Pamela Romero
SAN JOSE,CA
Summary
Attentive and enthusiastic Meat Department Manager with background in training, team leadership and schedule coordination. Knowledgeable about retail operations and all areas of meat department, including proper equipment use, cleaning standards and maintaining food safety. Managed time wisely, am always on time. I work very well with other employees.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Manager
Safeway
09.1996 - 05.2021
- Set department schedules for adequate shift coverage and assigned daily work tasks to individual team members based upon strength and experience.
- Monitored inventory levels, ordered new supplies and oversaw restocking of cases.
- Assisted customers by finding requested items and providing preparation information for specific cuts of meat.
- Conducted regular inventories of stock and documented losses using store equipment.
- Created signs and tags to price items for normal inventory and special promotions and to inform and educate customers.
- Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
- Motivated employees to success and pointed out areas of improvement, which bolstered efficiency rates.
- Trained new employees on handling, safety and stocking procedures.
- Completed inventory counts, reordered stock and removed expired items from supply.
- Worked closely with employees and customers to effectively manage daily operations and communications.
- Reduced waste by overseeing proper restocking procedures and promotion of nearly-expired goods.
- Operated saws and slicers to cut meat, using safety protocols and procedures to avoid accidents.
- Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
- Marked-down clearance items and relocated merchandise to proper store areas.
- Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like expected customer levels, planned promotions and individual employee strengths.
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Educated staff on strategies for handling difficult customers and challenging situations.
- Trained newly hired sales team in upselling techniques.
- Kept close eye on department employees and customers to assess theft risks and maintain loss prevention goals.
- Boosted sales rates 25% checking for and locating requested items in inventory system.
Meat Manager
Gemco/Luckys
12.1982 - 10.1996
- Set department schedules for adequate shift coverage and assigned daily work tasks to individual team members based upon strength and experience.
- Monitored inventory levels, ordered new supplies and oversaw restocking of cases.
- Assisted customers by finding requested items and providing preparation information for specific cuts of meat.
- Created signs and tags to price items for normal inventory and special promotions and to inform and educate customers
- Maintained open lines of communication with all team members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to high productivity levels and employee retention.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing daily operations of the meat department, consistently meeting targets for sales growth and customer satisfaction.
Warehouse Manager
Axle Hire
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through timely order fulfillment and accurate inventory tracking.
Warehouse Manager
Me Fit Vending Solutions
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through timely order fulfillment and accurate inventory tracking.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture that motivated employees to perform their best while maintaining high morale.
- Managed relationships with external partners such as suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing disruptions in supply chain operations.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Reduced product damage with improved packaging methods and training staff on proper handling techniques.
- Developed strong team of warehouse employees with comprehensive training programs and performance evaluations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations through regular inspections, staff training, and policy updates.
- Improved efficiency and accuracy in order picking and packing processes, using technology to guide and verify worker activities.
- Initiated cross-training programs to create more versatile and responsive workforce capable of covering multiple roles during peak periods.
- Managed budgeting for warehouse operations, carefully allocating resources to areas with highest return on investment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Canton South High School
Canton, OH06.1981
Skills
- Financial Forecasting
- Customer Service Management
- Analyzing Profitability
- Delegation and Supervision
- Retail Operations
- Merchandise Quality Assurance
- Scheduling and Time-Tracking
- Staff Coaching and Training
- Inventory Management
- Decision Making
- Handling Complaints and Inquiries
- Retail Industry Experience
- Product Assessments
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
Me Fit Vending Solutions
02.2022 - 05.2024
Warehouse Manager
Axle Hire
02.2021 - 02.2022
Meat Manager
Safeway
09.1996 - 05.2021
Meat Manager
Gemco/Luckys
12.1982 - 10.1996
High School Diploma -
Canton South High School
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