TOP - PRODUCING MANAGER Offering 25 plus years of accomplished P & L and inventory control with a strong knowledge of the retail industry. Outstanding ability to adjust inventory decisions to maximize sales and profit, and minimize shrinkage, demonstrated through P & L and inventory management of sales of 4 million annually. Attentive to sales, vendors, and customer needs, delivering their requirements to increase sales and profits. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Leevers Supermarkets
Ewing, NJ
08.2022 - 01.2026
Led operational strategy to enhance store performance and profitability.
Developed and implemented training programs for staff, improving team efficiency.
Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust merchandising strategies accordingly.
General Manager
Family Dollar
Westampton, NJ
07.2020 - 08.2022
Responsible for the successful operation of my retail store in terms of inventory control, cycle counts, merchandising, superior customer service, training and safety procedures
Assistant Manager
Dollar General
Philadelphia, PA
01.2010 - 12.2019
Hold full recruiting task, train, develop and supervise a team of 10 accountability for planning, controlling, and directing all merchandise and inventory control activities for this national “full-line” retail organizational structure, including evaluation of departmental requirements, develop and implement strategic plans, merchandise and inventory management, and update compliance policies.
Interact extensively with customers, ensuring overall service and satisfaction. Maintain compliance with organizational
Key Contributions:
Decreased annual shrink while avoiding customer in stock issues.
Total responsibility of store profitability.
Provide strategic, operational & fiscal leadership
In charge of hiring & coaching of employees.
Maintain total customer service satisfaction.
Develop many entry-level associates to leadership positions.
Managing Partner
ACQUISITIONS AND DEVELOPMENT
Philadelphia, PA
01.2006 - 12.2016
Developed and implemented talent acquisition policies with the help of social networking sites.
Monitored off site recruitments and ensured their execution in the organization. Established planned and participated in the organization of job fairs. Oversaw the recruiting process and maintained all documents and procedures according to legal and organizational regulations.
Key Contributions:
Generated real estate investment opportunities.
Gained experience with managing & transforming multi-site residential properties into a profitable business.
Developed project strategy tailored to individual investment risk.
Selected contractors & scheduled implementation of work.
Created & implemented annual investment goals.
Education
2 years - Business Management / Finance & Law
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
06.1979
Skills
Retail Store Operations (10 years)
P&L Management (10 years)
Strategic Planning (10 years)
Process Improvements (10 years)
Staff Development & Leadership (10 years)
Inventory management (10 years)
Relationship management (10 years)
Cost Containment (10 years)
Talent Acquisition (10 years)
Business Management (10 years)
Produce Experience (2 years)
Store Management Experience (10 years)
Communication skills
Management
Customer service
Certification
Food Handler Certification
Driver's License
Timeline
General Manager
Leevers Supermarkets
08.2022 - 01.2026
General Manager
Family Dollar
07.2020 - 08.2022
Assistant Manager
Dollar General
01.2010 - 12.2019
Managing Partner
ACQUISITIONS AND DEVELOPMENT
01.2006 - 12.2016
2 years - Business Management / Finance & Law
Temple University
Custom
I am a Past Master of John S. Watson Lodge #23, Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania.