Open to opportunities

Jaymes Marion

@jaymesmarion

Message

Results-driven food retail professional with expertise in category management.

United States

Message

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my expertise in category management and merchandising while fostering a collaborative and innovative company culture.

I am a results-driven food retail professional with extensive experience in category management, merchandising, and sales strategy development within the grocery industry. My expertise lies in meat department operations, product development, vendor negotiations, and private label strategy. I have a proven ability to drive profitability, enhance customer experience, and optimize product assortment.

Currently, I serve as the Director of Asian Cuisine for Yummi Sushi, where I lead operations and merchandising strategies across 400 locations in 10 states. My role involves optimizing SKU assortments by analyzing sales data and consumer trends, while ensuring adherence to food safety best practices. I also oversee relationships with retail partners and mentor a team of Regional Managers, collaborating with various departments to enhance the overall food experience.

Previously, I worked as a Category Manager at Brookshire Grocery Company, where I developed and implemented sales strategies that led to significant profit margin increases. My initiatives included launching successful partnerships and revamping holiday meal programs, resulting in record-breaking sales. I am passionate about driving results and continuously improving processes to benefit both the company and its customers.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Director of Asian Cuisine

Yummi Sushi

Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Led operations and merchandising strategies for Asian cuisine across 400 locations in 10 states, ensuring consistency and quality. Optimized SKU assortments by analyzing sales data and consumer trends while ensuring adherence to food safety best practices.

Operations Management Merchandising Sales Data Analysis Food Safety Resource Allocation

Category Manager - Deli, Prepared Foods

Brookshire Grocery Company

Feb 2019 - Present (6 years 6 months)

Developed and implemented sales strategies, product assortment planning, and pricing structures to optimize department profitability. Built and maintained strong relationships with vendors, store teams, and cross-functional departments to execute strategic initiatives.

Sales Strategy Assortment Planning Pricing Strategy Vendor Relations Cross Functional Collaboration Contract Negotiation Product Development SOP Development Employee Engagement Partnership Development Holiday Meal Program Management

Category Manager - Poultry, Smoked Meats

Brookshire Grocery Company

Dec 2017 - Present (7 years 8 months)

Revitalized category performance, increasing comps from -0.3% to +2.3% and profit margins from -1% to +3%. Led a private label reimaging initiative, driving a 15% category sales lift.

Category Management Performance Revitalization Sales Growth

Regional Meat Merchandising Team Lead, NW

Raley's

Dec 2015 - Present (9 years 8 months)

Reorganized merchandising strategy across the region, improving customer experience and aligning with company initiatives. Collaborated with district managers and store leaders to drive execution of merchandising plans.

Customer Experience Company Initiative Alignment Collaboration Leadership Development

Special Assignment, Associate Category Manager - Meat

Raley's

Apr 2014 - Present (11 years 4 months)

Assisted in ad planning, merchandising bulletins, and purchase order allocations. Trained in replenishment buying, contract negotiations, and category planning.

Merchandising Bulletins Purchase Order Allocation Contract Negotiation

Meat Team Lead

Raley's

Jul 2013 - Present (12 years 1 month)

Reduced department shrink from 9% to 5% in eight months. Achieved consistent sales growth through strategic ordering and merchandising.

Sales Growth Strategic Ordering Merchandising Stock Level Optimization

Meat Cutter

Raley's

Jan 2009 - Present (16 years 7 months)

Provided high-quality meat products while ensuring excellent customer service. Adhered to food safety regulations.

Customer Service Quality

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

California State University Sacramento

Bachelor of Science, Fire Service Management

1998 - 2002

Completed a Bachelor of Science degree with an emphasis in Business Management. Gained foundational knowledge in business principles applicable to various industries.

Santa Rosa Junior College

Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts & Fire Science

1997 - 1999

Earned an Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts, providing a broad educational foundation. Also completed an Associate of Science in Fire Science, focusing on specialized knowledge in fire services.