship management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Merchandise stocking
Timeline
Grocery Replenishment Specialist
Kroger
08.2024 - Current
Retail Sales Lead
Journeys Shoes
12.2023 - 05.2024
Team Member
Whataburger Restaurants L&c
09.2022 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Paetow High School