Saleem Sims
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Store Manager with a proven track record at Ray’s Liquor Store, excelling in inventory control and cash management. Recognized for enhancing customer engagement through innovative marketing strategies and fostering a collaborative team environment. Skilled in problem-solving and multitasking, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Ray’s Liquor Store
08.2003 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Managed inventory control processes, optimizing stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase customer engagement.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
Receiving Associate/Merchandising Associate
Burlington
09.2016 - 08.2025
- Coordinated inbound shipments, ensuring timely and accurate receipt of merchandise.
- Trained new associates on inventory management systems and safety protocols.
- Oversaw quality control processes to maintain product standards during receiving operations.
- Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing efficiency in product handling and storage.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Maximized workspace functionality by efficiently utilizing available equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklifts during the receiving process.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Maintained a clean and organized receiving area for optimized workflow and reduced clutter or obstructions.
- Boosted overall warehouse productivity by collaborating with team members on various tasks such as unloading trucks, sorting products, and updating inventory systems.
- Reduced product damage during the receiving process by carefully handling fragile items and adhering to proper safety protocols.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dickinson High School
Jersey City, NJSkills
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Cash management
- Inventory control
- Supply ordering
- Opening and closing procedures
- Shipping procedures
- Loading and unloading
- Stock rotation
- Pallet jack use
- Barcode scanning
Timeline
Receiving Associate/Merchandising Associate
Burlington
09.2016 - 08.2025
Store Manager
Ray’s Liquor Store
08.2003 - Current
High School Diploma -
Dickinson High School
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