David Powell
Newcastle ,NSW
Summary
I have been with Woolworths for the past 19yrs and have gone through numerous management roles over this time. I have grown into a dynamic leader with a proven track record at Woolworths. I have excelled in enhancing team performance and productivity by establishing clear goals and encouraging a culture of accountability. Skilled in adapting to change and driving sales growth through strategic planning and compliance with food safety regulations. Lead by example with the Woolworths values.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
Woolworths Supermarket
Kotara, NSW
11.2021 - Current
- Leading a team of 200 team members on a day day running of a Woolworths supermarket.
- Upholding safety and food safety standards.
- Working with each team leader to ensure each department is achieving their metrics and ensuring the standards are there to meet our customers needs.
- Leading daily/weekly meetings with team leaders to go through results/metrics/upcoming changes.
- Constant change within the business and need to be able to adapt to change on a daily basis.
- Planning accurate sales/items/wages for upcoming weeks.
- Weekly compliance checks within the store.
- Leading from the front and working alongside the store team to achieve the daily processes and metrics.
- Comfortable having any hard of difficult conversations where team aren’t complying with the business expectations.
- Currently hold a Food safety certificate and Mental health certificate.
- Evolving the business through feedback from the team and customers.
Fresh Manager
Woolworths Supermarket
Newcastle, NSW
11.2019 - 11.2021
- Established clear goals for each team member within the department, fostering a sense of accountability that led to improved productivity levels overall.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for department staff members, offering constructive feedback aimed at promoting growth within the organization.
- Maintained strict compliance with food safety regulations.
Fruit and Veg Manager
Woolworths Supermarket
Newcastle, NSW
08.2017 - 11.2019
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Ensuring best quality on show and have high quality standards.
- Resolved team member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Up skilling existing employees to maximise team agility and performance.
Meat Manager
Woolworths Supermarket
Newcastle, NSW
09.2011 - 08.2017
- Managed ordering process for all meat products, streamlining procedures to improve efficiency while reducing overstock issues.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment in compliance with food safety regulations and guidelines.
- Mentored junior staff members in proper meat handling techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Directed the implementation of new merchandising layouts to showcase featured products and drive sales growth in the department.
Education
High School Certificate -
Glendale Technology High School
Newcastle, NSWSkills
Customer service
Problem solving
Leadership
Adapting to change
Supporting the team
Being a rol model for my team
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
Woolworths Supermarket
11.2021 - Current
Fresh Manager
Woolworths Supermarket
11.2019 - 11.2021
Fruit and Veg Manager
Woolworths Supermarket
08.2017 - 11.2019
Meat Manager
Woolworths Supermarket
09.2011 - 08.2017
High School Certificate -
Glendale Technology High School