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Takhari Poynton

San Marcos,CA

Summary

Dedicated and hard-working with high productivity and efficient task completion. Specializing in inventory management, safety management, team leadership, and customer service excellence. Excels in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations and positive team dynamics.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

General Merchandise Supervisor

Walmart
San Marcos, CA
01.2025 - Current
  • Designed floor layouts, product displays and shelving layouts to maximize sales and influence customer purchasing habits.
  • Developed promotional strategies to increase customer loyalty and drive revenue growth.
  • Managed the daily operations of the store, including staffing and scheduling employees.
  • Analyzed weekly reports to identify areas for improvement in sales and operational efficiency.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by responding promptly to inquiries and resolving complaints efficiently.
  • Researched emerging trends within the retail industry and implemented best practices accordingly.
  • Trained new employees on store policies and procedures while providing ongoing coaching and feedback to existing staff members.
  • Created a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols at all times.
  • Conducted regular meetings with team members to discuss goals, objectives, progress, challenges and opportunities for improvement.

Asset Protection Supervisor

Walmart
San Marcos, CA
03.2023 - 01.2025
  • Collaborated with management on strategies to reduce shrinkage through improved operational processes.
  • Developed action plans to address identified safety and security risks.
  • Maintained detailed records of inventory, incidents such as thefts, losses, and injuries for reporting purposes.
  • Conducted periodic reviews of employee performance against established standards of conduct related to asset protection practices.
  • Provided training on safety protocols, incident response procedures, and other related topics.
  • Implemented security policies and procedures designed to protect company assets from fraud or theft.
  • Supervised and guided the asset protection team by providing training.
  • Verified accuracy of invoices and payments.

Asset Protection Investigator

Walmart
Encinitas, CA
11.2021 - 03.2023
  • Identifying and preventing theft, fraud, and other losses through CCTV, visual surveillance, and deterrence.
  • Conducting inventory audits to ensure the accuracy of recorded inventory to the actual, in-stock inventory.
  • Ensuring adherence to companies' emergency procedures, safety protocols, compliance, and security guidelines.
  • Leading and assisting with investigations related to theft, fraud, and other safety and security investigations, while partnering with law enforcement.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Palomar College
San Marcos, CA

Skills

  • Task prioritization
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Team collaboration and building
  • Inventory management
  • Risk assessment
  • Employee training
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Safety compliance and auditing
  • Customer service
  • Product and service solutions

Timeline

General Merchandise Supervisor

Walmart
01.2025 - Current

Asset Protection Supervisor

Walmart
03.2023 - 01.2025

Asset Protection Investigator

Walmart
11.2021 - 03.2023

Associate of Arts -

Palomar College