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Laurel, Delaware, Us

Responsible for leading the development and execution of the Company's long term strategy.

Laurel, Delaware, Us

Provide the strategic leadership, management and vision to ensure that the company has the proper operational controls, administrative procedures, personnel and systems in place to effectively grow the organization and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency.

Laurel, Delaware, Us

Formulated policies, managed daily operational activities, and planned the use of systems and processes to maximize sales and productivity.

Laurel, Delaware, Us

Managed sales, merchandising and operational functions of a multi-store satellite market located in Dover, DE

Monroe, Mi, Us

Defined, implemented and managed the customer care, in-home delivery, inventory control and store support programs for the Northeast Region.Selected Accomplishments· Developed strategy and implementation plan to consolidate three independent warehouses into a regional distribution center. Initiative reduced operating costs $2M/year. · Led cross-functional team that developed inventory management procedures used to identify and control $10M inventory to within a 0.2% variance.· Devised and executed plan to integrate the first independent dealer into a regional distribution center. Accomplished objective within allotted time frame without increasing headcount, which resulted in a 29% productivity increase.· Directed team that developed, tested and implemented the regional call center and field technician operating procedures.· Recognized as dealer & system integration subject matter expert.

Monroe, Mi, Us

Restructured business and reversed several years of sales stagnation and general market dysfunction. Delivered better-than-market growth and significantly improved profitability of a $27M multi-store home furnishings operation.Selected Accomplishments· Managed team that grew sales 125% over a 5-year period.· Led sales focused initiative that increased the market’s after-treatment closing ratio from 63% to a division leading 80%.· Pioneered use of a demountable truck body system to perform last mile delivery and store support services, which led to warehouse consolidation initiative.· Chosen to lead cross-functional team that selected, developed, tested and implemented a new point-of-sale operating system for the La-Z-Boy Retail Division.

Reengineered workflow processes and changed organizational culture by focusing on leadership mentoring and team dynamics training for a manufacturer of high quality custom sheet metal components and assemblies. Selected Accomplishments· Performed as on-site management lead for team that achieved ISO 9001:2000 certification.· Led cross-functional team that designed and implemented an electro-mechanical assembly cell to support $5M telecommunications contract.· Trained 100+ employees (direct and indirect) how to properly utilize ERP system.· Achieved 1,000-day milestone without experiencing a lost time accident.· Facility recommended for OSHA Voluntary Protection Program Star Worksite Certification.