Responsibilities include warehouse operations, inventory management, production/manufacturing management, and logistics.

• Corporate management of 11 retail locations: 30,000 - 50,000 sq. ft. each, 420 employees with combined revenue of 140,000 - 145,000 million in annual sales. Responsible for district-wide P&L objectives. Ensure all operational policies and procedures are adhered to resulting in increased productivity and higher profitability.• Perform consistent analysis to identify areas of opportunity; create and implement strategic plans for growth, productivity, and optimization. Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to ensure plan success and enhance customer service. Project and monitor sales and payroll budgets for district to meet corporate goals.• Cultivate long-term relationships, develop a positive working environment, and attract high-quality talent to create sustainable success. Implemented a Leadership Development Program. Recruited and hired 22 employees eventually selected for Store Managers. Monitor employee and location levels to create customized training plans and target any deficiencies. • Effectively identify and capitalize on sales and partnership opportunities. Develop and integrate merchandising strategies to enhance brand and enforce high quality standards. Manage each location to create a “neighborhood store” appeal.• Develop district-wide policies as needed. Establish productivity goals and benchmarks. Train employees on safety and corporate compliance. Monitor for best practices.

• Nearly ten years of retail management experience. Managed store associates, opening and closing responsibilities, sales growth initiatives, and employee development to exceed gross profit margins. • Executed store planograms to increase sales and profitability.• Analyzed reports to develop innovative business strategies to maximize sales and profitability• Consistently developed vendor relationships while negotiating pricing and margins