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MICHELE HUGHES

Noblesville,IN

Summary

Experienced and dedicated leader with a proven track record in progressive management roles. Demonstrates strong management and organizational skills, complemented by direct experience in merchandising, buying, and departmental coordination. Consistently drives results and fosters team success through a loyal and committed approach to leadership. Adept at leveraging expertise to optimize operational efficiency and enhance overall business performance. Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in purchasing, vendor management, and inventory control. Proven track record of identifying cost savings opportunities and developing and executing strategies to maximize sales and profits.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Center Store Field Specialist

The Kroger Company
10.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for the center store in Region B in compliance with standards to maintain a well merchandised stores to maximize sales.
  • Boosted sales with merchandising abilities and expertise in implementing effective promotions.
  • Delegated tasks and duties to associates and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing standards walks, re-grand openings, training assignments.
  • Trained and developed new and existing department leads on new standards and task which was focused on developing key skills.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.

Assistant Store Leader

The Kroger Company
01.2009 - 10.2022
  • Insured the store maintained Kroger set standards, and help with execution of the sales plan
  • Managed team workload to reach production targets.
  • Created staff schedules, approved requested time off and updated reports.
  • Delegated daily tasks, addressed employee questions and resolved scheduling issues.
  • Mentored employees to help improve skills and enable team members to become peak performers on job.
  • Assisted with general maintenance of store
  • Recruited and hired talented individuals bringing depth and experience to organization.

Store Leader

The Kroger Company
03.2016 - 01.2018
  • Supervised daily operations by directing customer service, inventory and sales operations.
  • Improve the customer service by handling challenging situations and modeling positive behaviors to our associates.
  • Elevated team performance with motivational approach and excellent training abilities.
  • Maintained clean and fully stocked store to maintain appeal for every customer.
  • Merchandised products with attractive displays to improve sales.
  • Planned optimal workflow through successful scheduling and task delegation.
  • Involved associates in decision-making processes to empower team and drive continued successes.
  • Controlled costs consistently to effectively eliminate waste and increase profits.
  • Supervised associates by coaching and developing their skills.

Produce Coordinator

The Kroger Company
11.2007 - 01.2009
  • Support the store teams with implementing the corporate sales initiatives and objectives with intent of achieving the yearly goals
  • Develop and implement programs to assist in the sales growth of the company
  • Maximize profits by utilizing the tools and resources given to the stores by our corporate office
  • Select the best candidates for department manager success training/development
  • Reviewed sales, customer concerns, and new opportunities to drive business sales growth.

Natural Foods Merchandiser/Buyer

The Kroger Company
03.2005 - 01.2007
  • Developed effective sales plans for the Central Division, with guidance from General Office
  • Maintained and achieved sales and gross profit margin percentages, and budgets set by the department manager
  • Communicated the merchandising plans with the Department Manager, store associates, coordinators and vendors/broker communities
  • Conducted a yearly associate training for new and existing associates
  • Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
  • Developed visual merchandising plans and strategies to promote store offerings.
  • Communicated with vendor partners to negotiate best pricing.

Education

MBA - Marketing

University of Phoenix
Indianapolis, IN

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Millikin University
Decatur, IL

Associate of Applied Science - Computerized Business Systems/Accounting

Robert Morris College
Springfield, IL

Skills

  • Decision-making skill
  • Strong multi-tasking
  • Highly motivated
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Strategic planning
  • Detail-oriented
  • Goal setting
  • Problem-solving
  • Vendor collaboration
  • Interpersonal and written communication

Groups

Multicultural ARG

Multicultural Division Champion

Field Specialist Advisory 

Training

  • Leadership & Team Building
  • Diversity, Ethics, and Inclusion Training
  • Kroger Leadership Building a Strong Foundation

Timeline

Center Store Field Specialist

The Kroger Company
10.2022 - Current

Store Leader

The Kroger Company
03.2016 - 01.2018

Assistant Store Leader

The Kroger Company
01.2009 - 10.2022

Produce Coordinator

The Kroger Company
11.2007 - 01.2009

Natural Foods Merchandiser/Buyer

The Kroger Company
03.2005 - 01.2007

MBA - Marketing

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Millikin University

Associate of Applied Science - Computerized Business Systems/Accounting

Robert Morris College

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