Stephen Flynn
Chattanooga
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
Kroger
04.2023 - 03.2025
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
General Manager
Kentucky Grand Hotel
04.2019 - 03.2023
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drivetechniques for remediation.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Guided management and supervisory staff to promote smooth operations.
Account Manager
Sysco Foods Inc
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment
- Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms
- Reviewed and mitigated discrepancies to increase sales, reduce costs and streamline processes
- Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
Owner/General Manager
Sackets Harbor Brewing
05.1995 - 01.2018
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs for over 40 employees.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
- Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
- Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
Owner/General Manager
Goodfellos Wood-Fired Pizzeria & Wine Bar
05.2000 - 05.2017
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Supported staff training, development and evaluation for over 35 employees.
- Shadowed managers to gain understanding of organizational expectations and management techniques.
Distribution Manager
Sackets Harbor Brewing
05.1998 - 05.2016
- Brewed, managed & distributed flagship beer to over 3200 retail outlets.
- Monitored inventory levels of products and materials in warehouses to keep needed goods on hand.
- Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales.
- Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
Owner/Operator
1812 Distribution
05.2008 - 05.2012
- Distributed & Brand Ambassador for UTZ snack products to major retail outlets.
- Trained and supervised 6 sales/drivers.
- Maintained relationships with key customers in territory by facilitating ongoing product training and support.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
Night Crew Stocker
Albertsons Market
05.1990 - 09.1990
- Removed product from boxes and placed on shelves according to merchandising guidelines.
- Picked up boxes and related trash from sales floor.
- Checked shelves in department to determine replenishment needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Brewing Studies
UC Davis
06.1993
Bachelor of Science - Business Management/Information Systems
Concordia University
Irvine Irvine, CA05.1992
Skills
- Team Training
- Project Management
- Systems Implementation
- Supervision and Training
- Administrative Management
- Customer Service Management
- Management Team Building
- Team Leadership
- Staff Management
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
Kroger
04.2023 - 03.2025
General Manager
Kentucky Grand Hotel
04.2019 - 03.2023
Account Manager
Sysco Foods Inc
04.2017 - 04.2019
Owner/Operator
1812 Distribution
05.2008 - 05.2012
Owner/General Manager
Goodfellos Wood-Fired Pizzeria & Wine Bar
05.2000 - 05.2017
Distribution Manager
Sackets Harbor Brewing
05.1998 - 05.2016
Owner/General Manager
Sackets Harbor Brewing
05.1995 - 01.2018
Night Crew Stocker
Albertsons Market
05.1990 - 09.1990
Bachelor of Science - Business Management/Information Systems
Concordia University
Associate of Science - Brewing Studies
UC Davis
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