CHRISTIAN AZUNNA
VENTURA
Summary
Results-driven manager with over 20 years of retail experience and a background as a United States Marine Corps Veteran. Proven leader in pharmacy business management including sales, purchasing, budgeting, training, and merchandising. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Expert in leading store operations, boosting sales growth, fostering team collaboration, and achieving results under pressure. Proficient in inventory management, customer service, staff training, and problem-solving.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
- Hired, trained and supervised a staff of 30+ employees.
- Improved customer satisfaction and associate experience by 3% and 13% by engaging and empowering my team.
- Ensured my store was in stock and products properly merchandised to meet customer demands and as a result sales continue to grow by 1% each year.
- Took actions to ensure an under-performing store met all regulatory, health and environmental standards as required for continued compliance.
- Improved morale and reduced grievances nearly 70% through conflict resolutions/negotiations in a union environment.
- Was key to ensuring my battalion’s proficiency in tactical vehicle operations improved by issuing, renewing and examining over 500 licenses before deployment.
- Drove over 1500 miles between Kuwait and Iraq during combat operations without any incidents or vehicle malfunctions.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
Store Manager
Rite Aid Pharmacy
05.2011 - Current
Store Manager
CVS/Pharmacy
10.2006 - 05.2011
Assistant Store Director
Albertsons Inc.
05.2005 - 10.2006
Operating Manager
Sav-on Drugs
09.2003 - 02.2005
Motor Vehicle Operator
United States Marine Corps
01.1996 - 07.2003
Records Coordinator/Geotech
Benton Oil and Gas Co.
07.1997 - 11.2001
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Information Systems
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA06.1997
Skills
- Sales and merchandising
- Customer service and care
- Loss prevention and asset protection
- Leadership and accountability skills
- Inventory management
- Regulatory adherence
- Associate development and Training
- Retail operations management
Timeline
Store Manager
Rite Aid Pharmacy
05.2011 - Current
Store Manager
CVS/Pharmacy
10.2006 - 05.2011
Assistant Store Director
Albertsons Inc.
05.2005 - 10.2006
Operating Manager
Sav-on Drugs
09.2003 - 02.2005
Records Coordinator/Geotech
Benton Oil and Gas Co.
07.1997 - 11.2001
Motor Vehicle Operator
United States Marine Corps
01.1996 - 07.2003
Associate of Science - Computer Information Systems
Santa Barbara City College
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