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Madde-Lynne Horton
Vallejo,CA
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Management & Sales and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills & proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, & results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions & advancing organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Liquor Buyer/Merchandiser
Safeway District 2
11.2023 - Current
- In a lateral move I pivoted my career towards the sales & merchandising side of the business
- I communicate with & take direction from account personnel, management, sales representatives & delivery personnel on a regular basis
- Analyzed sales & inventory data to determine purchasing needs & reorder points.
- Build displays that meet supplier & company guidelines throughout the district & show stores
- Work with sales representative & chain division to execute & merchandise all monthly chain programs
- Assist sales representatives with rebates & coupons within assigned accounts as needed
- Attend product & business training sessions and sales meetings as needed
- Reviews MicroStrategy reports to best determine movements on items within subcategories, to make the best business decision on display and shelf qualities.
- Arranged consistent shelves, bins, & racks at 18 locations by following established planograms.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms & conditions for the company's benefit.
Assistant / Relief Store Director
Safeway District 2
11.2013 - Current
- Accomplishing cross training in all departments quickly led to my growth as Assistant / Relief Store Director
- The role is responsible for the training, supervision & mentoring of all store associates in product knowledge, sales & marketing techniques to reduce profit loss & ensure a valued customer experience
- Management administration duties include but are not limited to Asset Protection, Risk Management & mediating Human Resource & Workers Compensation cases, while ensuring that departments are in compliance with company policies
- Accounting for more than 70 million dollars in annual sales, I am responsible for departmental bookkeeping, regulating cashflow & submitting financial reports direct to regional management
- Working throughout the district to follow sales trends & seasonal rotation, I construct displays & adjust store merchandising to maximize profitability
- Proficient with EBITA, P&L, CX surveys, weekly profiles & inventory shrink impact.
Taproom Supervisor
Mare Island Brewing Company
02.2020 - 11.2023
- The Taproom Supervisor role involves extensive product knowledge, in-depth understanding of company & local history to perpetuate authentic hospitality & produce an atmosphere that promotes returning clientele
- I conduct money handling, bookkeeping, daily status reports, inventory management & supply ordering
- Presiding over both the front & back of house departments, delegation & communication are necessary to ensure the ownership's highest standards of service
- Prior to & after public hours of operation I oversee sanitation guidelines, equipment handling & security protocols
- I assist in organizing & conducting private & special events at multiple company locations & local community fundraisers.
- Recruited, hired and trained staff on bar practices, customer service standards, and productivity strategies, providing 39% improvement over prior onboarding process.
Unit Coordinator
Y.M.C.A of Silicon Valley
05.2012 - 08.2013
- I was responsible for the development of the syllabus & core curriculum for the development of youth theater skill & team building exercises
- Managed medical emergencies calmly & effectively while activating appropriate codes according to hospital policy; ensuring prompt response from specialized personnel.
- Promoted to 'Unit Coordinator' I directed several youth & young adult programs, personally responsible for supervising groups of up to 300.
Education
Sociology BA -
New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM01.2014
High School Diploma -
Angelo Rodriguez High School
Fairfield, CA01.2012
Skills
- Purchase Order Management
- Relationship Building
- Multi-tasking strength
- Materials sourcing
- Purchasing expertise
- Inventory Oversight
- Financial Planning
- Merchandising operations
Certification
- Food Handler Safety
- RBS Certification
- Western Union Agent
- Money Order Certified
- Forklift Certified
References
Professional and personal references available upon request.
Interests
Animal
Rowing
Timeline
Liquor Buyer/Merchandiser
Safeway District 2
11.2023 - Current
Taproom Supervisor
Mare Island Brewing Company
02.2020 - 11.2023
Assistant / Relief Store Director
Safeway District 2
11.2013 - Current
Unit Coordinator
Y.M.C.A of Silicon Valley
05.2012 - 08.2013
Sociology BA -
New Mexico Highlands University
High School Diploma -
Angelo Rodriguez High School
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