Mitchell John Naylor
Adelaide,SA
Summary
I have been in Supermarkets my entire life, my family have owned and operate them for close to 30 years. I have spent the last 15 years learning and growing within our business's. Throughout this process i have become knowledgeable and fluent in all departments within a supermarket.
Since my fathers retirement i have had the honour of running our Supermarket as an owner operator. This has given me a wealth of knowledge regarding the overall financial operations of our business.
While i thoroughly enjoy my current role it is time for me to move onto my next challenge.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Freeling Foodland
Freeling, SA
07.2022 - Current
- Directed operational strategies to enhance efficiency across multiple departments.
- Oversaw budget management and resource allocation to optimize organizational performance.
- Implemented key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess team productivity and drive improvement initiatives.
- Developed training programs to elevate staff capabilities and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Liaised with Metcash regarding store improvements and supply chain.
- Work with direct suppliers to implement rebate systems and on-going promotional campaigns.
- Worked with suppliers to attain promotion lines for in-store catalogues.
- Created said catalogues (Adobe Software) in store for digital distribution.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, adjusting strategies for improved profitability.
- Representing the business at Share holders, AGM and Metcash conferences.
Store Manager
IGA FRESH MANNUM
Mannum, SA
04.2017 - 04.2025
- Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.
- Trained and mentored staff in customer service excellence and product knowledge.
- Implemented inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce shrinkage.
- Developed promotional displays to enhance product visibility and drive sales growth.
- Range reviewing products across the store every 12 months.
- Implementation of new lines and promotional activity
- Dealing with suppliers both Metcash & Direct.
- Fortnightly Rostering
- Attending IGA committee meetings as Guest
- I was honoured to win the Metcash SA rising Star and National Rising star awards in 2023 from this roll.
Duty Manager
Foodland
Felixstow
01.2015 - 04.2017
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules, optimizing workforce efficiency and coverage.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock rotation practices.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, improving overall satisfaction ratings.
Store Manager
Fitness Warehouse
01.2013 - 01.2015
Duty Manager
IGA Fresh
Mt Barker
01.2011 - 01.2013
Store Assistant
FOODLAND SUPERMARKET
Aberfoyle Park, SA
01.2008 - 01.2011
Education
No Degree - Butchering
Butcher Apprenticeship
IN Store01-2027
No Degree - SA Lotteries Management Course
SA Lotteries
SA01-2021
Bachelor of Business - Major in Marketing
Flinders University
11.2025
Certificate 3 in Nutrition - Nutrition & Dietetics
TAFE SA
01.2015
SACE Certificate -
Westminster School
01.2011
Skills
- Fluent across all departments
- 15 years retail experience
- Work Ethic
- Time Management
- Organisational Skills
- Communication
- Business Operations
- Advertising
- Personal Integrity
- Leadership
- Approachability
Licences
- Full driver's license
- High risk work licence
- Boat
- Forklift
Hobbies and Interests
- Personal Fitness
- Gym
- Nutrition and Dieting
- Outdoor Exercise
Timeline
General Manager
Freeling Foodland
07.2022 - Current
Store Manager
IGA FRESH MANNUM
04.2017 - 04.2025
Duty Manager
Foodland
01.2015 - 04.2017
Store Manager
Fitness Warehouse
01.2013 - 01.2015
Duty Manager
IGA Fresh
01.2011 - 01.2013
Store Assistant
FOODLAND SUPERMARKET
01.2008 - 01.2011
Certificate 3 in Nutrition - Nutrition & Dietetics
TAFE SA
SACE Certificate -
Westminster School
No Degree - Butchering
Butcher Apprenticeship
No Degree - SA Lotteries Management Course
SA Lotteries
Bachelor of Business - Major in Marketing
Flinders University