District/Regional Manager

  Performance-driven leader with consistent track record of results in driving growth, optimizing operations, delivering world-class service, building and retaining dynamic teams, and maximizing sales and profits

  Managed 14 stores across a 3-state district generating $150M+ in annual sales, 2010-2016

  Led district to earn 1^st Place Award for highest company-wide comp sales, 2012

  Selected to spearhead pioneering district pilot test, with many concepts and strategies subsequently adopted for company-wide implementation, 2013-2014; rewarded with substantial salary increase and recognized throughout company for dynamic project leadership

  Achieved zero executive turnover as manager of district training store, 2007-2010

  Successfully improved and met associate retention goals for 2 consecutive years

  Attained top inventory results in district for 3 consecutive years, 2007-2010; earned Top 5% ranking in company, 2008 and 2009

  Steered store to generate 16% increase in credit, leading to 20% growth in MVC accounts; 2008

  While Assistant Manager, gained valuable management experience in multiple areas of operation including Human Resources (HR), Children s, Footwear and Home (CFH) and Apparel and Accessories (AA), 2003-2007

  Won multiple company-wide sales contests as Account Manager with Coca-Cola Bottling Company, 1998-2003

  Selected to steer high-profile planograms development project subsequently launched throughout Shop and Save grocery store chain; increased Coca-Cola space allocation 25% while simultaneously reducing competitor positioning by same percentage

  Comprehensive background in steering multi-million dollar business operations ranging from new store openings, human resources, sales, customer service, and merchandising through inventory control, procurement, administrative, budgeting, and P&L

  Talent for defining, developing and executing targeted strategies to grow revenue, increase competitive leveraging, maximize use of resources, improve productivity/efficiency, and control costs

  Motivating, hands-on leader successful in hiring, training, developing, directing, and retaining high-performance managers and associates

  Sharp analytical, decision making and organizational skills

Kohl s Department Stores-multiple locations 2003-2016

District Manager-Salt Lake City Metro; 2010-2016

  Promoted to manage 14 stores throughout UT, WY and SD generating over $150M in annual sales volume; achieved high level of success in boosting performance across operations, sales, customer service, and bottom-line profits

  Oversaw full-scope district operations spanning human resources, business development, sales, promotion, and customer service through pricing, merchandising, inventory control, administrative, and financial/P&L

  Applied dynamic succession planning and people development talents toward building and retaining team of top-notch executives; included direct leadership of 40+ salaried executives

  Piloted district-wide store remodels of over 45K square feet of sales floor space; based on success, many products, fixtures, pricing, strategies, and concepts were rolled out throughout company

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Store Manager-North Logan, UT; 2007-2010

  Progressed to lead staff in broad areas of operation ranging from sales and merchandising to customer service and credit successfully improved results across multiple key performance metrics

  Effectively hired, trained and developed staff, including promoting 2 Assistant Managers to Store Managers; as manager of district training store, also successfully trained 12 new executives for new store locations

  Concurrently served as Executive Store Support, playing vital role in successful grand openings of several new locations

  Consistently monitored operations and managed performance while ensuring compliance with company policies, best practices and programs

Assistant Manager-HR/Operations, AA, CFH -St. Louis, MO; 2003-2007

  Held Assistant Manager positions with HR, CFH and AA departments across 4 stores, with annual revenue ranging from $17M to $24M

  Proficiently managed operations to achieve dynamic results in both district and regional stores throughout the region

  As key management team member with district training store, additionally trained and developed 6 new executives as well as served on district College Recruiting team

Coca-Cola Bottling Company-St. Louis, MO 1998-2003

Account Manager

  Successfully managed multi-million dollar territory of 45+ stores to maximize sales production and achieve and surpass aggressive performance goals; won multiple company sales contests

  Effectively built and directed strong team of 14 Display Support Representatives

Computer Science Major, St. Louis University

GPA: 4.0/4.0

Dean s List 2001-2003

Academic Scholarship; 2002-2003

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Dear__________________:

Are you seeking a driven District/Regional Manager with a track record of success in generating results to support you in optimizing bottom-line performance? I am currently exploring new career opportunities and am submitting my resume for review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

As demonstrated, I launched my career with Kohl s Department Stores in 2003, rapidly progressing from Assistant Manager across multiple departments and stores to Store Manager of a district training store and culminating in 6 years as District Manager of a 3-state region generating $150M+ in annual sales. My experience spans all areas of operation, from multi-unit management, human resources, sales, customer service, and merchandising through inventory control, procurement, administrative, and P&L. Prior to this, I was an Account Manager of a multi-million dollar territory of 45+ stores with Coca Cola Bottling Company, successfully driving sales growth, increasing competitive positioning and delivering world-class account servicing a well as earning multiple company sales contests. Among my recent achievements I have successfully:

  Driven our district to Rank #1 in company-wide comp sales

  Steered a pilot test at the district level which was subsequently adopted for implementation throughout our company

  Managed a district training store, where I trained 12 new executives for new stores and achieved 100% executive retention for 3 consecutive years

  Led my store to Top 5% company-wide ranking in inventory performance for 2 years

I am now eager to continue to build my career as a member of your executive/senior management team. As an employee, you will find me to be a decisive, strategic and motivating leader leveraged to deliver immediate and long-range results and committed to collaborating in your success. I am confident that I would be a valuable asset to your organization, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

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Dear _______________________________:

I would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting (INSERT TITLE OF POSITION YOU INTERVIEWED FOR) position currently available with your company. Having gained a deeper insight into the position requirements and your objectives, I am confident you will find me a valuable asset in achieving your goals.

As discussed, my vast background in driving full-scope business operations backed by a track record of success in boosting bottom-line performance should translate to dynamic results as a member of your senior management team. In particular, I believe you will find my expertise in (ADDRESS A FEW SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/ACHIEVEMENTS RELEVANT TO THE POSITION WHICH YOU SPECIFICALLY DISCUSSED DURING THE INTERVIEW) instrumental in supporting your immediate and long-term objectives.

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