1. Megan Stock
1406 S.Tipton Ave. Tyler, TX 75701 | 903.330.4608| megstock3@gmail.com
Summary
Established retail manager and retail buyer with over six years of experience. Effectively hired, trained and coordinated
staff with emphasis on increasing sales. Capable of working with national wholesale companies and representatives to
maintain an impressive product mix, ensure continuous ongoing discounts, and maintain strong relationships.
Education
1994-1997 | HARDING UNIVERSITY | SEARCY, ARKANSAS
· Studied Nutritional Sciences-60 hours
Skills & Abilities
MANAGEMENT
· Successfully lead a staff of 4 sales associates in all areas of sales floor preparedness and operations
· Directed kitchen staff in all areas of food preparation,safe handling, and presentation
· Instituted inventory control measures to ensure accurate product count and rotation
· Ensured staff education and development in order to assist customers in a knowledgeable manner
MARKETING
· Coordinated and promoted bi-annualcommunity events that increased store traffic and sales
· Merchandised key areas of store to garner interest and increase movement of product
· Directly responsible for implementation and 100% growth of social media followings with Twitter, Facebook,
Instagram, and Pinterest
· Designed and distributed weekly digital newsletter to increase dialog with customers
PROCUREMENT
· Established and maintained strong working relationships with national sales reps
· Researched and purchased the most cost effective ingredients and materials for kitchen
· Tracked monthly and quarterly sales promotions to ensure best possible purchase price
· Curated a diverse inventory product mix that followed market trends as well as supplied customers with preferred
products
Experience
GENERAL MANAGER AND RETAIL BUYER | WHOLE HEALTH STORE AND CAFE | MAY 2010-MAY 2016
· Instrumentalin store relocation and re-establishment
· Conceptualized existing menus, implemented production procedures, and maintained quality standards
· Managed day to day floor operations and kitchen production
BAKER/BARISTA | BRADY’S COFFEE SHOP | JUNE 2008-MAY 2010
· Facilitated solid working relationships with existing customers
· Authored unique recipes and produced artisanal baked products to ensure increased sales
· Organized and established product ordering protocols to maintain inventory
