Michael Presley Email & Phone Number

Huntsville, Alabama

N.E. Tennessee

Manage day to day operations of a "big box" retailer of food and general merchandise serving over 13,000 customers a week. Direct and motivate staff of 150+ in all areas of sales, customer service, merchandising, scheduling, expense control, cash management, inventory control and security.Aided in expansion from Big K format to full-line supercenter working with general contractor and 25 subcontracting companies. Completed ahead of schedule and $230,000 under budget.Generated over $1.3 million in positive cash flow in 2004; gross margin improvement of 7.8% over prior year and expense improvement of 12.4% over prior year.Ranked No. 2 in division for "Mystery Shop" (customer satisfaction) surveys in 2004 with score of 94.5; leading 2005 with score of 98.5.Led district in Smart Plan sales in 2004 with a 9.7% increase over 2003.Expanded store's involvement in the community by organizing fire safety awareness campaign in conjunction with fire department; coordinated with police department a fingerprinting event for children; top fundraiser for March of Dimes in community and district for 2004.

Last position was as a Super Center Manager.

Manage daily operations of a multi-million dollar location including all aspects of sales, inventory management, customer service, staffing and training. Member of Chairman's Club (top 20 in the company) for customer service and invited to participate in a conference call with the CEO.Improved profitability by reducing shrink and increasing sales at both locations through inventory control and improved merchandising.Assisted in inventory analysis throughout district by reviewing proper bookkeeping procedures and preparation for selected stores.

Manage staff in all areas of receiving, merchandising, training, maintenance of equipment and physical security of company assets. Accountable for layout implementation, safety compliance, scheduling, office procedures and completion of annual reviews.

Supervise staff of 50 associates to maximize scheduling efficiency, inventory integrity, price maintenance, merchandising implementation and training. Achieved sales increase of 12% by focusing on key drivers of the business.

Direct staff of 15 associates in all aspects of departmental operations including: ordering, scheduling, maintaining accurate state and federal firearms records, inventory control, merchandising displays, stockroom maintenance and implementation of company programs. Realized significant sales increase and became one of the top profit producers in the region.

Responsibilities included customer service, merchandising counters, set/sign displays, assist with departmental layouts and unloading /staging of warehouse deliveries.Various jobs while attending college:Direct sales for cable companySales associate for storage building/truck accessory franchiseGeneral laborer for construction company

Bba, Finance

Education record

Completed courses for and obtained Affiliate Broker real estate license

Pre-Med Curriculum Of Chemistry And Biology

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Finance