Samuel Kennedy
Publix
Dawsonville
5
years of professional experience
Dynamic Grocery Manager with extensive experience at Publix, excelling in inventory coordination and customer service. Proven track record in training teams to enhance productivity and streamline workflows, achieving significant improvements in product availability. Skilled in merchandising strategies and fostering collaboration to elevate store presentation and customer satisfaction.
Experienced with inventory management, team leadership, and customer service. Utilizes efficient organizational skills to maintain optimal stock levels and ensure smooth store operations. Track record of fostering positive shopping experience and achieving high customer satisfaction. Driven and motivated to grow.
Work History
Grocery Manager
2 Months- Oversaw grocery department operations, maintaining stocked, organized, and customer-ready sales floor.
- Managed ordering and inventory control to reduce shortages and support product availability.
- Trained associates on stocking procedures, product rotation, and department standards.
- Coordinated merchandise placement and planograms to improve store presentation and shopping flow.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly while supporting positive service standards.
- Scheduled and directed daily tasks to keep replenishment and backroom workflows efficient.
- Evaluated department performance and adjusted processes to improve productivity and consistency.
Assistant Grocery Manager
2 Years 6 Months- Supervised grocery department operations, ensuring shelf stock, product rotation, and store presentation met Publix standards.
- Coordinated ordering and inventory control to maintain product availability and reduce out-of-stock conditions.
- Trained grocery associates on stocking procedures, sanitation practices, and customer service expectations.
- Monitored backroom organization and receiving processes to support efficient merchandise flow.
Grocery Team Leader
10 Months- Supervised grocery department operations to maintain stock presentation, product rotation, and service standards.
- Trained associates on Publix procedures, safety practices, and efficient stocking methods.
- Coordinated inventory replenishment to support accurate on-shelf availability and reduce out-of-stocks.
Grocery Replenishment Specialist
6 Months- Monitored inventory levels to maintain product availability across sales floor and backroom.
- Replenished shelves using rotation standards to reduce spoilage and improve presentation.
- Pulled stock from backroom and organized products for efficient replenishment workflows.
- Rotated perishable items following FIFO procedures to maintain freshness and compliance.
Cashier
1 Year 1 Month- Scanned merchandise efficiently while maintaining checkout speed and accuracy.
- Processed customer transactions accurately using POS system and register procedures.
- Assisted customers with returns, price checks, and checkout questions professionally.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Customer service and assistance
Coordination of inventory
Training and mentoring
Merchandising strategies
Scheduling coordination
Workflow planning
Promotion planning
Teamwork and collaboration
Team leadership
Timeline
Grocery Manager
Publix
09.2026 - CurrentRead More
Assistant Grocery Manager
Publix
03.2024 - 09.2026Read More
Grocery Team Leader
Publix
05.2023 - 03.2024Read More
Grocery Replenishment Specialist
Publix
11.2022 - 05.2023Read More
Cashier
Publix
10.2021 - 11.2022Read More
Lanier Technical College
High School Diploma
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