Mike Mills
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Experienced manager skilled in directing and enhancing operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Deep understanding of best practices, market trends, and regulatory requirements within the industry. Able to navigate complex operational landscapes with ease. Talented leader with an analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving. Consistently drives results and fosters a high-performing team.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Centre Manager
Calgary Co-op
03.2017 - Current
- Proven capability in contributing effectively both autonomously and collaboratively.
- Exhibited drive and maintained high standards of accountability.
- Exhibited aptitude for quickly comprehending new environments.
- Collaborated effectively within team environments to ensure seamless operations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Dedicated to ongoing professional development.
Assistant Store Manager
Sobeys
09.2015 - 01.2017
- Optimized service quality to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Streamlined visual merchandising efforts to boost customer engagement.
- Enhanced stock accuracy through precise ordering techniques.
Owner
Southside Grocery
02.2005 - 09.2015
- Enhanced service delivery by optimizing operational workflows.
- Fostered robust connections with clients, ensuring ongoing patronage and referrals.
- Supervised end-to-end fiscal activities involving budget management, report analysis, and tax coordination.
- Developed marketing tactics to boost brand prominence and expand customer base.
Assistant Store Manager
Save-On-Foods
06.1992 - 01.2005
- Amassed extensive experience with SOF, initially employed as a clerk for more than 13 years.
- Achieved the position of Assistant Store Manager after managing produce and perishables across multiple locations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Golden Secondary
Golden, BC06.1992
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Verbal Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Operations management
- Staff leadership
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Facility management
- Team supervision
- Staffing
- Data analysis
- Staff hiring
- Compliance monitoring
- Sales management
- Training coordination
- Staff development
- Operations oversight
- Business development
- Resource coordination
- Financial reporting
- Customer service
- Hiring and onboarding
- Employee development
- Decision-making
- Performance evaluation and monitoring
- Team leadership
- Effective leader
- Performance evaluations
- Relationship building
- Sound judgment
- Organizational structuring
- Employee motivation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Accomplishments
Retail leader of the year 2023.
Food bank hero 2023
Timeline
Centre Manager
Calgary Co-op
03.2017 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Sobeys
09.2015 - 01.2017
Owner
Southside Grocery
02.2005 - 09.2015
Assistant Store Manager
Save-On-Foods
06.1992 - 01.2005
High School Diploma -
Golden Secondary
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