I have gone to school for 'film and TV broadcasting' and 'business management and entrepreneurship' I'm currently looking for a change in career as I'm in retail and working to make today a little better than yesterday.

Erik Vinokuroff

I have gone to school for 'film and TV broadcasting' and 'business management and entrepreneurship' I'm currently looking for a change in career as I'm in retail and working to make today a little better than yesterday.

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I have gone to school for ‘film and TV broadcasting’ and ‘business management and entrepreneurship’ I’m currently looking for a change in career as I’m in retail and working to make today a little better than yesterday.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Recovery Co-Worker at IKEA Ottawa
January 1, 2023 - November 5, 2025
Coordinated product recovery initiatives, including repackaging and reassembly, contributing to cost savings, sustainability, and efficient inventory use. Maintained detailed recovery logs and followed up on action items, applying strong organizational and administrative tracking skills. Collaborated with multiple departments to support store-wide quality assurance and compliance standards. Contributed to the setting and adjustment of product pricing based on item condition and commercial strategy, supporting profitability goals. Actively participated in the Health and Safety Committee, assisting with audits, incident tracking, and safety policy implementation. Currently serving as back-up Representative for the As-Is Department and supported commercial presentation through strong visual merchandising and customer-centric display strategies. Consistently considers sustainability in all decisions related to recovery, repackaging, and product placement.
Restaurant Co-Worker at IKEA Ottawa
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment in alignment with health regulations and internal safety protocols. Supported inventory stocking, shipping, and receiving operations, including implementation of COVID-19 safety measures for handling goods. Monitored the performance of manual and automated equipment, reporting and escalating maintenance issues to ensure operational continuity. Delivered exceptional customer service by resolving concerns, processing transactions, and ensuring compliance with alcohol and tobacco ID checks. Held Smart Serve certification to lawfully serve alcohol and monitor age-restricted purchases with attention to legal compliance. Staffed registers and authorized transactions while maintaining accurate records of payments and performing daily cash reconciliation. Mentored junior staff, assisting with onboarding and providing support to ensure smooth operations during shifts. Adjusted shift scheduling in real-time to meet business demands and ens

Education

Diploma in Business Management and Entrepreneurship at Algonquin College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
High School Diploma at West Carleton Secondary
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

Smart Serve Certification
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Retail