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Ernie Higuera

Tucson

Summary

Customer service professional with strong background in team management and process optimization. Proven ability to improve customer experiences and drive operational improvements. Reliable team player with focus on collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in conflict resolution and effective communication. Individual instruction to both professions

concerning golf and music for over 20 years has enabled me to

understand students and customers of all ages and demographics. These skills and interests have proven to be

successful in becoming a profound problem solver for the general

public, and serves every company and retail chain that I have been delighted to bring strength to.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Customer Service Manager

Bashas / Food City
11.2019 - 02.2022
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
  • Opening and closing managerial duties
  • Front end supervising, problem solving for customer

and vendor issues

  • Product ordering and complete store merchandising
  • Recalls, reclamation and backroom organization
  • Certified for MoneyGram, lotto, and check cashing
  • Forklift, food prep and hazardous material certified.

P.I.C. / 2nd Assistant

Safeway / Albertsons
10.2015 - 05.2018
  • Enhanced workplace morale by fostering a positive and collaborative environment for team members.
  • Opening and closing managerial duties
  • Front end supervising and customer service
  • Store orders and product merchandising
  • Built displays, including end caps and ad changes
  • Supervising all departments and vendors

Assistant / Head Golf Professional

Tubac Golf Resort & Spa / Rio Rico C.C.
09.2004 - 07.2015
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and personalized golf instruction.
  • Member and public tournament organization
  • Pro shop merchandising and sales
  • Acting Director of Golf in absence of Director

Assistant Grocery Manager

Bashas / Frys Food & Drug
12.2001 - 09.2003
  • Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
  • Product ordering and merchandising
  • Displays, end caps, and inventory control
  • Crew schedueling and back room organization

Scan-Co / Receiver / Relief Manager

Southwest Supermarkets
08.1995 - 11.2001
  • Price coordination and schematic layouts
  • Inventory, shrinkage, and product control
  • Opening and closing managerial duties
  • Shipping / receiving, product merchandising
  • Front end supervising, safe balance and customer

service

  • District trainer for Receivers and Scan-coordinators

Education

Business Administration

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
05-1992

High School Diploma -

Sahuarita
Sahuarita, AZ
05-1988

Skills

  • Creative Problem-Solving
  • Customer Engagement
  • Strong Attention to Detail
  • Customer Loyalty Strategies

Timeline

Assistant Customer Service Manager

Bashas / Food City
11.2019 - 02.2022

P.I.C. / 2nd Assistant

Safeway / Albertsons
10.2015 - 05.2018

Assistant / Head Golf Professional

Tubac Golf Resort & Spa / Rio Rico C.C.
09.2004 - 07.2015

Assistant Grocery Manager

Bashas / Frys Food & Drug
12.2001 - 09.2003

Scan-Co / Receiver / Relief Manager

Southwest Supermarkets
08.1995 - 11.2001

Business Administration

University of Arizona

High School Diploma -

Sahuarita
Ernie Higuera