Gavin Young
Salt Lake City
Summary
Dynamic retail professional with a proven track record at Kroger, excelling in inventory management and team training. Recognized for enhancing product visibility and driving sales growth through strategic merchandising. Strong communicator with multitasking abilities, committed to maintaining high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. Skilled in carpentry and electrical work.
Produce management professional with proven track record in overseeing inventory, ensuring quality standards, and optimizing sales. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring reliability and adaptability to changing needs. Expert in vendor relations, staff training, and implementing efficient processes to enhance customer satisfaction and drive profitability. Enthusiastic about contributing to dynamic team environment and delivering exceptional produce department performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Manager
Kroger
11.2024 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of produce department, ensuring quality and freshness standards were consistently met.
- Trained team members on proper handling techniques to maintain product integrity and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock turnover and minimizing waste through effective ordering processes.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate pricing and secure high-quality produce for store displays.
- Implemented merchandising strategies that enhanced product visibility and improved customer engagement in-store.
Grocery Picker
Walmart
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Packaged grocery items efficiently to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Operated packing machinery and equipment with attention to safety protocols.
- Assisted in inventory management by restocking shelves and organizing products.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline packing processes for improved workflow.
- Monitored product quality during packing to prevent damage or spoilage.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of packing area to enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained new employees on packing procedures and safety standards effectively.
- Implemented best practices for packaging that improved speed and accuracy of orders.
Assistant Store Manager
Holiday Oil
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Supervised daily store operations to ensure optimal efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques.
- Analyzed inventory levels to maintain stock accuracy and reduce shrinkage effectively.
- Implemented promotional strategies that enhanced product visibility and drove sales growth.
- Monitored financial transactions to uphold cash management protocols and minimize discrepancies.
- Developed staff schedules to optimize labor costs while maintaining service quality standards.
- Collaborated with upper management to execute strategic initiatives aligned with business goals.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, fostering a positive shopping experience for all patrons.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alta High School
Sandy, UTSkills
- Retail inventory management
- Reliability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Wood working
- Carpentry
- Electrical Work
- Ohms Law
Timeline
Produce Manager
Kroger
11.2024 - Current
Grocery Picker
Walmart
10.2023 - 10.2024
Assistant Store Manager
Holiday Oil
08.2021 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Alta High School