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Suzanne Joosten

Lakewood,CO

Summary

At King Soopers, I excelled as a Meat Manager, enhancing department sales through strategic merchandising and rigorous sanitation practices. My leadership fostered a team-oriented environment, significantly improving customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Skilled in budget management and staff training, I successfully drove profitability, demonstrating a keen ability to meet and exceed targets.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Meat Manager

King Soopers
02.2012 - Current
  • Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, fostering strong relationships and promoting repeat business through excellent service experiences.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with all team members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to high productivity levels and employee retention.
  • Oversaw budgeting processes for the meat department, regularly reviewing financial reports to identify opportunities for improved profitability or expense reduction measures.
  • Mentored junior staff members in proper meat handling techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing knowledgeable assistance and recommendations on meat selections.
  • Developed and executed successful holiday promotions, including special offers and themed displays designed to attract shoppers during peak seasonal periods.
  • Conducted regular quality control checks on incoming shipments, ensuring only the freshest meats were offered to customers.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing daily operations of the meat department, consistently meeting targets for sales growth and customer satisfaction.
  • Directed the implementation of new merchandising layouts to showcase featured products and drive sales growth in the department.
  • Monitored supplier performance to guarantee timely deliveries and maintain optimal inventory levels.
  • Collaborated with store management to develop successful promotional strategies for meat department offerings.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment in compliance with food safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Ensured consistent high-quality products by closely monitoring cutting, grinding, and packaging processes.
  • Managed ordering process for all meat products, streamlining procedures to improve efficiency while reducing overstock issues.
  • Optimized staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak shopping hours, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.
  • Reduced waste costs by implementing effective inventory management and rotation systems.
  • Enhanced meat department sales by ensuring proper product display and presentation.
  • Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
  • Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
  • Trained new employees on handling, safety and stocking procedures.

Education

Diploma -

Montrose High School
Montrose, CO
2004

Skills

  • Scheduling Staff
  • Sanitation Procedures
  • Meat Cutting
  • Merchandising Strategies
  • Ordering Supplies
  • Staff Leadership
  • Schedule Management
  • Inventory ordering
  • Cross-Department Collaboration
  • Supply Ordering
  • Budget Administration
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Computer Skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Decision-Making
  • Problem Resolution
  • Managing Operations and Efficiency
  • Training and Development
  • Staff Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Cost Control
  • Budget Management

Timeline

Meat Manager

King Soopers
02.2012 - Current

Diploma -

Montrose High School

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