Seth Ball
Summary
Experienced General Manager & Wine Buyer with over 8 years of expertise in leadership, inventory management, and event planning. Adept at managing vendor relationships, organizing wine tastings and educational events, and overseeing daily operations. Skilled in scheduling, staff training, and office administration to ensure efficiency and profitability.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager & Wine Buyer
Fairfax Wine & Spirits
08.2016 - Current
- Oversee beer and wine buying/ordering, manage invoices, and handle vendor relations to ensure optimal stock levels
- Lead hiring, training, and coaching of staff, enhancing team performance and customer satisfaction
- Plan and execute wine tastings, educational seminars, and promotional events both on and off-premise, increasing customer engagement and sales
- Develop and manage staff schedules to optimize coverage while maintaining labor efficiency
- Ensure smooth office operations by handling administrative tasks, financial reporting, and compliance with state liquor laws
- Implement strategic buying to align with financial goals, contributing to store profitability
- Utilize ECRS: Catapult POS system for inventory management and financial reporting, enhancing operational efficiency
Cheese Monger / Deli
Marczyk Fine Foods
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Curated and maintained a premium cheese inventory, optimizing product freshness and availability
- Coordinated wine and cheese tasting events with Fairfax Wine & Spirits, enhancing customer experience
- Managed daily mozzarella production for two store locations, ensuring consistent product quality
ESL Teacher
YBM ECC
07.2012 - 07.2014
- Designed and implemented daily lesson plans in collaboration with Korean co-teachers
- Adapted quickly to a foreign work environment, fostering positive communication and cultural integration
- Attended training seminars to enhance teaching techniques and student engagement
Research Lab Assistant
Oklahoma State University
01.2008 - 12.2011
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for ongoing research projects
- Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured compliance with research protocols
Education
Bachelor of Arts - American Studies
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK01.2011
Skills
- problem solving
- leadership
- time management
- interpersonal communication
- teamwork
- adaptability
- computer literacy
- attention to detail
- critical thinking
- conflict management,
- organization
- creativity
- emotional intelligence
- data analysis
- customer service
- compassion
Skills
Team Building, Staff Training, Strategic Planning, Inventory Management, Vendor Relations, Financial Reporting, Scheduling, On & Off-Premise Wine Tastings, Product Curation, Emotional Intelligence, POS Systems, Compliance, Administrative Tasks
Timeline
General Manager & Wine Buyer
Fairfax Wine & Spirits
08.2016 - Current
Cheese Monger / Deli
Marczyk Fine Foods
06.2015 - 08.2016
ESL Teacher
YBM ECC
07.2012 - 07.2014
Research Lab Assistant
Oklahoma State University
01.2008 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Arts - American Studies
Oklahoma State University
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