Shawn Fontana
Southbury,CT
Summary
Leverage extensive grocery management experience to drive operational success, enhance team performance, and deliver exceptional value to members by applying proven leadership in high-volume retail environments.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
BJS Derby
11.2024 - 11.2025
- Led strategic planning initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and align with corporate objectives.
- Developed and implemented policies that improved service quality and customer satisfaction across all departments.
- Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities, driving expansion strategies for new product lines.
Director
ACME, Patterson, NY and Golden’s Bridge
11.2018 - 01.2024
- Managed a team of 55 employees, improving sales by 5% over one year.
- Implemented strategies to minimize shrink and protect company assets.
Conversion Store Lead
Albertson’s Companies
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Coached and developed employees in newly acquired store chains across New England, Chicago, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, and Philadelphia.
Store Manager / Director
Safeway
03.2012 - 02.2018
- Led store operations, achieving consistent sales growth and operational efficiency.
Assistant Store Director
Safeway
09.2002 - 03.2012
- Assisted in managing store operations and team development.
Assistant Store Director
Pak’nSave
03.1999 - 03.2002
- Supported store management in achieving sales targets and operational goals.
Retail Clerk
Pak’nSave
09.1990 - 03.1999
- Provided excellent customer service and supported inventory management.
Education
business administration
American River College
Sacramento, CA05.1994
High School Diploma - undefined
Foothill High School
Pleasanton, CA06.1989
Skills
- Leadership and team management
- Customer service excellence
- Inventory and supply chain management
- Sales and marketing strategies
Certification
- Retail Leadership Development, Safeway, September, 2009
- Front Line Leadership Certification, Safeway, February, 2000
Timeline
Director
BJS Derby
11.2024 - 11.2025
Director
ACME, Patterson, NY and Golden’s Bridge
11.2018 - 01.2024
Conversion Store Lead
Albertson’s Companies
02.2018 - 11.2018
Store Manager / Director
Safeway
03.2012 - 02.2018
Assistant Store Director
Safeway
09.2002 - 03.2012
Assistant Store Director
Pak’nSave
03.1999 - 03.2002
Retail Clerk
Pak’nSave
09.1990 - 03.1999
business administration
American River College
High School Diploma - undefined
Foothill High School