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StoreManager

John Pokriots

Summary

Results-driven retail management professional determined to exceed company sales goals. Successful at leveraging financial and marketing education to make smart purchasing and merchandising decisions. Forward-thinking in addressing and resolving concerns, optimizing policies and engaging with customers to promote loyalty and drive sales. Proficient Store Manager dedicated to hiring top-notch sales associates and maintaining smooth, efficient and highly successful store operations. Organized and effective at encouraging staff cooperation and productivity to meet and exceed objectives. Born leader and analytical problem-solver with proven team building and management success.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Tractor Supply Company
Petaluma, CA
07.2018 - Current
  • 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.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge and service requirements.

Successor Trustee of the Pokriots Family Trust

Pokriots Family Trust
Campbell, CA
01.2016 - 05.2022

The running and execution of all aspects of a Family Trust. The remodeling of my Family's two houses and other properties in the trust. Established a 5 year plan to maximize profits turning all properties into rental units and recently sold all assets and closed the trust.

Distributions to all family members and all

tax payment.

Store Manager

Michaels Arts And Crafts
Petaluma, CA
10.2008 - 01.2016
  • 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.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge and service requirements.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.

Assistant Manager

Whole Food Market
Berkeley, CA
06.2004 - 10.2008
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.d
  • Monitored security and handled incidents calmly.
  • Set and enforced policies focused on increasing team productivity and strengthening operational efficiency.
  • Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.

Education

No Degree - Psychology

Mendocino College
Ukiah, CA

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Time Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Cost Management
  • Sales Strategies
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Supply Ordering
  • Management Team-Building
  • Store Merchandising
  • Payroll Management
  • Cash Management
  • Business Leadership
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Department Oversight
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Performance Monitoring and Evaluation

Timeline

Store Manager

Tractor Supply Company
07.2018 - Current

Successor Trustee of the Pokriots Family Trust

Pokriots Family Trust
01.2016 - 05.2022

Store Manager

Michaels Arts And Crafts
10.2008 - 01.2016

Assistant Manager

Whole Food Market
06.2004 - 10.2008

No Degree - Psychology

Mendocino College
John Pokriots