Ruben Ruiz
Madera
Summary
Hardworking, quick learner, experienced in the field and ready for challenging assignments. Reliable in completing quality work and exceeding expectations.
Customer-oriented store manager offering several years of experience in retail operations, sales and service team leadership and profitability strategies. Organized and skilled at prioritizing daily tasks and following through to achieve performance and productivity goals. Recruits, trains, develops and manages team of store associates and assistant managers.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Dollar tree
Fresno
06.2023 - 04.2026
- Supervised daily store operations, ensuring efficient inventory management.
- Ensured the overall customer experience was excellent and met the company’s standards
- Trained and mentored new employees, facilitating understanding of store policies and procedures.
- Facilitated the transition of four associates into assistant manager roles by providing targeted training.
- Facilitated the transition of four associates into assistant manager roles by providing targeted training.
Merchandise Manager
Dollar Tree Stores
Madera
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Designed floor layouts, product displays and shelving layouts to maximize sales and influence customer purchasing habits.
- Evaluated and selected vendors, ensuring quality standards and cost-effectiveness.
- Maintained physical inventory of merchandise and implemented systems to monitor costs.
- Led team by facilitating collaboration and ensuring tasks were completed efficiently.
- Coordinated staff schedules and labor activities to enhance service delivery.
- Provided customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Executed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
- Utilized basic mathematics to perform financial calculations and manage budgets.
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Analytical Thinking
- Relationship Building
Cook Supervisor
Maria's taco shop
Madera
07.2013 - 07.2018
- Monitored food products to ensure quality, freshness, and integrity standards.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in high-volume environments, ensuring timely service and adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted line checks to maintain proper food temperatures in holding zones, ensuring food safety and quality.
- Established and maintained regular maintenance schedule, keeping kitchen tools and equipment in operable condition.
Education
High School Diploma -
Opportunities For Youth Charter School
Pacoima, CASkills
- Stock Management
- Inventory Control
- Product Pricing
- Promotional Planning
- Visual Merchandising
- Report Generation
- Resourcefulness
- Staff training
- Planning
- Time management
Timeline
Store Manager
Dollar tree
06.2023 - 04.2026
Merchandise Manager
Dollar Tree Stores
08.2018 - 05.2023
Cook Supervisor
Maria's taco shop
07.2013 - 07.2018
High School Diploma -
Opportunities For Youth Charter School