Maria Farrow
Jonesville,VA
Summary
Produce Manager at Food City with a proven track record in retail inventory management and waste reduction. Expert in optimizing operations and enhancing product quality, leading to increased profitability. Strong team leader skilled in staff management and problem-solving, fostering a collaborative environment that drives results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Manager
Food City
Pennington Gap, VA
05.2020 - Current
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and reduce waste.
- Trained team members on best practices for produce handling and storage techniques.
- Monitored sales trends to adjust ordering and stock levels accordingly.
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss performance metrics and operational improvements.
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Maintained safety standards throughout the department, ensuring compliance with local regulations and company policies.
- Conducted regular inventory audits, addressing discrepancies and minimizing shrinkage due to theft or spoilage.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Trained staff on proper handling and storage techniques to maintain product integrity.
- Oversaw daily produce operations, ensuring optimal product quality and freshness.
- Improved produce department efficiency by implementing streamlined inventory management processes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lee High School
Jonesville, VANo Degree - Accounting
Mountain Empire
Big Stone Gap, VASkills
Customer service
Retail management experience
Retail inventory management
Teamwork and collaboration
Computer skills
Self motivation
Timeline
Produce Manager
Food City
05.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Lee High School
No Degree - Accounting
Mountain Empire