✓ Strategically led and managed a diverse team of 12 Corporate Managers that oversaw 60+ team members that collectively impacted 2.2k+ Aldi US locations.✓ Demonstrated visionary leadership by providing full oversight and strategic direction for five key pillars: National Operational and Facilities Service Accounts, US Retail Payments, Large Scale National/International Project Management, Corporate Travel Program, and Fraud and Loss.✓ Acted as the trusted tactical partner to the CFO and Presidents of Aldi by coordinating and evaluating special projects while constructing comprehensive project plans that streamlined operations, enhanced sales, and reduced costs.✓ Achieved significant cost savings by re-negotiating agreements with Visa and Mastercard that resulting in $4.5M in reduced retail payment fees. ✓ Analyzed and optimized the utilization of national service contracts with Waste Management/Republic, Cintas, Aramark, Academy Fire, Pest Control, Loomis Cash Management and others. Negotiated new rates and saved $4M.✓ Implemented and developed ServiceChannel as a facilities management platform that captured $3.2M in savings.✓ Encouraged collaboration and established the Project Management Center of Excellence (CoE.) Spearheaded the development of a tailored operational project management training program that enhanced capabilities.✓ Created a partnership ecosystem by leading the centralization effort of National Operational and Facility Service Accounts for 26 US divisions. Maintained ongoing oversight, optimization, cost control, invoice/spend validation, and collaborative vendor relationships.✓ Provided consultation and collaboration on international committees and projects that impacted over 14 countries and 8.5k store locations.

✓ Cultivated partnerships with key industry figures that secured prime real estate sites for Aldi store construction. Demonstrated outstanding negotiation skills by successfully closing deals. Led a cross-functional team comprised of Construction Managers, Site Selection Analysts, and administrative staff.✓ Orchestrated the end-to-end development of high-value Aldi store locations, from conceptualization to completion. Meticulously adhered to allocated budgets, expertly managed the design, and successfully opened stores.✓ Proactively executed CR/sustainability initiatives assigned by the regional VP and National Real Estate VP by effectively overseeing and leading special projects.

✓ Established and led an eight-member District Manager acquisition team by successfully recruiting and onboarding 600 highly skilled employees for 34 new stores within a span of six months. Achieved an impressive turnover rate of less than 5% while adhering to a significantly reduced budget.✓ Demonstrated exceptional leadership in overseeing the operations of three established retail stores. Surpassed loss prevention targets and boosted year-over-year sales results by 22%.✓ Navigated the seamless transition and remodeling process for 62 acquired real estate sites and ensured the successful conversion into fully operational Aldi Stores.

✓ Led and inspired a team of representatives that achieved exceptional results in all loss categories. Propelled the team to become top performers within the company, while also ensuring consistent sales growth.✓ Orchestrated the comprehensive operations of five Aldi retail stores. Oversaw annual revenue of approximately $40.8M and managed a team of 65+ employees.✓ Demonstrated adaptive leadership in navigating dynamic market conditions, consistently evaluating competitors, and devising and executing operational strategies that enhanced customer satisfaction and drove business success.

✓ Precisely measured, recorded, and reported financial performance for multiple entities within the Spectrum umbrella by adhering to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and SOX requirements.✓ Successfully maintained well-balanced intercompany accounts with all Latin American subsidiaries. Reported accuracy and results to the leadership team.✓ Delivered outstanding project accounting support to South American entities by facilitating the implementation of SAP in Spanish across all business units.

✓ Conducted precise measurement, documentation, and reporting of the Credit Union's financial performance, adhering to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and National Credit Union Association Standards (NCUA).✓ Deployed comprehensive cost accounting techniques that thoroughly evaluated branch and department performance. Enabled data-driven recommendations for streamlined operations to executive management.✓ Successfully oversaw accounting procedures for six subsidiary companies that comprised the Credit Union Enterprise. Efficiently and effectively managed all entities.