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Jim Armstrong

Brentwood

Summary

Dynamic retail leader with extensive experience at Kroger, excelling in team management and store operations. Proven track record in enhancing customer relationships and implementing effective health and safety initiatives. Skilled in training and developing staff, driving operational excellence, and optimizing eCommerce strategies to boost sales and customer satisfaction.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Store Leader-HR

Kroger
11.2017 - Current
  • Oversaw hiring, training, and retention strategies for associates across stores 526, 589, 843, 550, and 527.
  • Directed safety initiatives as team leader at stores 589 and 843.
  • Oversaw eCommerce operations for stores 843, 550, and 527.
  • Assumed leadership of center store operations at location 527 in January 2026.

Assistant Store Leader-Merchandising

Kroger
01.2016 - 11.2017

Responsible for display building and compliancy at Store 547

Supervised associates by providing direction and instruction for stocking shelves rotating stock, and receiving deliveries

Scanning Coordinator

Kroger
05.2006 - 09.2015

Responsible for maintaining pricing accuracy, tags and signage at Store 896

Member of the District Scan Team, traveling to other stores, helping with audits and store grand openings

Customer Service/Accounting

Kroger
06.1999 - 09.2015

Accounting clerk responsible for maintaining correct balances of the safe and tills

Front End Supervision, Customer Service, Lottery and Ticketmaster Sales, and Money Services

Assistant Customer Service Manager

Kroger
10.1998 - 06.1999
  • Oversaw daily customer service operations to elevate satisfaction levels.
  • Managed staff scheduling to optimize coverage during peak service hours.
  • Addressed customer inquiries and complaints to enhance brand loyalty.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new employees on company policies and customer service best practices.

Various Positions

Kroger
08.1981 - 10.1998

Assistant Dairy Manager

Assistant Frozen Food Manager

Assistant DSD Receiver

Assistant Scan Coordinator

Tobacco Order Clerk

Customer Service/Accounting

Various Positions

Walmart
06.1989 - 10.1996

Front End Supervisor in charge of Front End Operations

Electronics Department Clerk selling and merchandising electronics and cameras

Assistant Hardware/ Paint Manager, stocking, merchandising, and ordering for the Department

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Murray State University
Murray, KY
08.1988

Skills

  • Customer relationships
  • Store operations
  • Health and safety
  • Team management

Accomplishments

District 1 United Way Champion 2017-2018 and 2018-2019

District 1 Recruiting Team

Dr. Pepper Merchandising Champion 2016

2nd Place Division Wellness Team Contest ( Team Leader)

Timeline

Assistant Store Leader-HR

Kroger
11.2017 - Current

Assistant Store Leader-Merchandising

Kroger
01.2016 - 11.2017

Scanning Coordinator

Kroger
05.2006 - 09.2015

Customer Service/Accounting

Kroger
06.1999 - 09.2015

Assistant Customer Service Manager

Kroger
10.1998 - 06.1999

Various Positions

Walmart
06.1989 - 10.1996

Various Positions

Kroger
08.1981 - 10.1998

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Murray State University
Jim Armstrong