Manager Store
Resume:
Kristopher Rathkamp
Montgomery, TX 77356
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Professional Overview
I have an outstanding track record of successful retail store management.
I have extensive experience in the profitable operation and growth of
multiple stores in a large market. Exceptional leadership combined with
diverse knowledge of retail operation has allowed me to consistently
perform above expectations.
Professional Experience
Retail Store Manager - Walgreens: September 1997- November 2010
Responsible for the management and operation of multiple new stores in the
Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex. Played a key role in the expansion of
Walgreens into the DFW market, by opening new stores, developing the
associated marketing initiatives, and planning the pharmacy infrastructure.
Responsible for the management and operation of stores in Garland,
Rowlett, Rockwall, Huntsville and Conroe, Texas.
Accomplishments include:
. Opened the first Walgreens store in the Dallas market that was
profitable within 1 year. Assisted in the planning, staffing and
merchandizing of 10 new stores in the market.
. Increased annual store revenue an average of 15%.
. And operating profit by 5% on a consistent basis, outperforming the
majority of the stores in the market.
. While managing the Walgreen's Drugstore in Conroe, I have been
instrumental in keeping shrinkage between .5% and 1.2%
. Supervised one of the highest prescription volume pharmacies in the
Huntsville market. Maintained a Certified Pharmacy Technician status.
. Implemented a market specific pricing strategy to maintain an
advantage against competitive stores.
. Set the marketing direction and planned the operational framework of
several new retail stores.
. Managed a staff of over 30 people while maintaining one of the lowest
turnover rates within the district.
. Developed and maintained public relation initiatives with the
communities in which the stores were located.
Assistant Manager - Walgreens: May 1988 - September 1997
Responsible for the daily operation of the pharmacy, photofinishing
department, daily banking work and cash report materials. As an Assistant
Manager, I was directly responsible for staffing of the store, and
merchandising key promotional areas for profit. I assisted in the creation
and oversight of a weekly advertisement for local newspaper. After
completion of the company's management training program, I was given the
opportunity to manage the entire store operation with minimal assistance
from the Store Manager.
Education:
. BBA of Business and Agriculture - Sam Houston State 1990
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