Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
Generic

Gregg Newport

Canton,MS

Summary

Results-driven Department Manager adept at managing day-to-day operations while addressing unique challenges faced by employees and customers. Recognized for leadership in fostering team motivation and resolving conflicts effectively. Exceptional multitasking and communication skills enhance performance in dynamic settings. Extensive experience in the industry ensures a customer-centric approach to management.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Department Manager

Costco Wholesale
Ridgeland, MS
06.2025 - Current
  • Oversaw development and training of over 20 employees within a $20 million department.
  • Contributed to team efforts that increased overall profitability by 200%.
  • Boosted net profit from $1.2 million to $3.3 million through strategic initiatives.
  • Ranked consistently among top producers in district for clothing department sales.
  • Collaborated with departments to enhance product placement and promotional strategies.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and improve departmental strategies.

Front-End Supervisor

Costco Wholesale
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Promoted sense of urgency among employees to achieve company goals.
  • Received Leader of the Quarter recognition, first awarded among 20 peers.
  • Coordinated and developed merchandise plans to enhance shopping environment.
  • Trained associates to improve member services by promoting programs.
  • Collaborated with other departments to uphold company standards throughout warehouse.
  • Communicated potential challenges and solutions to management for improved operations.

WMDO Supervisor

Costco Wholesale
06.2024 - 01.2025
  • Ensured optimal routing of daily deliveries to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
  • Maintained a 97% on-time delivery rate, surpassing Costco's 92% goal.
  • Conducted weekly meetings to analyze delivery metrics, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Communicated with members to achieve 100% satisfaction with each delivery.

Forklift Driver

Costco Wholesale
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Coordinated daily workflow to guarantee timely warehouse openings and operational readiness.
  • Operated forklifts for efficient loading and unloading, maintaining streamlined warehouse operations.
  • Conducted safety checks daily to confirm forklift equipment was in optimal condition.
  • Developed personnel to uphold Costco Culture among new employees within the organization.
  • Trained staff in Costco procedures to enhance efficiency in employee performance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Macon, GA
06-1992

Some College (No Degree) - No Degree

Georgia College
Milledgeville, GA

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Leadership abilities
  • Deadline management
  • Logistics operations
  • Customer service excellence
  • Inventory control
  • Collaborative teamwork

Certification

Google Data Analytics Certificate, Google, 10/01/22, 01/01/23

Accomplishments

  • Leader of the Quarter June 2025

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Department Manager

Costco Wholesale
06.2025 - Current

Front-End Supervisor

Costco Wholesale
01.2025 - 06.2025

WMDO Supervisor

Costco Wholesale
06.2024 - 01.2025

Forklift Driver

Costco Wholesale
01.2024 - 06.2024

High School Diploma -

Central High School

Some College (No Degree) - No Degree

Georgia College