David Heredia Email & Phone Number

Elizabeth, Nj, Us

Investor of Mamajuana CafeMamajuana Cafe Woodbridge, NJ Mamajuana Cafe Philadelphia, PAOperation and marketing specialist

Secaucus, Nj, Us

As District Manager at Vitamin World, I fostered an inspirational and motivational environment through district-level strategies, prioritization of workflow, and proven sales methodologies. Designed and implemented standard operating procedures (SOPs) to promote fidelity across operations.• I proactively managed, analyzed, and tracked financial and operational data to derive insights, trends, and risk of goal attainment.• I accelerated growth through a six-step sales approach focusing on world-class customer service.• I demonstrated a proven track record of continuous success, profitability, and creative issue resolution. I increased sales year-over-year on average 1-5%.• I drove the implementation of company-wide systems to increase revenue, control expenses, and maximize resources. I partnered with Store Managers to reduce district payroll 5-10%.• I concurrently managed large-scale projects through all phases including concept, design, and execution.• I spearheaded the successful opening of 6 new concept stores in New Jersey and New York.• I maintained a strong pipeline of talent through the recruitment, on-boarding, and mentoring of top-performing leadership.• I championed an environment of continuous learning through training to maximize the talents of employees.• Key Achievement: Key Achievement: Recipient of 2012 TIARA, a coveted award voted on by peers.Key Achievement: Critically assessed operations of a district comprised of 23 stores in NV, CO, TX, MO, and TN.• Key Achievement: Reduced shrink from -2% to -0.1% in less than three months.• Key Achievement: Raised YTD sales by 1% to plan (January-April 2020). Improved district performance to comp sales in 2015, 2016, 2018, and 2019.

In my role of as Store Manager at GNC, I coordinated administrative, human resources, operations, and distribution functions to achieve store and company goals.• I prioritized daily workflow, managed productivity, visual merchandising, and ensured employees delivered exceptional service to customers.• I recruited, scheduled, and coached a high-performing team of associates for new store locations. I developed and mentored 3 employees resulting in advancement to roles of increased scope and accountability.• I gathered and interpreted financial data to set individual sales goals, identify under performing metrics, generate solutions to complex issues, and drive business decisions. I tracked and monitored the achievement of Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).• I designed and implemented high-impact training programs to enhance the product knowledge of employees and improve consultative sales techniques. I trained and developed 5 new store managers.• I monitored cost control and expenses, managed inventory, and implemented loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage.• Key Achievement: Reduced inventory shrinkage from 3% to 0.8%.• Key Achievement: Leveraged strong and business acumen to increase store sales from $800K to $1.2M in one year, store achieved $2.1M in sales in 2009.• Key Achievement: Promoted to DMIT due to the ability to continually foster a results-driven store.

As Store Manager, I hired and managed a team of 6 employees. I coached and developed a high-performing team and led weekly training to enhance the skills of employees. I compiled information and tracked Key Performance Indicators to identify areas of improvement and opportunity. Key Achievement: I modeled consultative sales strategies resulting in sales volume increases of $1M over 18 months. Key Achievement: Opened 2 new stores and trained staff and Store Manager to ensure fidelity and adherence to company standards.Key Achievement: Reduced shrink average to under 0.3% through the successful implementation of loss prevention strategies and regular inventory counts.

Associate Of Applied Science In Business Marketing, Business Marketing

Associate Of Applied Science In Engineering, Engineering

High School Diploma