Jason V. Aga
774-***-**** ********@*****.*** ** Springhill Rd, Framingham, MA 01701
OBJECTIVE
Experienced Retail Manager with a comprehensive background leading all aspects of retail operations. Proficient ability to increase sales through various techniques that drive profitability. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
District Manager (Corporate/Franchise Operations), 7-Eleven 2020 – Present
• Responsible for the oversight of 14 locations in the metro-Boston area.
• Lead and partner with store managers and franchise owners to make strategic decisions involving sales and profits.
• Ensure monthly merchandising plans are available and in accordance with company standards.
• Consisently monitor sales trends to ensure efficient ordering and customer satisfaction.
• Cultivate a culture of compliance with company standards, cleanliness, and customer service.
• Enforced safety, health, and security rules to guarantee regulatory compliance. General Manager, BJ’s Wholesale Club 2015 – 2020
• Accountable for all controllable P&L items.
• Provided excellent associate development resulting in the promotion of three Assistant Managers.
• Consistently monitored sales trends to adjust needed areas and exceed sales plans.
• Efficiently developed team members through training and consistent feedback.
• Led a team through two company restructuring projects while providing vital leadership skills.
• Implemented new company programs including ship from store and express pay.
• Oversaw operational changes giving customers the option to buy on line and pay in club. Store Manager, Walmart 2011 – 2015
• Directed and supervised employees engaged in customer service, inventory, and cash reconciliation.
• Responded to customer inquiries and complaints while maintaining proficient level of customer service and professionalism.
• Monitored sales activities to ensure customers receive quality service and products.
• Hired, trained, and accurately evaluated personnel in all departments.
• Instructed staff on handling difficult situations through role play and modeling expectations.
• Provided outstanding team member development leading to promotions for co-workers.
• Enforced safety, health, and security rules to guarantee regulatory compliance.
• Oversaw overall aesthetic of store through attractive merchandise displays that ensured strategic placement of products.
• Purchasing and Vendor Relations
• Shrink Reduction and Loss Control
• Merchandising Strategies
• Inventory Control and Management
• Covid-19 Safety Controls
• Efficiency and Productivity Improvement
• Team- Building, Training and Supervision
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Recruiting and Retention
• Associate Development
Store Manager – Evening Operations, Hannafard 2009 – 2011
• Led store team to an environment where consistent sales goals were met and in turn, reduced operating costs.
• Gained universal managing skills through managing different every department in store.
• Prioritized employees by listening to their goals and helping them reach their potential aspirations.
• Trained and developed team in customer service techniques to optimize customer experience and increase sales.
• Developed a noteworthy reputation for leadership due to excellent interpersonal skills amongst employees; as well as a willingness to lead by example.
• Coordinated community outreach and charitable events as the designated community service lead. Deli Manager/Produce Manager/Bakery Manager/Assistant Store Manager, Hannaford 2000 – 2009
• Achieved district’s highest positive accrual of shrink from 2007-2009 due to efficient inventory management.
• Grew department sales 10% through effective promotional merchandising.
• Became the District Trainer for deli department; assisted in the training of new managers and preparation of store openings.
• Service Recognition Award winner.
• Storewide Health & Safety Coach, ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations.