Ryan Karr
Summerville
Summary
Dynamic retail professional with extensive experience at Publix, excelling in inventory management and customer service. Successfully reduced waste by 20% through strategic stock rotation and enhanced sales via innovative merchandising. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize workflows, and ensure compliance with health standards, driving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Manager
Publix
01.2021 - Current
- Managed daily inventory of fresh produce, ensuring quality and freshness standards were consistently met.
- Trained staff on proper handling and storage techniques to minimize waste and maximize product lifespan.
- Oversaw product displays, enhancing visual appeal to drive customer engagement and increase sales.
- Collaborated with vendors to secure high-quality produce at competitive prices, optimizing supply chain efficiency.
- Developed weekly ordering schedules based on sales trends, reducing stockouts and improving availability.
- Implemented training programs focused on safety protocols for produce handling, fostering a culture of compliance and safety.
- Evaluated team performance regularly, providing feedback to optimize workflows and enhance productivity across the department.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify trends in preferences, adjusting inventory accordingly to better meet demands.
- Trained and supervised produce staff for optimal performance and adherence to company policies.
- Maintained produce display, and prep and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service and consistent delivery of high-quality products.
- Managed product rotation to minimize waste, optimizing freshness and quality of available goods.
- Coached and mentored new team members.
- Conducted regular inventory audits, addressing discrepancies and minimizing shrinkage due to theft or spoilage.
- Maintained safety standards throughout the department, ensuring compliance with local regulations and company policies.
- Improved produce department efficiency by implementing streamlined inventory management processes.
Grocery Manager
Publix
07.2016 - 01.2021
- Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock rotation strategies.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for customer service and product knowledge.
- Implemented promotional displays, enhancing customer engagement and driving sales initiatives.
- Analyzed sales data to optimize product placement and improve overall store performance.
- Developed schedules for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours for operational efficiency.
- Led inventory audits, maintaining accuracy in stock records and minimizing discrepancies.
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
- Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
- Enhanced store presentation through regular merchandising updates and innovative display techniques.
- Coordinated with other departments for smooth cross-functional collaboration, enhancing overall store performance.
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Engaged customers and provided very high level of service and support, helping find desired products and items.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement within the team.
Grocery Team Leader
Publix
02.2014 - 06.2015
- Led team in daily operations, ensuring high standards of customer service and product availability.
- Trained new team members on store policies, safety procedures, and product knowledge.
- Coordinated inventory management, optimizing stock levels to minimize waste and improve sales.
- Implemented merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility and drive customer engagement.
- Monitored sales trends, adjusting staffing levels to meet peak demand periods effectively.
Produce Clerk
Bi-lo
04.2008 - 09.2010
- Assisted in stocking produce shelves and maintaining product freshness.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and assisting with selections.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure optimal inventory rotation and minimize waste.
- Monitored product quality, promptly removing damaged items from displays.
Grocery Clerk
BI-LO
02.2007 - 04.2008
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries, enhancing shopping experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of store shelves, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Restocked inventory accurately and efficiently, minimizing stock discrepancies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ashley Ridge
Summerville, SC06.2012
Skills
- Customer service
- Retail management experience
- Retail inventory management
- Produce washing
- Operational efficiency
- Inventory counting
- Stock rotation
- Merchandising strategies
- Supply chain coordination
- Inventory replenishment
- Waste reduction
- Display production
- Quality control analysis
- Health department standards
- Product merchandising
- Ordering procedures
- Administration and management
- Display creation
- Promotional planning
- Produce management
- Retail management background
- Hospitality and accommodation
Timeline
Produce Manager
Publix
01.2021 - Current
Grocery Manager
Publix
07.2016 - 01.2021
Grocery Team Leader
Publix
02.2014 - 06.2015
Produce Clerk
Bi-lo
04.2008 - 09.2010
Grocery Clerk
BI-LO
02.2007 - 04.2008
High School Diploma -
Ashley Ridge