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Joe Janusz

Metamora,IL

Summary

Goal-oriented Store Manager with 30+ years of experience in inventory management, replenishment and merchandising.

Hardworking Merchandiser skilled in order fulfillment, warehouse processes and inventory management.

Driven and team-oriented with good sense of business and customer needs.

Determined professional with dedication to hard work and team player attitude. Offers strong inventory management and product packaging abilities.

Reliable and dependable with demonstrated success in contributing to team objectives.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Parts Specialist

Altorfer-Caterpillar
East Peoria, IL
01.2022 - Current
  • Organized parts storage and stocked inventory according to established guidelines.
  • Adhered to company guidelines for performance and compliance.
  • Pulled parts to fulfill ordered tractor and truck parts.
  • Then parts are being shipped using LTD trucking, UPS or Fed-Ex. to their destinations.
  • I also handle the returns of the warranty products from Altorfer facility back to Caterpillar.
  • Utilized scanning tools to re-instate returned products into the system for sale.

Frozen Food Department Manager

Krogers Grocery Store
East Peoria, IL
07.2021 - 11.2021
  • Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Created organization systems for inventory control, merchandising, financial reports and schedules, dramatically increasing operational efficiency.
  • Completed daily inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
  • Increased sales revenues by promoting complementary products and educating customers about store promotions.
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales by 9%.
  • Built relationships with current customers to maintain goodwill and gain additional business. Creating very positive customer feedback.

3rd Shift Grocery Worker

Kroger
Washington , IL
04.2020 - 07.2021
  • Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.
  • Unloaded daily delivery trucks using equipment such as Pallet Jacks and 2-Wheelers to quickly remove and stage products.
  • Operated manual and electric pallet jacks, safely relocating heavy merchandise on sales floor for timely stocking.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in/first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting and stocking merchandise.
  • Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
  • Volunteered to assist Store management with Seasonal transitions projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.

Store Manager

Office Depot
Peoria, IL
05.2005 - 04.2018
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge and service requirements.
  • Oversaw and improved warranty sales/ computer repair sales worth over $ 200,000 per year through efficient coordination of daily operations.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue with company reports.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control and store use, opening and closing.
  • Kept inventories accurate with daily cycle counts and total store audits and inventory to identify and resolve variances.
  • Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
  • Protected store from loss or theft by setting and enforcing clear security policies.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired staff members who brought talent, enthusiasm and experience to skilled team of Job Titles.
  • Scheduled and led weekly store meetings for all employees to discuss sales promotions and new inventory while providing platform for all to voice concerns.
  • Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels.
  • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain efficiency and responsiveness to demands.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, increasing customer satisfaction ratings 11%.
  • Completed all point of sale opening and closing procedures, including counting contents of cash register.
  • Established and administered annual budget with effective controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
  • Increased profits through effective skill training and troubleshooting profit loss areas.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.

Education

High School Diploma -

Merrillville High School
Merrillville, IN
06.1986

Skills

  • Stocking and replenishing
  • Security Monitoring
  • Customer relationships
  • Performance improvement
  • Product and service sales
  • Safety processes and procedures
  • Order fulfillment
  • Inventory management/ Audits
  • Forklift safety and operations
  • Time management
  • Loss prevention
  • Organization Skills
  • Shipping/ Receiving
  • P&L Management
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Purchasing and procurement

Timeline

Parts Specialist

Altorfer-Caterpillar
01.2022 - Current

Frozen Food Department Manager

Krogers Grocery Store
07.2021 - 11.2021

3rd Shift Grocery Worker

Kroger
04.2020 - 07.2021

Store Manager

Office Depot
05.2005 - 04.2018

High School Diploma -

Merrillville High School

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