John Murphy
Summary
Talented Retail Grocery Store Manager well-versed in stocking and planning promotional displays. Exemplified success in collaborating with merchandising team to create and deploy successful strategies for seasonal and promotional needs. Determined professional with dedication to hard work and team player attitude. 32 year experience working with merchandising venders to maximize product profitability.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
Food City
10.2014 - Current
- Maintained excellent vendor relationships which facilitated smooth supply chain operations enabling better inventory control.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Implemented loss prevention tactics to deter thefts while maintaining a welcoming environment for all customers.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
Sales Associate
Lowes
02.2012 - 05.2014
- Utilized cross-selling techniques to introduce customers to complementary products, increasing average transaction size.
- Operated light trucks to deliver loads as far as 50 miles from home location.
- Maintained stock of items, cleanliness, organization, and provided excellent customer service.
Store Manager
Food Lion
07.1992 - 02.2012
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Collaborated with other managers to develop company-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall performance across all locations.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies by regularly reviewing store procedures and taking corrective measures when necessary.
Electronics Systems Instructor
United States Air Force
12.1981 - 07.1992
- Performed testing and measurements on electronic components on ground based guidance systems to verify compliance.
- Led preventative maintenance and inspections on ground base guidance systems to limit electrical issues.
- Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with United States Air Force mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
Education
Associate of Science - Electronics Technology
Golf Coast Community College
Golf Port, MSAssociate of Science - Teaching
Golf Cost Community College
Golf Port, MSAssociate of Science - Management Science
Golf Coast Community College
Golf Port, MSSkills
- Store Organization
- Database Management
- Inventory Management
- Staff training/development
- Problem-Solving
- Customer Service and Engagement
- Stock management
- Loss Prevention
- Human Resources
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
Food City
10.2014 - Current
Sales Associate
Lowes
02.2012 - 05.2014
Store Manager
Food Lion
07.1992 - 02.2012
Electronics Systems Instructor
United States Air Force
12.1981 - 07.1992
Associate of Science - Electronics Technology
Golf Coast Community College
Associate of Science - Teaching
Golf Cost Community College
Associate of Science - Management Science
Golf Coast Community College