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Samone Halican

San Ramon,CA

Summary

Dynamic Store Director with a proven track record at Safeway, excelling in sales performance optimization and team leadership. Successfully enhanced product visibility through strategic merchandising and strengthened vendor collaborations, driving profitability. Recognized for innovative training programs that foster employee loyalty and reduce turnover, consistently exceeding company targets. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Director

Safeway
04.2025 - Current

Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for growth and development.

  • Led 15 RLD/ASDT to next position.
  • Collaborated with other Store Directors both District and Divisional on regional initiatives aimed at increasing brand presence in local markets.
  • Protected store from loss or theft by setting and enforcing clear security policies resulting in multiple write-ons and 2% or less NP Inventories.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members, more than 30+ new associates.
  • Exceeded company targets consistently through proactive monitoring of P&L and execution of corrective action plans when needed.
  • Optimized merchandising layouts based on shopper insights and market trends leading to enhanced product visibility.
  • Oversaw staffing and training, safety compliance, inventory control and financial functions.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms and conditions for the stores benefit.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.

Store Director

Safeway
12.2019 - 04.2025
  • Optimized merchandising layouts based on shopper insights and market trends leading to enhanced product visibility.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement, adjusting strategies accordingly.
  • Oversaw staffing and training, safety compliance, inventory control and financial functions.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms and conditions for the store's benefit.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements while maintaining 100% Labor success for FY 2024.
  • Analyzed operating and financial statements to max EBITDA potential.
  • Identified current and future trends that appeal to consumers.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandising to catch the attention of store customers while growing Premium brands.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.

Skills

  • Sales performance optimization
  • Strengthening vendor collaborations
  • Team leadership
  • Brand recognition
  • Proficient in finance documentation
  • Forward-thinking planner
  • Training and mentoring
  • Enhancing profit margins
  • Sales-driven merchandise strategy
  • Proficient in task delegation

Timeline

Store Director

Safeway
04.2025 - Current

Store Director

Safeway
12.2019 - 04.2025
Samone Halican