Sarah Price
Mount Juliet
Summary
Results-driven merchant recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in strategic planning, team leadership, and fiscal management. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring effective operation and project success in fast-paced environments.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
HBC GM Division Merchandiser
Kroger
Nashville
04.2022 - Current
- Planning, procurement, and budgeting of product to meet sales and profit goals.
- Review marketing campaigns and associated materials prior to release in order to ensure accuracy of messaging and brand consistency.
- Work with category teams, division teams and store teams as well as with vendor partners, to optimize sales and profit as well as properly merchandise stores and provide exceptional value to ensure the satisfaction of our customers.
- Align all aspects of the business, merchandising and operations, to create a cohesive environment that is both efficient and profitable.
- Model the key behaviors and pillars of the company including putting the customer first, leading through positive influence and executing with excellence.
Center Store Sales Manager
Kroger
Nashville
01.2017 - 03.2022
- Worked closely with vendors and category teams on innovative items to excite the customer, grow sales and grow profitability.
- Maintained detailed and accurate records by overseeing documentation of sales, profit margins, sell through and inventory.
- Motivated higher sales through incentives, reward-based programs and positive reinforcement of good sales practices.
- Improved profitability by planning and implementing daily, weekly, and monthly floor plan changes.
Division Field Specialist
Kroger
Nashville
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Teaching, coaching and training store teams and leadership on division and enterprise standards for merchandising, inventory management, scheduling, retention, and meeting sales goals.
- Planning, set up, and merchandising new stores as well as expansion stores and remodels.
- Writing standard operating procedures for division.
Retail Management
Kroger
Knoxville
07.1988 - 12.2013
- Various roles throughout the store, beginning with store clerk, leading up to store management.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Knoxville, Tennessee05-1990
Skills
- Product procurement
- Budget management
- Sales analysis
- Visual merchandising
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Marketing strategy
Timeline
HBC GM Division Merchandiser
Kroger
04.2022 - Current
Center Store Sales Manager
Kroger
01.2017 - 03.2022
Division Field Specialist
Kroger
01.2014 - 12.2016
Retail Management
Kroger
07.1988 - 12.2013
High School Diploma -
Central High School