Laura Jimenez Burroughs
Brooklyn
Summary
Accomplished Produce Manager with a proven track record at Key Food Supermarket, enhancing profitability through waste reduction and workflow optimization. Skilled in retail inventory management and bilingual communication, I excel in leadership, problem-solving, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Demonstrated success in training teams for peak performance and customer satisfaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Manager
Key Food Supermarket
01.2022 - Current
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Trained and supervised produce staff for optimal performance and adherence to company policies.
- Maintained produce display, and prep and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
- Managed product rotation to minimize waste, optimizing freshness and quality of available goods.
Produce Manager
Aron's West Orange
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Coached and mentored new team members.
- Maintained safety standards throughout the department, ensuring compliance with local regulations and company policies.
- Purchased produce following guidelines of marketing plan.
- Maintained produce area and kept produce storage area clean and sanitary.
- Selected items for specials and marked down items to reduce losses.
Produce Manager
Food Emporium
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Trained and supervised produce staff for optimal performance and adherence to company policies.
- Maintained produce display, and prep and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
Produce Manager/Assistant to the General Manager
Food Town Supermarket
01.2015 - 06.2019
- Trained and supervised produce staff for optimal performance and adherence to company policies.
- Maintained produce display, and prep and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service and consistent delivery of high-quality products.
Produce Manager
Market Place
09.2013 - 12.2014
- Trained and supervised produce staff for optimal performance and adherence to company policies.
- Maintained produce display, and prep and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service and consistent delivery of high-quality products.
Assistant Produce Manager
Met Foods
07.2009 - 09.2013
- Continuously improved processes and procedures within the department to maximize efficiency, reduce waste, and increase overall profitability.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by stepping into management roles when necessary, ensuring smooth operations in the absence of a manager.
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Conducted daily inspections of received goods to ensure freshness and quality, addressing any discrepancies or concerns immediately with suppliers.
Education
No Degree - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Universidad Autonoma De Santo Domingo
Dominican Republic06.2009
Skills
- Customer Service
- Retail management experience
- Retail Inventory Management
- Waste Reduction
- Purchasing and planning
- Administration and management
- Budget Adherence
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Computer Skills
- Bilingual (English-Spanish)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Produce Manager
Key Food Supermarket
01.2022 - Current
Produce Manager
Aron's West Orange
01.2021 - 12.2021
Produce Manager
Food Emporium
06.2019 - 08.2020
Produce Manager/Assistant to the General Manager
Food Town Supermarket
01.2015 - 06.2019
Produce Manager
Market Place
09.2013 - 12.2014
Assistant Produce Manager
Met Foods
07.2009 - 09.2013
No Degree - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Universidad Autonoma De Santo Domingo
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