RICHARD HELM
**** ****** ****** ****** *****, PA.
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Profile
Able to prioritize and operate proactively. Able to
lead others in high-demand situations. Ability to grasp
new ideas and integrate them into desired results.
Experience Manager, Rent-A-Center. 1990 - 2010
Managed one of the largest rent to own locations in the
tri-state area.
Rented and sold household products to a diversified
customer base.
Recruited and trained all employees in the 7 store
district.
Maximixed profit by reducing losses and reduced
spending while increasing revenues.
Managed inventory and all accounts payables and
receivables.
Coached employees for work performances.
Created yearly budget and managed monthly P&L
statements looking for mistakes and opportunities.
Assisted with quarterly audits with District Manager.
w Ranked in the top 1.5% out of more than 3000 stores
for profit.
w Lead manager in district for hiring and training all
new employees.
w Chosen for District Management training program.
w Presidents Award for profit 10 years straight.
w Risk Management award for being safety free.
District Manager, Chubbs Bagels. 1986 - 1990
Oversaw the opening of 4 new franchise locations.
Selected and trained new employees.
Helped to develop advertising ideas to increase
exposure.
Implemented cost saving ideas with all owners by having
them make purchases locally.
Followed up with stores to make sure all franchise
policies were being utilized.
w Reduced food costs by more than 25% in 3 months.
General Manager, Bloomingdales. 1984 - 1986
Managed front and back of upscale restaurant.
Hired and trained cooks and wait stafft o exceed
expectations.
Monitored in store events to maximize the opportunity
for repeat business.
Demonstrated a strong working knowledge in food and
beverage costs.
w Reduced food and beverage costs by more than 30% in 6
months.
Education Business. 1983
Montgomery County Community College
Diploma. 1981
Bishop McDevitt High School