Paul Tomasko

• Observed and monitored students activities.
• Established trusting relationships with students and staff through consistent reliability and genuine empathy towards their unique situations.
• Provided a safe learning environment for students and staff, according to school procedures and local and state laws.
• Enforced safety procedures for the general well being and safety of the students, staff and Pittsburgh Public Schools property.

• Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
• Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
• Cleaned and maintained store aisles and merchandise displays to provide customers with positive experience.
• Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
• Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
• Ensured proper storage conditions for perishable items, resulting in reduced spoilage rates.
• Enhanced store cleanliness through diligent maintenance of aisles, shelves, and display areas.
• Used pallet jacks and hand trucks to move merchandise to sales floor for stocking.
• Communicated with customers and staff politely and professionally to uphold store standards.
• Addressed customer complaints and concerns, providing mutually beneficial solutions.
• Collaborated with team members to meet daily objectives and maintain smooth store operations.
• Assisted customers with product inquiries by sharing extensive knowledge of grocery items and their locations.
• Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
• Consistently met or exceeded performance goals by maintaining high standards of efficiency, productivity, and customer service.
• Utilized problem-solving skills to address unique situations or challenges within the store environment effectively.
• Removed trash, swept, and mopped floors for professional appearance.
• Promoted a positive shopping experience by courteously addressing customer concerns and resolving issues promptly.
• Retrieved items for customers and verified prices.
• Prepared attractive displays for promotional events or seasonal items that resulted in increased sales revenue.
• Contributed to increased sales performance by stocking shelves in a visually appealing manner.
• Demonstrated flexibility in work schedule by covering shifts or assisting with additional tasks as needed, contributing to a cohesive team dynamic.
• Supported inventory management efforts through accurate tracking of stock levels and timely replenishment of products.
• Trained new employees in store procedures and customer service standards, maintaining high service levels.
• Updated pricing and signage for sales and promotions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Implemented waste reduction strategy by rotating stock and managing expiring products, reducing losses.
• Assisted in setting up displays for seasonal promotions, attracting customer interest.
• Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
• Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
• Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
• Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
• Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
• Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
• Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
• Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
• Coordinated with other departments for smooth cross-functional collaboration, enhancing overall store performance.
• Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement within the team.
• Performed key tasks to promote inviting grocery store appearance.
• Implemented loss prevention strategies, resulting in reduced shrinkage rates.
• Optimized ordering processes to minimize stockouts while avoiding excessive inventory levels.
• Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely deliveries and consistent product quality.
• Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment and providing regular feedback.

• Developed strong relationships with key decision-makers, fostering trust and loyalty in the assigned territory.
• Established successful account relationships by building rapport and maintaining consistent communication.
• Expanded territory coverage by strategically identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
• Improved customer satisfaction and retention through frequent visits, timely response to inquiries, and effective problem resolution.
• Researched competitor activity and used findings to develop sales growth strategies.
• Implemented new shelf allocations by using Plan-O-Grams in grocery chains as with Giant Eagle, Shop-N-Save, Foodland, and County Market stores, in Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia and Ohio.

-Designed Plan-O-Grams

-Implemented Plan-O-Grams in grocery stores in the Tri-State area of Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia

-Worked with the individual store managers, and competitor brokerages, to maintain sales for the stores.

-Visited my stores that were in my territory on timely manner to maintain a good working relationship with the stores management, employees and customers.

- Boot Camp- Parris Island, SC, June 5, 1989-September 1, 1989

-School of Infantry - Camp Lejeune, NC, September 1989-December 1989

-I served as an anti-tank assault man, a gunner on the M-47 Dragon Missile System

-I learned leadership, discipline, as well as Honor, Courage and Commitment, these mindsets I carry with me everyday throughout life. Especially the Marine Corps Motto - Semper Fidelis which means Always Faithful.

-I awarded in my time in the Marine Corps the following badges, ribbons and medals:

- Expert Rifle Badge

-National Defense Medal

- Meritorious Unit Citation

- Marine Reserve Good Conduct Medal

- Arctic Service Ribbon

• Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
• Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
• Cleaned and maintained store aisles and merchandise displays to provide customers with positive experience.
• Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
• Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
• Ensured proper storage conditions for perishable items, resulting in reduced spoilage rates.
• Used pallet jacks and hand trucks to move merchandise to sales floor for stocking.
• Enhanced store cleanliness through diligent maintenance of aisles, shelves, and display areas.
• Communicated with customers and staff politely and professionally to uphold store standards.
• Addressed customer complaints and concerns, providing mutually beneficial solutions.
• Collaborated with team members to meet daily objectives and maintain smooth store operations.
• Assisted customers with product inquiries by sharing extensive knowledge of grocery items and their locations.
• Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
• Consistently met or exceeded performance goals by maintaining high standards of efficiency, productivity, and customer service.
• Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the checkout counter.
• Utilized problem-solving skills to address unique situations or challenges within the store environment effectively.
• Removed trash, swept, and mopped floors for professional appearance.
• Promoted a positive shopping experience by courteously addressing customer concerns and resolving issues promptly.
• Retrieved items for customers and verified prices.
• Prepared attractive displays for promotional events or seasonal items that resulted in increased sales revenue.
• Contributed to increased sales performance by stocking shelves in a visually appealing manner.
• Demonstrated flexibility in work schedule by covering shifts or assisting with additional tasks as needed, contributing to a cohesive team dynamic.
• Supported inventory management efforts through accurate tracking of stock levels and timely replenishment of products.
• Operated cash register to accurately process and record customer payments.
• Maintained clean and inviting store environment, contributing to enhanced customer experience.
• Provided product recommendations and advice, increasing sales of promoted items.
• Handled customer complaints with empathy and efficiency, restoring customer confidence.
• Enhanced store security by monitoring for shoplifting and implementing preventative measures.
• Assisted in setting up displays for seasonal promotions, attracting customer interest.
• Assisted customers in finding desired items quickly, enhancing shopping experience and customer loyalty.
• Trained new employees in store procedures and customer service standards, maintaining high service levels.
• Implemented waste reduction strategy by rotating stock and managing expiring products, reducing losses.
• Updated pricing and signage for sales and promotions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods, keeping shelves well-stocked.
• Conducted inventory checks to prevent stock shortages, ensuring product availability.
• Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
• Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
• Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
• Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
• Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
• Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
• Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
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