Adam Sorensen
Anoka
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in electrical and building materials management. Skilled in vendor negotiation, team development, and safety training, contributing to reduced accidents and improved customer satisfaction. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency through effective mentorship and leadership.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Department Manager
Menards
Blaine
10.2025 - 05.2026
- Supervised daily operations of electrical department staff and inventory management.
- Trained team members on safety protocols and proper use of tools.
- Created reports on performance metrics for the electrical team.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss goals, objectives, and progress updates.
- Effectively reduced job-related accidents by properly training departmental employees on corporate safety processes.
- Implemented effective merchandising strategies to enhance customer experience.
- Evaluated employee performance reviews in order to set expectations for future development.
- Assigned tasks and monitored progress of employees within the electrical team.
- Coordinated rotation of seasonal change overs of 1400 displays
2nd Assistant Building Materials Manager
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
Blaine
06.2023 - 10.2025
- Developed relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable terms and pricing.
- Monitored market trends to identify new product opportunities for the company.
- Developed relationships with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing on materials.
- Designed trusses, post frames, roofing layouts.
- Prepared bids for contractors in order to provide them with best prices on materials.
- Analyzed project plans to determine appropriate quantities of required materials.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate building materials for their projects.
- Managed and coordinated the delivery of building materials to job sites.
- Trained staff on proper use of equipment and safety practices.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
1st Assistant Flooring Department Manager
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
Blaine
06.2018 - 06.2023
- Assisted customers with product selection and home improvement advice.
- Calculate flooring layouts
- Managed daily operations of the sales floor to ensure optimal performance.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Department Manager Electrical & Flooring
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
Gillette
09.2015 - 06.2018
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize workflow and project timelines.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and installation techniques.
- Monitored inventory levels of flooring materials and tools for efficient usage.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their flooring needs and preferences.
- Handled scheduling procedures for department and directed team members in setting and achieving goals.
- Offered constructive advice to help team members improve performance.
- Investigated product defects or discrepancies in order to identify root causes of failure or dissatisfaction.
- Assessed employee performance based upon established criteria such as accuracy, speed, cost savings.
- Resolved customer complaints related to flooring products or services in a timely manner.
Sales Associate -Electrical, Cashier
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
West St. Paul
2007 - 09.2015
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Provided product information and answered customer questions about features.
- Operated cash register and processed transactions efficiently and accurately.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure optimal inventory levels throughout the store.
Education
Criminal Justice
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI01-2008
High School Diploma -
Appleton East High School
Appleton06-2006
Skills
- Vendor management and negotiation
- Customer relationship management
- Safety training
- Home Improvement and construction Design and Estimation
- Professionalism
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Employee development
- Forklift certified
Certification
- ForkLift Certified
- Order Selector
Accomplishments
- Highest gross profit increase in 2016 & 2019
Timeline
Electrical Department Manager
Menards
10.2025 - 05.2026
2nd Assistant Building Materials Manager
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
06.2023 - 10.2025
1st Assistant Flooring Department Manager
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
06.2018 - 06.2023
Department Manager Electrical & Flooring
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
09.2015 - 06.2018
Sales Associate -Electrical, Cashier
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
2007 - 09.2015
Criminal Justice
Northern Michigan University
High School Diploma -
Appleton East High School