Michael Studt
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614-***-**** *********@*******.***
Core Competencies
? Multi-Unit Retail Management and ? Action Plans and Forecasting
Operations
? Distribution Center and Inventory ? Workflow Processes to Optimize
Management Efficiency
? Sales Staff Management and Reports ? Outstanding Customer Service and
Relations
? Human Resources Administration ? Superior Interpersonal,
Presentation and Persuasion Skills
? Financial Analysis and P & L ? Organized with Strong Analytical
Reporting Abilities
? Safety and DOT Compliance ? Articulate Oral and Written
Communication
? Leadership, Training, and Team ? Multitasking in Fast-Paced
Building Environments
Career Background
DalTile and Stone Corporation Annapolis and Lanham, MD
Sales Service Center Manager May 2005-Feb
2009
Directed and coordinated daily operations of two multi million dollar Sales
Service Centers for the retail and commercial market. Built and cultivated
long-term quality relationships with commercial and retail customers. Lead,
directed, managed and coached outside sales representatives and inside
hourly associates to meet and exceed sales plans and increase market share.
Implemented sales strategies, trained staff and prepared work schedules to
optimize efficiency with all daily operations. Demonstrate keen expertise
with the sales process, leadership and teambuilding, pricing, presentation
and closing techniques, minimizing expenses, full profit and loss
accountability, aging/accounts receivable, freight management, inventory
management, safety and DOT compliance, vendor management, theft and loss
prevention, approval and rejections of claims and all aspects for the
successful operation of the facilities. Regularly communicated with
customers and offered solutions to maintain customer loyalty in order to
provide total satisfaction with DalTile.
Major Accomplishments:
Forecasted and met a sales plan to achieve corporate goals and
objectives
Achieved "Presidents Club Award" consecutive quarters
Spearheaded many cost-saving measures
The Tile Shop Cincinnati, Columbus, Dayton, OH
Assistant Store Manager Jul 2000-Mar
2005
Displayed unsurpassed leadership, implement and meet a sales plan for two
new showrooms. Greatly surpassed all monthly sales goals to generate
revenue and drive expansion. Determined staffing requirements, hired,
trained, coached and developed sales associates as well as fostered team
unity toward achievement of sales quotas. Met or exceeded all sales
expectations and provided outstanding customer service in order to produce
new business opportunities and referrals. Conceptualized innovative and
effective product marketing strategies, advertising campaigns and sales
promotions to increase revenue and drove expansion.
Major Accomplishments:
Obtained "Chairman's Club Award" consecutive quarters
Recognized as "Top 20 Sales Representative" consecutive months
Keynoted as "Top 5 Assistant Manager" quarters
Education
Bachelor of Arts