Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Lucas DeVries

Arvada,CO

Summary

Dynamic General Store Manager at Town Pump Incorporated with a proven track record in revenue generation and team leadership. Enhanced customer satisfaction through exceptional service and effective training programs, while implementing loss prevention strategies that significantly reduced shrinkage. Skilled in inventory control and fostering a collaborative work environment to drive operational efficiency.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

General Store Manager

Town Pump Incorporated
Kalispell, MT
03.2020 - 05.2025
  • Established a positive work environment by fostering open communication and promoting teamwork among employees.
  • Managed financial aspects of the store including budgeting, expense tracking, and payroll administration for optimal cost control.
  • Optimized store layout to enhance customer flow and maximize revenue from merchandise displays.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively by addressing their concerns promptly while adhering to company policies.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, providing constructive feedback and guidance for professional development.
  • Kept inventories accurate with daily cycle counts and regular audits to identify and resolve variances.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Implemented loss prevention measures, resulting in reduced shrinkage levels and increased store security.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through exceptional service and well-trained, knowledgeable staff members.
  • Maintained a clean, safe working environment compliant with all relevant health and safety regulations.
  • Refined staffing schedules based on sales patterns, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours without excess labor costs.
  • Provided excellent customer service, promoting membership loyalty and increasing customer satisfaction rates.
  • Recruited trained, and supervised staff members, ensuring consistently high performance standards were met.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust merchandising strategies accordingly for maximum profitability.
  • Improved employee morale through regular recognition programs that rewarded top performers with incentives such as bonuses or promotions.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms on product selection, pricing, and delivery schedules.
  • Overcame challenges presented by seasonal fluctuations in business by developing innovative sales initiatives tailored to specific months or seasons.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.

22-3

UPS
Bozeman, MT
10.2018 - 05.2020

Parcel management including transportation to airport onto tarmac and into plane for transit.

Maintained lot cleanliness of vehicles and site

Package car line-up to prepare for loading shifts

Package transportation

Manager

Boone Guest Home
Pueblo, CO
02.2014 - 05.2018
  • Established a positive work environment by fostering open communication and promoting teamwork among employees.
  • Managed financial aspects of the store including budgeting, expense tracking, and payroll administration for optimal cost control.
  • Optimized store layout to enhance customer flow and maximize revenue from merchandise displays.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively by addressing their concerns promptly while adhering to company policies.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, providing constructive feedback and guidance for professional development.
  • Kept inventories accurate with daily cycle counts and regular audits to identify and resolve variances.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Implemented loss prevention measures, resulting in reduced shrinkage levels and increased store security.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through exceptional service and well-trained, knowledgeable staff members.
  • Maintained a clean, safe working environment compliant with all relevant health and safety regulations.
  • Refined staffing schedules based on sales patterns, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours without excess labor costs.
  • Provided excellent customer service, promoting membership loyalty and increasing customer satisfaction rates.
  • Recruited trained, and supervised staff members, ensuring consistently high performance standards were met.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust merchandising strategies accordingly for maximum profitability.
  • Improved employee morale through regular recognition programs that rewarded top performers with incentives such as bonuses or promotions.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms on product selection, pricing, and delivery schedules.
  • Overcame challenges presented by seasonal fluctuations in business by developing innovative sales initiatives tailored to specific months or seasons.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.

T-6

USPS
Englewood, CO
10.2015 - 10.2018

Letter carrier for USPS.

Education

Diploma -

Centennial Highschool
Pueblo, CO

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Store operations
  • Customer relations
  • Training and mentoring
  • POS systems operations
  • Employee supervision
  • Team building
  • Leadership development
  • Operations management
  • Staff management
  • Inventory control
  • Project management
  • Employee scheduling
  • Operations oversight
  • Process improvements
  • Delegation
  • Stock management
  • Inventory oversight
  • Performance analysis
  • Product merchandising
  • Talent recruitment
  • Revenue generation
  • Loss prevention
  • Profit maximization
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Friendly and positive
  • Store merchandising
  • Team motivation
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Team leadership and coaching
  • Retail inventory management
  • Customer service management
  • Strategic thinker
  • Relationship building and management
  • Operational efficiency
  • Team building and leadership
  • Goals and performance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Cash management
  • Store opening and closing
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Customer response
  • Employee training
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Accurate money handling
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Team development
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Loss prevention procedures
  • Retail merchandise quality standards
  • Payroll management
  • Opening and closing procedures
  • Recruiting and hiring
  • Staff supervision
  • Inventory management
  • Delegating work
  • Bank and safe deposits
  • Accurate cash handling
  • Bank deposit procedures
  • Operations
  • Performance reviews
  • Sales professional
  • Policies and procedures
  • POS systems
  • Program implementation
  • Risk management
  • Leading staff meetings
  • Shift scheduling
  • Merchandise planning
  • Sales expertise
  • Personnel development
  • Culture development
  • Marketing and promotions
  • Supply ordering
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Order management
  • Sales promotions
  • Advertising and marketing
  • Hourly shift management
  • Database management
  • Employee terminations
  • Mathematical aptitude

Accomplishments

Best Shrink control of 2024

Best employee Turn-around 2024

Best Cash Improvement 2024

Timeline

General Store Manager

Town Pump Incorporated
03.2020 - 05.2025

22-3

UPS
10.2018 - 05.2020

T-6

USPS
10.2015 - 10.2018

Manager

Boone Guest Home
02.2014 - 05.2018

Diploma -

Centennial Highschool
Lucas DeVries