Manager
Current- Conducted inventory of the department monthly to analyze shrink and realize gross profit while simultaneously increasing production and sales- Demonstrated inventory management by effective order writing that maintains low shrink levels - Trained, coached, supervised and evaluated associates; to maintain performance standards. - Attained budgeted sales and profit goals for the department; maintaining a high gross margin. - Enforced all Government and Company regulations pertaining to safety, sanitation and signage- Utilized tools such as Power BI to track sales, ID, and monitor gross profit and shrink. - Developed and managed supplier relationships to ensure quality merchandise and on-time deliveries.- Conducted market research and competitor analysis to stay informed about market trends and supplier strategies.- Compiled and analyzed data related to supplier performance for evaluation purposes.- Resolved price, quality, delivery, and invoice issues with suppliers.- Maintained data, files, reports, and price lists for assigned commodities.- Facilitated communication between vendors and departments to address supply issues.- Validated and reconciled vendor invoices.- Tracked orders, expedited deliveries, and monitored inventories.