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BENJAMIN CARDENAS

Tucson

Summary

Accomplished retail operations manager with over 16 years of experience leading high-volume stores and cross-functional teams. Proven success in reducing retail shrink, and training staff in customer service and operations. Demonstrated skill at improving store operations, increasing top line sales and reducing costs. Bilingual (English/Spanish), with a strong commitment to workplace safety, team development, and delivering outstanding customer experiences. Proficient in Microsoft Office, POS systems, and inventory control.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Family Dollar
Tucson
04.2010 - 10.2016

Accomplishments:

  • Reduced district’s highest shrink/theft rate by 1.17% based on last year
  • Increased customer service and anti-theft surveillance by employees
  • Increased sales by over 15% compared to previous year and management
  • Hired, Trained and supervised a team of 40+ employees
  • Scheduled employees, conducted performance reviews, and managed shift coverage.
  • Fostered a clean, safe, and professional store environment.

Stocker/Cashier/Assistant Manager/Store Manager

99 Cents Only Store
Tucson
01.2001 - 04.2010

Accomplishments:

  • Increased store sales and customer service.
  • Maintained personnel expenses within budget.
  • Promoted from Stocker/Cashier to Assistant Manager, and then to Store Manager.
  • Increased customer satisfaction and maintained personnel expenses within budget.
  • Created employee improvement plans and provided coaching on performance issues.
  • Mediated conflicts and conducted monthly safety meetings.
  • Monitored merchandising compliance with the company's plan-o-grams.
  • Maintained cleanliness of sales floor to enhance store presentation.

Unloader/Stocker/Receiving Manager

Wal-Mart
Yuma
01.1995 - 01.2000
  • Accomplishments:
  • Received a national award for unloading time.
  • One of the first stores to quickly and efficiently implement a new receiving program.
  • Unloaded merchandise from delivery trucks and organized items in the warehouse.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment following company safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Participated in inventory management activities, including stock replenishment and organization.
  • Ensured timely implementation and execution of new company programs.

Education

Economics, Business, Law Enforcement

University of Baja California
Mexicali, Mex

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Visual merchandising
  • Employee training
  • Sales forecasting
  • Loss prevention
  • Customer relationship management
  • Effective communication
  • Team leadership and coaching

Timeline

Store Manager

Family Dollar
04.2010 - 10.2016

Stocker/Cashier/Assistant Manager/Store Manager

99 Cents Only Store
01.2001 - 04.2010

Unloader/Stocker/Receiving Manager

Wal-Mart
01.1995 - 01.2000

Economics, Business, Law Enforcement

University of Baja California
BENJAMIN CARDENAS