David Brophy Email & Phone Number

Virginia Beach, Va.

Responsible for the marketing, forecasting, planning, and sales execution. Development of key customers and other project planning elements.

Virginia Beach

Specialties:Merchandising StrategyMarketing StrategyVendor/Relationship ManagementProject & Change ManagementProcess Engineering & AdoptionTraining Development & Delivery

Virginia Beach Va.

SummaryManagement executive with demonstrated success in multi-site operations with total profit and loss responsibilities. Innovative, results oriented leader with broad based business experience. Demonstrated success in driving sales, strategic planning, tactical execution, business acumen, financial planning and analysis, purchasing, marketing, collaboration, people development and teamwork. Combines astute business, financial and analytical skills to significantly increase revenues and profitability. Highly skilled change agent with proven ability of process optimization to reduce expenses and enhance performance. Natural leader adept at forging long term positive relationships and impacting sales. Areas of Expertise - Corporate Strategy | Business Planning | Multi-channel Sales Strategy | Retail & Customer Marketing | Sales Management | Licensing | Strategic Partnerships | Forecasting | Sales Operations | Supply Chain

Norfolk, Virginia Area

Responsible for the development and effective execution of business strategies and programs for assigned retail divisions to maximize sales opportunities within the individual store. Duties and Responsibilities: Monitors and maximizes operational performance. Develops financial (sales, inventory, etc.) projections for assigned departments, analyzes operational reports to ensure goals are met. Initiates corrective action as necessary. - Develops, implements and maximizes divisional store merchandising strategies and promotional programs. Reviews submissions from buyers and recommends/establishes advertising requirements for store and regional sales events. Assists in developing advertising schedules. - Keeps abreast of current industry/market trends for assigned departments, through industry publications and personal contacts. Coordinates and conducts comparisons with other retailers to benchmark business practices. - Reviews merchandise stock structure for all NEX locations. Coordinates the development and implementation of model stock plans, seasonal buying plans and the introduction of new items/lines with buyers. Identifies and recommends merchandise classifications appropriate for the store/region. Ensures merchandise in-stock conditions and inventory levels are consistent with NEXCOM merchandise standards and store operating objectives. Provides feedback to merchandise buyers regarding product saleability, local demand, slow/fast moving items, etc. - Supervises assigned personnel. Staffs key vacancies, evaluates performance, takes corrective action, etc. Operates as an integral part of the Navy Exchange complex management staff, including providing supervisory oversight to store operations as assigned. - Exercises a high degree of initiative and business judgment in achieving objectives. Maintains liaison with NEXCOM and regional merchandising and operating staffs regarding business strategies and programs.

Virginia Beach Virginia

Strategic, focused professional offering extensive experience in driving sales, merchandising,supply chain strategy, vendor relationship management, marketing strategy, training development, project planning and change management. Persuasive leader with strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.Specialties:Merchandising StrategyMarketing StrategyVendor/Relationship ManagementProject & Change ManagementProcess Engineering & AdoptionTraining Development & Delivery