Blade Blanchard
Raceland
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven professional with 9 years of experience at Rouses Markets, the Gulf Coast’s largest privately owned grocery company. Proven expertise in retail operations, loss prevention, food safety, and compliance. A seasoned leader with a strong foundation in meat market operations and a current focus on asset and profit protection across multi-state operations. Trusted to uphold safety standards, conduct investigations, and support operational efficiency across 60+ locations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Asset & Profit Protection Specialist
Rouses Markets
Schriever
08.2023 - Current
- Manage compliance audits across 10 primary store locations in the Houma–New Orleans region, with additional support to over 50 stores in LA, MS, and AL.
- Conduct comprehensive audits focused on food safety, employee and customer safety, and adherence to company policies.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies to investigate and deter external theft; instrumental in resolving multiple investigations.
- Monitor store surveillance systems for incident and theft investigations.
- Investigate workplace accidents to assist with insurance claims and legal documentation.
- Support financial operations by tracking company-wide pending and paid credits.
- Audit and improve receiving and delivery check-in processes monthly across multiple regions.
- Champion brand, employee, and customer safety on a daily basis.
Meat Market Manager
Rouses Markets
Thibodaux
10.2015 - 08.2023
- Managed a high-volume meat department at one of the company’s flagship stores.
- Maintained strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and OSHA standards.
- Led inventory control initiatives to minimize shrink and optimize profitability.
- Trained and led a team to deliver consistent, high-quality customer service.
- Monitored purchasing and sales trends to inform profitable merchandising strategies.
- Ensured safe use and maintenance of meat department equipment (band saws, knives, etc.).
Education
High School Diploma -
Ellender Memorial High School
Houma, LA05-2014
Skills
- Asset & Profit Protection
- Retail Theft Prevention
- Surveillance & Incident Review
- Food & Health Safety Compliance
- Safety Audits & Accident Investigation
- Inventory Management
- Team Leadership & Staff Training
- Merchandising & Sales Analysis
- Delivery/Receiving Compliance
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Asset & Profit Protection Specialist
Rouses Markets
08.2023 - Current
Meat Market Manager
Rouses Markets
10.2015 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Ellender Memorial High School