Naim Walker
Savannah,GA
Summary
Reliable Assistant Grocery Manager with solid background in store operations, inventory management, and merchandising. Known for fostering strong relationships with staff and vendors, ensuring high-quality customer service. Skilled at training employees, managing schedules, and meeting sales goals. Results-oriented professional who consistently contributes to improving store performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Grocery Manager
Kroger’s
Savannah, Georgia
04.2024 - 11.2025
- Assisted in managing daily grocery operations, ensuring efficient workflow and customer satisfaction.
- Supervised and trained staff on effective stocking techniques and customer service protocols.
- Monitored sales trends and adjusted inventory levels to optimize product availability.
- Implemented promotional displays to attract customers and enhance product visibility.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of grocery aisles, ensuring a pleasant shopping experience.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products and maintain stock levels.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to minimize shrinkage and maintain accurate stock counts.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for increasing sales and customer retention.
- Assessed grocery store for cleanliness and checked proper stocking of shelves, refrigerated section and freezers.
Meat and Seafood Manager
Kroger
Savannah, GA
03.2022 - 04.2024
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability while minimizing excess stock.
- Trained and supervised team members on proper meat and seafood handling procedures.
- Developed seasonal displays to enhance product visibility and drive customer sales.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the meat and seafood department at all times.
- Implemented effective loss prevention strategies to reduce shrinkage in the department.
- Monitored product rotation to ensure compliance with freshness standards and reduce waste.
Deli Manager
Kroger
Savannah, GA
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Managed deli inventory to ensure optimal stock levels and product freshness.
- Developed and implemented promotional strategies to increase deli sales.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and sanitation throughout the deli department.
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service best practices and deli operations.
- Trained new employees on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Ordered necessary deli supplies to maintain stock levels.
- Monitored daily sales reports to maximize profitability.
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation of deli area, equipment, and supplies.
- Priced and ordered food products, kitchen equipment, and food service supplies.
- Reduced food waste by overseeing and planning ingredients, anticipated customers, and popularity of items.
Team Leader
AllianceTel, a Metro by T-Mobile Authorized Dealer
Savannah, GA
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Led a team of sales associates to achieve monthly sales targets and improve overall store performance.
- Conducted regular team meetings to discuss sales strategies and address any operational challenges.
- Maintained inventory levels and organized the sales floor to enhance customer experience and accessibility.
Steward/Dishwasher
Marriott RiverFront
Savannah, GA
11.2017 - 04.2018
- Assisted in the preparation of kitchen equipment and supplies for events and service.
- Managed waste disposal procedures to promote a sustainable and clean kitchen environment.
- Checked inventory levels of cleaning supplies and placed orders as necessary.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of health and safety standards.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Operated dishwashers to wash dishes, glasses, silverware, pots and pans.
- Responded quickly to any spills or messes that occurred within the kitchen area.
Stocker/Cashier/Customer Service
Dollar General
Savannah, GA
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Assisted in the restocking of shelves and displays to ensure product availability.
- Collaborated with team members to organize store layout for maximum customer accessibility.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported low stock items to management promptly.
- Executed product rotation to maintain freshness and ensure compliance with company standards.
- Provided assistance to customers in locating products and answering inquiries.
Education
High school diploma -
Savannah High School
Savannah, GASkills
- Cashiering
- Cleaning Experience
- Food Service
- Kitchen Experience
- Commercial Cleaning
- Cooking
- Cash Handling
- Laundry
- Store Management Experience
- Payroll
- Assistant Manager Experience
- Retail Management
- Driving
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Supervising experience
- Cash register
- Leadership
- Sales
- Retail management
- POS
- Store management
- Merchandising
- Restaurant experience
- Hospitality
- Inventory management
- Merchandise displays
- Staff training
- Loss prevention
- Sales analysis
- Supply chain coordination
- Quality control
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability
- Merchandising strategies
- Stock replenishment
- Employee training
- Task delegation
- Store maintenance
- Workflow planning
- Visual merchandising
Willing To Relocate
Savannah, GA
Timeline
Assistant Grocery Manager
Kroger’s
04.2024 - 11.2025
Meat and Seafood Manager
Kroger
03.2022 - 04.2024
Deli Manager
Kroger
07.2020 - 03.2022
Team Leader
AllianceTel, a Metro by T-Mobile Authorized Dealer
01.2019 - 07.2020
Steward/Dishwasher
Marriott RiverFront
11.2017 - 04.2018
Stocker/Cashier/Customer Service
Dollar General
05.2017 - 11.2017
High school diploma -
Savannah High School