Bob Rodriguez Email & Phone Number

United States

Comprehensive Retail Operations and Consulting at the corporate and store levels. Specializing in turnaround re-structuring and inventory management services. Years of building people first (team) cultures and operational infrastructure has given me a unique, broad perspective in this industry. Recruited to lead national and international corporate reorganizations and retail liquidations for a global retail asset monetization consulting firm, controlling field operations on projects valued at up to $1 billion. Directed all aspects of 20+ reorganizations and liquidations by managing operations, sales, logistics, marketing, inventory, budget control, and partnering on HR functions for projects up to 450 retail units.Key clients include: • Linens n’ Things• Bombay Company • Sharper Image• Border’s Books• JCPenney • Belk Department Stores • Trident Fashions UK • Rite Aid DrugsGrace, integrity and empathy are essential traits to be demonstrated in these difficult environments.

Plymouth Mn

Recruited to launch and grow the retail channel for a national direct-to-consumer bedding manufacturer establishing 350 locations. Joined executive management in 1996 as Director.Hired and directed 7 highly specialized regional sales teams, working in 50 states including AK and HI to produce multi-day sales events, conduct presentations, convert sales, and coordinate delivery logistics. Controlled 2 national tertiary retail channels as profit centers, creating comprehensive training and analyzing performance statistics and business trends across channels to produce net profits in excess of 22% annually over a 3 year growth term. • Established expense control standards and consistent same-store sales comparisons; regularly presented growth strategy plans to the executive team • Developed sales and marketing initiatives for 3 selling channels including customized direct mail, radio, celebrity promotions, and variable trade show environments, generating a business model for future expansion• Contributed to product development, integrating a full line of upholstered furniture that led to the acquisition of a new business entityI have profound respect and admiration for my Team and direct reports for the extraordinary results achieved in our time together.

Tx, Md, Ks, Fl

I have been fortunate to have grown professionally and personally over the years, due in large part to my interaction with work colleagues, mentors and lifelong friends that continue to inspire.Appointed by Tandy Chairman and Retail President to lead development and execution of a transformation plan to turn existing appliance and electronics super centers into “big box” clones• Initiated new merchandising plans, operating procedures, and employee culture based on emerging trends in retail philosophies and practices• Implemented new, detailed inventory, merchandising, and asset management programs to meet the control requirements of larger, more diverse inventory levels- "The mind is target seeking" - You can't motivate a person. However, you can stimulate their environment...

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