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Holly Governale

Columbia Station,OH

Summary

Loyal team leader, that has a vast and diverse amount of experience in Giant Eagle. Experience in HR, continued as a trainer, and in various leadership positions. Able to handle conflict and serious situations. Can read and implement contractual rules. Understands importance of documentation.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr Team Leader

Giant Eagle
Middleburgh, OH
10.2020 - Current

Fostered an environment that motivated the team to achieve success

  • Supported attainment of financial goals through strategic initiatives
  • Coordinated weekly planning of schedules and workflow for operational efficiency
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability
  • Resolved customer concerns and escalated issues to store management.
  • Supported inventory checks, stock replenishment, and merchandise presentation standards
  • Enforced Giant Eagle policies, loss prevention practices, and workplace safety rules
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Store Leader

Giant Eagle
Bedford, Ohio
07.2007 - 10.2019

Safety, teamwork ,inventory, compliance ,policies and procedures ,developing tm , finances

  • Directed team members through customer service and service recovery.
  • Oversaw merchandising standards across sales floor and departments.

Front End Team Leader

Giant Eagle
Bedford, OH
09.2001 - 07.2005
  • Led Giant Eagle front end cashiers and guest service associates.
  • Trained associates on register procedures and customer service standards to enhance guest satisfaction.
  • Opened and closed service desk operations for Giant Eagle shoppers.
  • Monitored self-checkout lanes and resolved front end issues.
  • Scheduled front end coverage and adjusted staffing to align with store demand.
  • Enforced cash handling procedures and balanced register activity to maintain accuracy and security.
  • Communicated store policies to cashiers and guest service
  • Trained New Front End Leaders for their new position

Human Resources Manager

Giant Eagle
Bedford, OH
01.2000 - 01.2001
  • Managed recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding for retail store
  • Led employee relations for Store.
  • Reviewed labor laws, company policies, and union-related employee concerns.
  • Maintained personnel records, HR systems, and confidential employee files.
  • Handled sensitive employee and company information with highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
  • Encouraged open communications, promoting positive and pro-employee work environment.
  • Facilitated communication between management and staff by conducting regular meetings to discuss concerns or suggestions.
  • Resolved conflicts between different departments or personnel using sound judgment to maintain a harmonious work environment.

Ran payroll on weekly basis

Produce Leader

Giant Eagle
Bedford, OH
09.1998 - 01.2000
  • Managed produce department ordering, stocking, and merchandising for fresh presentation standards.
  • Directed Giant Eagle produce associates through daily tasks and department priorities.
  • Monitored produce quality, freshness, and rotation to support food safety standards.
  • Coordinated displays, signage, and seasonal layouts across produce cases and floor space.

Produce Clerk

Giant Eagle
Bedford, OH
04.1986 - 09.1998
  • Rotated produce inventory using first-in, first-out procedures to support freshness standards.
  • Stocked produce shelves and refrigerated displays with fresh fruits and vegetables at Giant Eagle.
  • Assisted customers with produce selection, handling, and location requests.
  • Replenished department supplies and organized backroom storage for daily operations.
  • Organized displays of fresh fruits and vegetables in the store.
  • Greeted customers and offered to help locate produce items.

Education

Burgettstown High School
Burgettstown, PA

Some College (No Degree) - Education

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA

Skills

  • Compliance monitoring
  • Reporting compliance
  • Problem solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Sr Team Leader

Giant Eagle
10.2020 - Current

Store Leader

Giant Eagle
07.2007 - 10.2019

Front End Team Leader

Giant Eagle
09.2001 - 07.2005

Human Resources Manager

Giant Eagle
01.2000 - 01.2001

Produce Leader

Giant Eagle
09.1998 - 01.2000

Produce Clerk

Giant Eagle
04.1986 - 09.1998

Burgettstown High School

Some College (No Degree) - Education

University of Pittsburgh
Holly Governale