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Michael OMara

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Customer-oriented store manager offering several years of experience in retail operations, sales and service team leadership and profitability strategies. Organized and skilled at prioritizing daily tasks and following through to achieve performance and productivity goals. Recruits, trains, develops and manages team of store associates and assistant managers.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Director

Aj's fine foods
Scottdale, AZ
12.2024 - Current
  • Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly in accordance with company policy.
  • Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
  • Worked on store displays and attended trade shows to identify new products and services.

Assistant Store Director

AJ's fine foods
Scottdale, AZ
06.2023 - 12.2024
  • Increased sales by optimizing in-store promotional strategies.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing.
  • Created successful plans to maximize profits and reduce loss.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations.
  • Provided guidance, support and training to staff members.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.

Route Sales Representative

Advantage Sales And Marketing
Phoenix, AZ
01.2022 - 02.2023
  • Continuously surpassed sales goals, optimizing profitability, and performance of assigned territory.
  • Planned and organized routes within territory to maximize efficiency and time.
  • Restocked shelves as needed in order to ensure adequate inventory levels for customers.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Grocery Manager

Albertsons
Sun City, AZ
10.1991 - 04.2018
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Lead by example and took responsibility for all actions drive culture of performance excellence.
  • Analyzed store's inventory and ordered merchandise and products to keep stock level.
  • Analyzed financial records to identify areas of improvement within the store.
  • Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with staff members to discuss performance goals.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Retail Management Certificate Program

Maricopa Community Colleges, Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

  • Visual merchandising
  • Inventory management
  • Team building
  • Employee training
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Friendly and positive
  • Budget control
  • P&L Administration

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Store Director

Aj's fine foods
12.2024 - Current

Assistant Store Director

AJ's fine foods
06.2023 - 12.2024

Route Sales Representative

Advantage Sales And Marketing
01.2022 - 02.2023

Grocery Manager

Albertsons
10.1991 - 04.2018

Some College (No Degree) - Retail Management Certificate Program

Maricopa Community Colleges, Phoenix College
Michael OMara