In this role, I am charged with directing Sales, Gross Profit, Pricing, and promotional strategies encompassing all company departments, including Grocery, Frozen, Dairy, Health and Beauty care, Tobacco, Liquor, Meat, Produce, Deli, Bakery, and Floral.Some of my accomplishments include: • Led and mentored a team of 5 Department Directors, aligning their efforts with company objectives to drive profitability and operational success.• Provided comprehensive oversight of store-level merchandising strategies across all departments, ensuring optimized sales and profitability through effective merchandising techniques.• Pioneered a profit-boosting vendor negotiation initiative, amplifying company profitability through innovative program development and team leadership.

As Director, I championed Sales, Gross Profit, Pricing, and promotions across diverse Center Store Departments such as Grocery, Frozen, Dairy, Health and Beauty care, Tobacco, and Liquor.Some of my accomplishments in this role include: • Successfully negotiated all DSD contracts, resulting in a consistent annual contribution to the company's overall profitability.• Collaborated as an ad coordinator, fostering seamless communication and collaboration among various departments within the organization.

Championed and led day to day Sales, Gross Profit, Pricing, and promotional strategies across the Center Store Departments encompassing Grocery, Frozen, Dairy, Health and Beauty care, Tobacco, and Liquor.Some of my accomplishments in this role include: • Oversaw a team of three buyers handling designated categories, ensuring their effective management and contribution to departmental goals.• Guided the management of all Liquor licenses for 45+ locations, driving the establishment of operational guidelines across multiple states to ensure compliant and efficient operations.• Served as the primary liaison for all Liquor Control communications and correspondence, demonstrating a pivotal role in regulatory compliance and operational coherence.

Successfully orchestrated procurement operations for 45+ retail outlets, overseeing product bookings across diverse departments including Grocery, Frozen, and Dairy. Directed a comprehensive warehouse program catering to 45+ stores, coordinating multiple weekly deliveries and proficiently managing an inventory portfolio exceeding ten million dollars.Some of my accomplishments in this role include: • Spearheaded negotiations with CPG/DSD vendors, demonstrating expertise in pricing strategies and promotional campaigns. • Crafted and curated weekly advertisements for the Store Center, ensuring compelling and strategic content to drive sales and engagement.