Mark Jones Jr.
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Highly motivated and analytical professional with a total of 20 years experience in the Grocery retail business. Skilled in need finding, negotiating favorable terms, and maintaining effective operations. Seeking to apply this strategic thinking and analytical expertise to Network Engineering. I just received my CCNA certification and in the process of acquiring extensive hands on network technology knowledge to facilitate contribution to design, implementation, and maintenance of effective network solutions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Meat Buyer
Affiliated Foods
02.2021 - 12.2024
- Manage and order a perishable wholesale inventory valued at an average of $2,000,000, maintaining a 12% gross profit margin through different buying and inventory software (AS400 and Herlitz).
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel for advanced data analysis, including trend identification and problem-solving in procurement and inventory management.
- Effectively communicated with customers to address inquiries, resolve issues, and provide solutions on a one-on-one basis. Also disseminated information on new products, special pricing, and any supply chain challenges.
- Maintained meticulous weekly records of ad items, delivery statuses, and unusual order patterns to optimize purchasing efficiency and forecasting accuracy.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving and negotiation skills by successfully resolving a critical delivery issue with an international shrimp shipment, mitigating potential losses and ensuring customer satisfaction through proactive communication and alternative solutions.
Meat Dept Manager
United Supermarkets
10.2018 - 02.2021
- Results-Oriented Leader: Managed and trained a team of 9 in a Meat Department, consistently meeting or exceeding sales goals (average $75,000 weekly, exceeding by 10% typically, and 200% during the pandemic) while maintaining strict adherence to food safety and minimizing shrink (under 3%, and less than 0.1% during the pandemic).
- Effective Problem Solver & Communicator: Proactively addressed and resolved employee and customer conflicts, providing effective solutions and ensuring positive outcomes.
- Technologically Adaptable: Demonstrated ability to learn and implement new technologies, successfully mastering and training others on the CAO ordering program to improve efficiency and minimize shrink.
- Collaborative Team Player: Partnered with other department managers to develop cross-merchandising strategies and promotional displays, resulting in increased store traffic and sales (e.g., 30% sales increase for featured items during a taco promotion).
- Resourceful in Planning & Organization: Developed and implemented daily task lists for the team, ensuring all essential department operations were completed efficiently. Managed team schedules based on sales projections to optimize labor costs and prevent overtime.
- Analytical and Decisive: Regularly monitored team performance and identified areas for improvement.
- Adaptable to Changing Conditions: Successfully adapted to new safety protocols and procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring a safe environment for both customers and employees.
Assistant Meat Dept Manager
United Supermarkets
10.2008 - 10.2018
- Proficient in Technical Operations & Safety: Experienced in operating and maintaining various industrial meat processing machinery (hip saws, grinders, tenderizers, slicers, wrapping machines) while adhering to stringent safety protocols and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. Held a valid Food Safety Certificate.
- Skilled Trainer & Mentor: Trained numerous coworkers on essential daily tasks including meat cutting and wrapping, machinery operation, customer service, and inventory management, contributing to team development and operational efficiency.
- Provided Customer Service: Provided special cuts for customers to meet their needs such as 10LB prime rib roasts for Christmas and 12LB trimmed briskets for the 4TH of July.
Education
High School - General Studies
Palo Duro High School
Amarillo, TX05.2002
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Critical thinker
- Problem Solving
- Attention to detail
- Inventory control
- Ordering
- Purchasing
- Routing & Switching
- Subnetting
- Networking and routing protocol
- Subnetting expertise
- Technical troubleshooting
- Network configuration
Certification
CCNA, Cisco, 04/01/25, https://cp.certmetrics.com/cisco/en/public/verify/credential
Timeline
Meat Buyer
Affiliated Foods
02.2021 - 12.2024
Meat Dept Manager
United Supermarkets
10.2018 - 02.2021
Assistant Meat Dept Manager
United Supermarkets
10.2008 - 10.2018
High School - General Studies
Palo Duro High School
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