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Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
Timeline
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ANDREW LOPEZ VINOLES

Markham,Canada

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

Assistant Store ManagerGrocery ManagerNight Crew Assistant ManagerGrocery Clerk

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Markham, Canada, CAToronto, ONMississauga, ONBrampton, ONRichmond Hill, ON
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

80000/yr - 200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsPaid sick leaveTeam Building / Company RetreatsHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hours

Summary

To secure a retail position that allows me to develop and apply my skills in a team-oriented environment while contributing to organizational success and my long-term career development

Dynamic and results-driven Assistant Store Manager with over six years of retail management experience at Loblaws, with a proven track record of successfully opening two stores and supporting multiple renovation and project initiatives. Demonstrated expertise in enhancing store performance by adhering to health and safety standards, training and mentoring staff, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Skilled in team leadership, conflict resolution, and implementing innovative solutions to drive productivity and customer satisfaction. Proficient in multiple software systems, including SAP, BOSS, DMAP, ESL, Sales Planner, and Microsoft Office, with hands-on experience in using various hand and power tools. Exceptional communication skills developed through interactions with diverse individuals. Committed to upholding company values and supporting team development.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Store Manager

Loblaw
11.2021 - Current
  • Ensure all departments operate smoothly and comply with company and provincial health and food safety standards. Manage workplace accident reports, WSIB claims, and promptly identify and address workplace hazards.
  • Motivate and support colleagues to achieve peak performance, with a focus on Blue Culture values. Recognize and reward high performers, and effectively de-escalate and resolve conflicts between colleagues and customers.
  • Train new staff, from part-time employees to department managers, on company systems and programs, including SAP, BOSS, DMAP, ESL, Planos, and Sales Planner. Ensure colleagues remain up to date with required training.
  • Manage bulk orders by coordinating trailer deliveries to customers or organizing in-store pickups. Create invoices reflecting special pricing, offers, and discounts while meeting deadlines and resolving issues such as late pickups or overcharges.

Grocery Manager

Loblaw
08.2020 - 11.2021
  • Oversaw the department consistently operated at full capacity by maintaining well-faced, fully stocked shelves and adhering to the current floor program. Planned and prepared for weekly corporate tours by organizing aisles, adjusting schedules, updating displays, and refining presentation areas. Motivated staff and delegated tasks effectively, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
  • Utilized SAP, BOSS, ESL, and Microsoft Office to execute OVP and maintain accurate counts for IPFR. Ensured optimal customer service levels through fully stocked shelves while keeping the back room organized and clean.
  • Served as Manager on Duty (MOD), responding to club calls, resetting alarms, and managing difficult customer situations, including incidents such as flooding and escalator or elevator issues.

Night Crew Assistant Manager

Loblaw
03.2020 - 07.2020
  • Coordinated the grocery, natural value/HABA, and dairy/frozen departments completed their workloads and were merchandised to company standards. Responsible for stock segregation, managing end caps and dump tables, and organizing freezers and bunkers.
  • Conducted temperature checks, secured the store, and responded to refrigeration calls, sick calls, and issues across departments. Trained staff on proper procedures, supported team needs, and resolved operational issues as they arose.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of SAP, DMAP, BOSS, receiving procedures, ESL, and planograms.

Grocery Clerk

Loblaw
10.2018 - 03.2020
  • Received products promptly and accurately using a power jack. Managed the distribution of products to departments, ensuring invoices were accurate, properly entered into the system, and any discrepancies were resolved.
  • Stocked shelves, built displays, and used SAP handheld devices to adjust or correct product issues. Delivered excellent customer service by ensuring satisfaction while maintaining proper product rotation and facing standards to prevent expired items on shelves.
  • Provided innovative solutions and suggestions to management, proactively addressing challenges to maintain productivity. Acted independently to resolve issues efficiently as they arose.

Irpinia Kitchens
Richmond Hill, ON
11.2014 - 04.2015
  • Cabinet Assembler: Carefully assembled finished cabinet components and repaired minor imperfections.
  • Material Organizer: Prepared and organized materials prior to the finishing stage.
  • Quality Control: Inspected and handled high-value finished products prior to shipping.

Education

Seneca College, Newnham Campus
Toronto, ON
01-2017

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Victoria Park Collegiate Institution
Toronto, ON
01-2014

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George Brown College
Toronto, ON
01-2013

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Customer service
  • Customer experience
  • Customer service and engagement
  • Customer relations
  • Store organization
  • Time management
  • Staff supervision
  • Team management
  • Hiring and training
  • Strategic planning

Accomplishments

  • Completed Emergency First Aid with CPR/AED certification.
  • Completed Health and Safety course at George Brown College.
  • Earned Passport to Safety and Young Worker Awareness certifications.
  • Received Scaffold Building Safety and Awareness certification.
  • Completed Construction Trades Exploration program.
  • Completed Fall Protection and WHMIS training through Local 183.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Certification

• Completed Emergency First Aid with CPR/AED certification.
• Completed Health and Safety course at George Brown College.
• Earned Passport to Safety and Young Worker Awareness certifications.
• Received Scaffold Building Safety and Awareness certification.
• Completed Construction Trades Exploration program.
• Completed Fall Protection and WHMIS training through Local 183.

Timeline

Assistant Store Manager

Loblaw
11.2021 - Current

Grocery Manager

Loblaw
08.2020 - 11.2021

Night Crew Assistant Manager

Loblaw
03.2020 - 07.2020

Grocery Clerk

Loblaw
10.2018 - 03.2020

Irpinia Kitchens
11.2014 - 04.2015

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Victoria Park Collegiate Institution

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George Brown College

Seneca College, Newnham Campus
ANDREW LOPEZ VINOLES