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Victoria Sams

Burns

Summary

Diligent Produce Manager proudly offering superb training and development talents as produce assistance manager in safeway. Successful at forecasting sales budgets, meeting and exceeding inventory goals and training and developing 18 associates in [Year]. Dedicated to performing visually appealing merchandising while abiding by health code enforcement policies.

Resourceful Assistant Produce Manager adept at maintaining high productivity and efficiently completing tasks. Possess specialized skills in inventory management, quality control, and staff training. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction.

Skilled Assistant Produce Manager with experience in overseeing fresh produce department operations. Strengths lie in inventory management, quality control, and team leadership to ensure smooth daily operations. Have consistently enhanced customer satisfaction through maintaining high-quality fresh produce and creating visually appealing product displays.

Welcoming Produce Manager handling all inventorying and customer inquiries. Adept at coaching and mentoring new team members and establishing consumer confidence in company's fresh produce mantra.

Promote culture of efficiency, service and productivity to help team members meet and exceed business targets. Focused on boosting customer satisfaction and grabbing interest with high-quality, organized and attractive goods. Driven leader with good conflict management and organizational skills.

Responsible Produce Manager aiming to increase the value of the company through excellence. Adept at supervising and coordinating a grocery store staff of [Number]. Talented at ordering merchandise, performing monthly inventory and developing innovative merchandising displays. Offering [Number] years of experience as a [Job title].

Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.

Personable and dedicated Customer Service Representative with extensive experience in [Type] industry. Solid team player with upbeat, positive attitude and proven skill in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Articulate, enthusiastic and results-oriented with demonstrated passion for building relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses.

Versatile manager with background in coordinating diverse teams and managing complex projects. Skilled in strategic planning, operational improvement, and fostering collaborative environments. Demonstrated ability to enhance efficiency and productivity while maintaining high standards of quality. Successfully implemented innovative solutions that resulted in positive organizational changes.

Strategic leader in management field known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in operational strategy, team leadership, and conflict resolution. Excel in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to achieve organizational goals.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Produce Manager

Safeway
Burns
11.2006 - 05.2010
  • Provided training for new employees on proper handling of produce merchandise.
  • Assisted customers with selecting fresh produce items as needed.
  • Established promotional activities to increase sales of seasonal items.
  • Reviewed invoices to verify accuracy of order quantities and prices.
  • Conducted regular inspections of the store's perishables section to ensure it meets health regulations.
  • Managed daily operations including opening and closing duties, cashiering, stocking shelves.
  • Maintained a clean work area by cleaning counters, shelves and displays regularly.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with vendors to ensure quality produce was available for customers.
  • Organized and supervised the receiving, stocking, rotating, pricing and merchandising of all produce items.
  • Worked closely with other departments such as marketing and accounting when necessary.
  • Performed periodic inventories of stock levels in order to maintain accurate records.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and forecast future needs of products.
  • Implemented strategies to reduce shrinkage in the department due to theft or spoilage.
  • Participated in team meetings regarding goals and objectives for the department.
  • Ordered stock from suppliers according to established purchasing procedures.
  • Demonstrated an understanding of food safety principles related to perishable goods handling.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supply of merchandise was available at all times.
  • Ensured that departmental standards were met in regards to product freshness, presentation, safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Coordinated efficient restocking of grocery merchandise to meet customer needs and promote consistent sales.
  • Maintained comprehensive compliance with workplace and food safety standards to protect staff and customers.
  • Assisted customers with produce questions and special orders.
  • Drove consistent grocery sales with effective merchandising and promotions implementation.
  • Received produce deliveries and unloaded produce.
  • Lead by example and took responsibility for all actions drive culture of performance excellence.
  • Facilitated effective communication between customers and associates to encourage positive, team-based atmosphere.
  • Trimmed, washed, and bundled produce.
  • Planned attractive displays, replenishing purchased items to maintain eye-catching appearance.
  • Participated in quarterly inventory counts and conducted inventories.
  • Maximized profit by coordinating efficient team workflows, minimizing waste and controlling shrinkage.
  • Priced produce to achieve margin and sales goals while maintaining competitive pricing profile.
  • Provided clear, attractive and consistent signage.
  • Replenished, rotated and culled displays several times daily.
  • Maintained department equipment and advised general manager of equipment repair needs.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and recommended pay increases within department's budget.
  • Trained and coached new team members.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.

Education

Associate of Arts - Photography

Tvcc
Burns
08-2010

Freshman - Business

Treasure Valley Community College
Burns
06-2010

GED -

Burns High School
Burns, OR
02-2009

Some College (No Degree) - Hair Stylest

Phagans
Bend, OR

Skills

  • Employee training
  • Inventory management
  • Visual merchandising
  • Food safety
  • Sales analysis
  • Customer service
  • Vendor relations
  • Team building
  • Promotional planning
  • Quality control
  • Cash handling
  • Product rotation
  • Operational compliance
  • Performance evaluation
  • Shrink reduction
  • Ordering procedures
  • Task delegation
  • Display creation
  • Merchandising strategies
  • Stock rotation
  • Category management
  • Inventory replenishment
  • Hospitality and accommodation
  • Display replenishment
  • Budget development
  • Vendor liaison
  • Administration and management
  • Produce health
  • Inventory counting
  • Quality control analysis
  • Product merchandising
  • Produce management
  • Retail management experience
  • Waste reduction
  • Retail management background
  • Produce trimming
  • Health department standards
  • Purchasing functions
  • Pricing strategy
  • Resource allocation
  • Supply chain coordination
  • Resource management
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Personal service
  • Department leadership
  • Department supervision
  • Operational efficiency
  • Budget adherence
  • Display production
  • Produce washing
  • Retail inventory management
  • Performance evaluations
  • Market research
  • Management consultation
  • Task prioritization
  • Conflict resolution
  • Financial management
  • Performance reviewing
  • Employee development
  • Program development
  • Excellent communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Interpersonal communication

Timeline

Assistant Produce Manager

Safeway
11.2006 - 05.2010

Associate of Arts - Photography

Tvcc

Freshman - Business

Treasure Valley Community College

GED -

Burns High School

Some College (No Degree) - Hair Stylest

Phagans
Victoria Sams