Sue Parry
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Highly organized administrative professional with a strong sense of responsibility and proven ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. Recognized as hardworking, dependable, and adaptable, with a track record of being productive in fast-paced environments. Self-motivated and committed to delivering high quality work while supporting team and organizational success.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pricebook Administrator
Yesway
Fort Worth, TX
02.2019 - Current
- Manage multiple departments by updating cost, retails, and promotions in PDI software across over 400 stores.
- Collaborate with category managers and vendors to ensure pricing accuracy and resolve PDI issues efficiently.
- Oversee daily import files.
- Generate detailed reports and invoices for promotions, space payment, and miscellaneous billing needs.
- Coordinate with the accounting department to process 50+ monthly manual accruals.
- Enter and track all rebates in PDI software ensuring accurate and timely vendor billing, coordinating with the accounting department.
- Maintain a comprehensive and precise Excel workbook to support financial reporting and invoicing processes.
Assistant Category Manager
Yesway
Fort Worth, TX
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Support the Director of Foodservice with procedures, new product testing, training materials, and the rollout for new programs for over 100 convenience stores.
- Developed, maintain, and implement planograms to ensure effective merchandising and product placement.
- Conduct site visits to review recipe cards, menu documentation, and foodservice processes including inventory counts.
- Provide coaching and training to store teams on foodservice procedures and best practices.
- Manage administrative tasks related to process improvement, procedure development, and planogram updates.
- Lead key projects, including the implementation of Date Code Genies and system wide recipe documentation
- Facilitate conference calls with District Managers and maintain consistent communication with store and district leadership.
Manager of Fresh Departments
DGS Foods
Des Moines, IA
03.2015 - 02.2018
- Directed all operations of the fresh departments, ensuring efficiency, profitability, and compliance with company standards for over 30 departments across 8 grocery stores.
- Partnered with vendors, resolved issues, managed ordering, and organized promotional events both in store and within the community.
- Served as the primary liaison for Cash Saver and Price Chopper, coordinating with ad planners, designing ad proofs, and managing advertising for ROP's, billboards, and direct mail campaigns.
- Oversaw communication between department heads, supervisors, and store directors to ensure alignment and smooth execution of initiatives.
- Managed sales, purchasing, inventory control, and accounts receivable
- Collaborated with the Director of Operations on labor planning and cost control.
- Established pricing strategies, monitored gross margins, and delivered accurate P&L budgets.
- Developed and documented processes to standardize department operations.
- Drove cross-merchandising initiatives to increase sales across departments.
Manager
Dahl's Foods
Des Moines, IA
01.1995 - 02.2015
- Advanced through multiple roles: 13 years as Deli Manager, 1 year as Catering Manger, and later Manager of Pricing &Assortment for Fresh Departments.
- Deli Manager: Directed daily operations, scheduling, training, and customer service while supervising up to 12 employees. Consistently delivered profitability by meeting gross margin and labor goals.
- Catering Manager: Planned, organized, and executed catering event for 10 stores, ranging from small gatherings to large company wide events.
- Led catering for Winefest 2014, coordinating appetizers and service for over 3,000 attendees.
- Earned the Outstanding Merchandising Award from Associated Wholesale Grocers for Winefest.
Education
High School -
Rideau High School
Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaSkills
- Experienced with ABO Software, PDI software and file importing
- Experienced in pricing and gross margins
- Experienced in customer service and management
- Personable and approachable
- Time management
- Goal setting
- Problem-solving
- Resourceful and analytical
Timeline
Senior Pricebook Administrator
Yesway
02.2019 - Current
Assistant Category Manager
Yesway
02.2018 - 02.2019
Manager of Fresh Departments
DGS Foods
03.2015 - 02.2018
Manager
Dahl's Foods
01.1995 - 02.2015
High School -
Rideau High School