Gerald Allison Email & Phone Number

Wisconsin, United States

Kohler, Wi

$6 billion global manufacturer of premium kitchen, bath, generator, engine, furniture interior, food and beverage products. Owner of international 5-star hospitality and golf destinations. Managed multiple business and product lines, including KOHLER gourmet chocolates and brandies and Woodlake Market, with $9 million annual revenue. Full P&L responsibility and accountability for financial analysis, projections and strategic recommendations to executive management.Increased direct operating income by 18% and reduced cost per piece by 6% over prior year by streamlining inventory management and manufacturing processes, level loading production and cross training and developing employees which improved engagement and reduced turnover.Lead development, go-to-market strategy and launch for 10+ new products / product line extensions Lead development, go-to-market strategy, and launch of new KOHLER Dark Chocolate Brandy business and subsequent launch of new Chocolate Mint flavor. Achieved profitability in year one. Achieved nearly 200% increase in KOHLER Dark Chocolate Brandy year over year Costco sales by securing product placement in all 11 Wisconsin locations.Increased e-commerce revenue growth by 30% in year one and 37% in year two by leading development, launch, and execution of first amazon.com sales channel.Grew retail sales channel over 50% by securing new placement in a major Wisconsin grocery retailer and doubling sales to a pre-existing retailer. Led market research and competitive analysis of relevant industry trends and business developments.Participated in monthly business reviews with Executive Chairman and executive committee.

Kohler, Wisconsin

Managed full P&L and all retail operations of premium grocery market focused on specialty, organic, locally sourced and hand selected merchandise. Achieved three straight years of double-digit top line growth and bottom-line profit improvement.Improved gross margin from 29% to 34% over three-year period by minimizing spoilage and waste through improved vendor relationship management, restructured inventory control processes, establishment of proper par levels and utilization of JIT perishable product ordering.Created, planned and implemented store marketing plans, advertising, and special events.Maximized SKU productivity by proposing and executing a major store renovation, which included the design and install of theatrical lighting and a total store reset to highlight key departments Created and developed capital plans and served as project manager for capital expenditures of $100K-$300K. Managed a project team which planned and launched a first-to-market, e-commerce, community grocery pick-up and delivery service.

West Bend, Wi

Upscale premium retail grocer with 17 stores throughout Southeastern Wisconsin. Privately held. Managed all P&L and retail operations for a $15 million revenue center, including marketing, staffing, training, and event planning and execution.Earned promotion to store director within 2 years of initial hire as assistant store director. Grew new West Bend store to #2 spot in financial performance after completing highly successful development, set-up and store opening in new market.Maximized success of store support, operations, and guest service functions through proposal and implementation of store management structure.Hired and trained all department managers Lead team of department managers to ensure premium quality products and guest experience

Germantown, Wisconsin

Oversee all areas of retail operation with and in the absence of the Store Director.

Grafton, Wisconsin

Oversee all areas of retail operation with and in the absence of the Store Director.

Served on the Career and Technical Student Organization’s (CTSO) Leadership Team as a Leadership Specialist. It was the responsibility of the two other team members and I to work with and train state officers of the different college organizations involved in the CTSO (Wisconsin Marketing and Management Association, Skills USA, Postsecondary Agricultural Students, and Business Professionals of America) in areas such as public speaking, team and group dynamics, leadership development, creative problem solving, and time management

Hartford, Wisconsin

Responsible for managing and maintaining store with and in the absence of the Store ManagerCreate new and profitable in-store promotions and programs to encourage store sales and growth within the communityImmediately supervise and work with a team of assistant managers as well as a stock-crewLead employees by encouraging excellence to maximize productivityUphold overall store imageDemonstrate effective and profitable shelf management and merchandising skillsBuild and maintain profitable displays as necessaryOrganize and maintain cleanliness of backroomControl and manage inventory levelsWork with sales representatives to manage direct store delivery (DSD) inventory levelsWrite orders and surveys weekly which includes “Hot Buys” and weekly “Pre-booking” for upcoming sale itemsImmediately supervise ordering being done for the grocery, dairy, and frozen food departmentsHandle employee and customer issues as they ariseTrain employees and managers in areas such as job duties and requirements, and customer serviceMaintain high levels of moralWork to inspire motivation within the company culture

Hartford, Wisconsin

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Business Management

Associate, Retail Management And Marketing

Activities and Societies: Wisconsin Marketing and Management Association/Delta Epsilon Chi