Wei-Lin Yu Yang
Mississauga
Summary
Reliable and upbeat Retailing Associate successful at promoting customer loyalty, satisfaction and purchases with consultative techniques and diligent attention to individual needs. Knowledgeable about product merchandising, food processing and Organic procedures. Dedicated and dependable relationship-builder with excellent organizational strengths and superior work ethic.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Bakery Associate
Whole Foods Market Inc
09.2011 - 05.2023
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
- Trained new bakery staff on company policies and POS system use to maximize job satisfaction, expertise, and team performance.
- Packaged customer purchases with care and strong organizational skills to facilitate easy carrying and prevent product shifting.
- Maintained tidy and organized work area to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Checked expiration dates and rotated products to verify freshness and avoid spoilage.
- Inspected goods to establish accurate pricing and labeling.
- Recommended new items to customers building rapport and boosting sales.
- Replenishing products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Foods handling process and food safety
- followed ORGANIC products procedures
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Buyer
Easton Court Imports & Marketing
05.2005 - 04.2011
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Standardized inventory quarterly reporting and analysis and instituted corrective action for close-outs and out-of-stock items to keep inventory records current.
- Performed extensive vendor and supplier research to identify cost-effective options and product availability.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Dealing with overseas suppliers by traveling abroad
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature And Creative Writing
Providence University
Taiwan, ROC Skills
- Baking
- Rotation Procedures,
- Accurate Order Fulfillment
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Sales Expertise
- Hospitality Service Expertise
- Quality Control, Spoilage, Inventory Control
- Product Sampling
Gardening
I grow my own vegetables in the backyard and have a good harvest. I am enjoying it.
Timeline
Bakery Associate
Whole Foods Market Inc
09.2011 - 05.2023
Buyer
Easton Court Imports & Marketing
05.2005 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature And Creative Writing
Providence University
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