David Ritch

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Retired at Sears Canada Inc. @
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Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Canada
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I have an extensive background in both retail management and logistics services with Sears Canada Inc. Over my 42 year career I held assignments of increasing responsibility.During my time at the Calgary National Logistics Centre I have worked for a number of leaders. My experience as store manager of four retail stores showed that when given the opportunity, I got results and was rewarded with assignments of greater responsibility. My key strengths and skills include: • I am results oriented • I am able to drive continuous I

David Ritch's Current Company Details
Sears Canada Inc.

Sears Canada Inc.

Retired at Sears Canada Inc.
David Ritch Work Experience Details
  • Sears Canada Inc.
    Retired
    Sears Canada Inc. Aug 2015 - Present
    Calgary, Canada Area
    Retired after 42 years with Sears Canada Inc.
  • Sears Canada
    Manager Logistics Support, Calgary National Logistics Centre
    Sears Canada 2001 - Aug 2015
    Calgary, Alberta
    I was responsible for the support functions of a 622,000 sq ft distribution facility that employed up to 300 associates. This facility distributed merchandise to Sears locations throughout Western Canada, from Vancouver Island to Western Ontario. I was responsible for managing the P&L and controlling all expenses.
  • Sears Canada
    Store Manager Calgary Southcentre
    Sears Canada 2000 - 2001
    Calgary, Alberta
    I was appointed as store manager when the store was still under construction. It was a conversion from an Eatons store to a Sears store. I oversaw the hiring of 10 salaried managers and 250 associates. I was responsible for the merchandising and the opening of the store. I managed it for 8 months and was responsible for the associates, the sales and all expenses on the P&L. After the opening I applied for the Operations Manager at the Calgary National Logistics Centre, the job title was later changed to Manager Logistics Support.
  • Sears Canada
    Store Manager Calgary Chinook
    Sears Canada 1992 - 2000
    Calgary, Alberta
    The Calgary Chinook store was one of the largest full line stores in Canada at the time I managed it. I lead the team through good sales increases during my 8 years as store manager in this store. During this time the company invested in two major renovations as a result of the strong sales. These renovations were challenging as the store remained open during both of them. This was an invaluable experience in keeping the team focused on sales and profit while major construction was taking place.
  • Sears Canada
    Store Manager Calgary Marlborough
    Sears Canada 1991 - 1992
    Calgary, Alberta
    I had a short stay in this store, I was responsible for the associates, the sales and the management of the P&L. This store included an attached Auto Centre.
  • Sears Canada
    Store Manager Medicine Hat
    Sears Canada 1989 - 1991
    Medicine Hat, Alberta
    I was the store manager of this store for two years. I was responsible for the associates, the sales and managing the P&L. This store had an attached auto centre.
  • Sears Canada
    Store Superintendent, Edmonton Kingsway
    Sears Canada 1988 - 1989
    Edmonton, Alberta
    I was responsible for all operating expenses and human resources. The Edmonton Kingsway store was one of the largest in the company. I gained invaluable experience in the short 10 months I was at this store, I was promoted to store manager of the Medicine Hat store.
  • Sears Canada
    Store Superintendent, Prince George, B.C.
    Sears Canada 1976 - 1988
    Prince George, B.C.
    I held various positions during this time frame. including Store Superintendent, Service Centre Manager, Sales Manager, Personnel Manager, Operating Superintendent, Customer Service Manager, Unit Buying Control Manager, Training Manager and Division Manager
  • Sears Canada
    Management Trainee, Victoria, B.C.
    Sears Canada 1974 - 1976
    Victoria B.C.
    While I was attending the University of Victoria, I started working at the Sears Hillside store. I started in the auto centre as an installer and later joined the management trainee program. Sears was expanding in B.C. at the time with the opening of the Chilliwack store and the Prince George store. I applied for a division management position in the Prince George store
  • Mount Royal University
    Supply Chain Management Partnership Council
    Mount Royal University 2011 - Jun 2015
    Calgary, Alberta
    I was on the Advisory Board of the Supply Chain Partnership Council along with 13 other industry leaders for 4 years.
  • Calgary Winterfest
    Board Member
    Calgary Winterfest 1999 - 2001
    I sat on the Board of Directors for two years for the Calgary Winterfest

David Ritch Skills

Managing Up To 300 Associates Managing Multi Million Dollar Expense Accounts Managing P&ls Managing Through Transitions Multi Skilled P&l Management Forecasting Management Leadership Logistics Supply Chain Team Leadership Supply Chain Management Training Budgets Retail Continuous Improvement Sales Customer Service P&l Inventory Management Merchandising Human Resources Operations Management Logistics Management Store Management Time Management Inventory Control Customer Satisfaction Budgeting

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