Julio C. Gallardo
San Diego
Summary
Results-oriented Produce Merchandiser with extensive experience in business planning, demand forecasting, team supervision, and merchandising. Proven ability to manage inventory, ensure compliance with safety standards, and design promotional displays. Dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experience and maintaining operational excellence through strategic development initiatives.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Merchandiser
Coast Produce Company
10.2015 - Current
- Forecast product demand, ensuring accurate ordering, receiving, and storage processes to maintain inventory levels while supporting business expansion.
- Design and execute promotional displays and seasonal resets, enhancing customer engagement and customer experience.
- Inspect produce quality and rotate stock to maintain freshness and compliance with safety regulations through effective program management.
- Supervise team members on safe handling practices for tools and equipment, ensuring workplace safety while providing leadership and coaching.
Produce Manager
Vons/Haggens
03.2005 - 10.2015
- Directed all department activities, including training and supervising team members in merchandising and customer experience initiatives.
- Implemented innovative display designs to increase visibility and sales of produce, demonstrating initiative in business expansion.
- Conducted inspections to ensure sanitation standards in processing areas, display cases, and storage rooms, optimizing supportability in operations.
- Managed inventory through demand forecasting and maintained stock accuracy to reduce waste, applying strategic business planning.
- Coordinated maintenance for department equipment, minimizing operational disruptions while enhancing responsibility for assets.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, promoting safe handling of equipment and tools through strategic implementations.
Produce Clerk
Vons
12.1989 - 03.2005
- Assisted produce manager and assumed manager duties during vacations and days off, demonstrating leadership abilities.
- Provided customer experience, inspected incoming deliveries, and ensured proper stock rotation.
- Built and maintained produce displays, ensuring department cleanliness and compliance with health standards through effective assessment.
- Assisted in customer checkout when needed, showcasing passion for service excellence.
Courtesy/Combo Clerk
Safeway/Vons
07.1987 - 12.1989
- Performed various roles including bagger, checker, night stocker, and day stocker in produce and dairy departments, highlighting programming versatility in grocery operations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CA05-1992
Skills
- Category management
- Produce displays
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
- Store maintenance
- Retail
- Visual merchandising
- Stock control
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- Recognized in over 30 merchandising contests for innovative event displays and promotions since 2015
Timeline
Produce Merchandiser
Coast Produce Company
10.2015 - Current
Produce Manager
Vons/Haggens
03.2005 - 10.2015
Produce Clerk
Vons
12.1989 - 03.2005
Courtesy/Combo Clerk
Safeway/Vons
07.1987 - 12.1989
Associate of Arts - Business
Southwestern College