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William Spencer

Fairplay,CO

Summary

High-energy Store Manager bringing extensive experience in retail settings. Set and enforced consistent standards to maintain staff satisfaction and meet performance targets. Dynamic relationship-builder with organized nature and sound judgment focused on maximizing team efficiency.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Store Manager

Family Dollar
06.2022 - Current
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.

Store Manager

Family Dollar
08.2022 - Current
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with residents.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
  • Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.

Butcher

Prathers Grocery
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
  • Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
  • Wrapped meat produce to maintain quality, freshness and condition.
  • Stocked, rotated and priced merchandise to meet store standards.

Scuba Diving Instructor

Stuart Scuba
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Developed strong rapport with students through effective communication skills and genuine enthusiasm for scuba diving education.
  • Ensured consistent high-quality instruction by adhering to established scuba diving training standards and adopting new industry best practices.
  • Conducted regular equipment inspections and maintenance tasks to guarantee safe operation during dive sessions.
  • Prepared students for advanced certification courses by imparting foundational knowledge on topics such as deep diving techniques or underwater navigation strategies.
  • Increased safety awareness among students through comprehensive instruction on diving equipment, procedures, and emergency protocols.

Infantry Fire Team Leader

US Army
03.2006 - 08.2011
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Assessed battlefield conditions such as terrain and enemy fire effectiveness to organize and deploy team members effectively.
  • Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status, and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
  • Achieved mission success through expert navigation skills, leading the fire team safely through complex environments.
  • Kept up-to-date on mission objectives by researching intelligence targets to understand significance in geopolitical context.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Personal Training

IntelliTec College - Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO
01.2015

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology

IntelliTec College - Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO
01.2013

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Team Leadership
  • Team leadership and coaching
  • Retail Inventory Management
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Staff Management
  • Delegating Work

Timeline

Store Manager

Family Dollar
08.2022 - Current

Assistant Store Manager

Family Dollar
06.2022 - Current

Butcher

Prathers Grocery
01.2021 - 05.2022

Scuba Diving Instructor

Stuart Scuba
01.2019 - 01.2021

Infantry Fire Team Leader

US Army
03.2006 - 08.2011

Associate of Applied Science - Personal Training

IntelliTec College - Colorado Springs

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology

IntelliTec College - Colorado Springs
William Spencer