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Grant Thees

Columbus,IN

Summary

Dynamic retail professional with extensive experience at Aldi and Ruler Foods, excelling in team leadership and inventory management. Proven track record of enhancing store performance through strategic sales analysis and effective employee training. Recognized for improving customer satisfaction and optimizing store operations to drive sales growth.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Store Manager

Aldi
Bloomington, Indiana
11.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in daily store operations and ensured smooth workflow among staff.
  • Managed inventory levels and coordinated restocking of merchandise to meet demand.
  • Trained new employees on store policies, procedures, and customer service standards.
  • Monitored sales performance and collaborated with management on improvement strategies.
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
  • Supervised a team of employees and provided ongoing training to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Provided leadership support during peak business hours by motivating staff members to meet targets.
  • Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct issues impacting store appearance or professionalism.

Field Merchandising Execution Specialist

Ruler Foods
Seymour, IN
07.2024 - 11.2025
  • Directed creation of store-specific planograms for 46 locations.
  • Managed five store resets, developing efficient customer-friendly layouts.
  • Managed a team of five plus to quickly complete store resets.
  • Analyzed market prices on fast-moving items, and adjusted company retails to hit sales goals.

Assistant Store Manager

Ruler Foods
09.2023 - 07.2024
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures, and recommended changes to enhance the efficiency of daily activities.
  • Managed inventory levels and coordinated restocking of merchandise to meet demand.
  • Coordinated team schedules and delegated tasks to optimize staff efficiency each shift.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness, and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.
  • Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
  • Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels, and compiled financial data in compliance with the budget.
  • Assisted in daily store operations and ensured smooth workflow among staff.

Shift Manager

Ruler Foods
06.2022 - 09.2023
  • Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
  • Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.

Skills

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  • Team leadership
  • Customer service
  • Inventory management
  • Employee training
  • Sales analysis
  • Store operations
  • Loss prevention
  • Pricing and markdowns
  • Workforce management
  • Employee coaching

Accomplishments

Selected by Ruler Foods to participate in the Food Industry Organization's "Future Leaders Xperience", a prestigious course that gathers the best of the industry's leadership to discuss and learn more about what it means to lead.

Certification

CAD Certification: High-School Level

Retail Management Certification: Partial

Future Leaders Certification: Complete

Timeline

Assistant Store Manager

Aldi
11.2024 - Current

Field Merchandising Execution Specialist

Ruler Foods
07.2024 - 11.2025

Assistant Store Manager

Ruler Foods
09.2023 - 07.2024

Shift Manager

Ruler Foods
06.2022 - 09.2023

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