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Title:DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
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CANDIDATE ID: 2884351
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TELEPHONE: 913-***-****
EMAIL: abpww0@r.postjobfree.com
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HOTTEST SKILLS: product, sale, market, marketing, profit, profit, brand, growth, revenue,
strategic, trial, finance, profitability, revenue, advertising, competitive market,
pricing, sales rep, acquisition, agreement
REVISION: 08-SEP-02
RESUME:
NAME: BRAD LUCHT
ADDRESS: PO BOX 3256
CITY: OLATHE
STATE/PROVINCE: KS
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COUNTRY: USA
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PHONE: 913-***-****
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BRAD LUCHT
PO BOX 3256
OLATHE, KS 66063-3256
abpww0@r.postjobfree.com
This letter and the enclosed resume are in response to your recent listing on the
Internet.
Thank you for the opportunity to share the enclosed information with you.
I have been involved in every phase of business in my 28 year career and am a very strong
general manager with a keen feel for enhancing the bottom line. My track record in sales,
marketing and business development is particularly strong. I also have extensive
international
experience. Additionally, my most recent successes have centered around national brand
development and building a new division from start-up to a profitable $25 million in one
and
one-half years for Brunswick Corporation.
SENIOR LEVEL EXECUTIVE
Dynamic management career leading successful start-up, turnaround and transition
companies.
Comprehensive experience in all business areas including P&L management, sales,
marketing, and
operations. Proven effectiveness in restructuring and strengthening existing operations
with
bottom-line results. Consistently successful in identifying and capitalizing upon market
opportunities to drive revenue and profit growth. Equally strong qualifications in team
building and leadership, developing, motivating and managing staffs to achieve corporate
goals.
AREAS of EXPERTISE
STRATEGIC PLANNING GENERAL MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATIONAL TURNAROUND
CHANGE MANAGEMENTPRODUCT & BRAND DEVELOPMENT INTERNATIONAL SOURCING
MANUFACTURING DISTRIBUTION
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
NELSON/WEATHER-RITE
Lenexa, Kansas
Vice President
- Field and Stream Products 1995-present
Challenged to lead division from start-up phase through full operation including
recruitment
and staff development, product sourcing, development and pricing, sales, marketing, and
P&L
management. Directly supervise a staff of 7 management reports and 70 sales
representatives.
Achievements:
Built division sales from zero to $25 million in just 1.5 years in highly competitive
market.
Developed entirely new sources for product line saving approximately 25%.
Dramatically reduced product returns 500y improving quality.
Innovated and launched 5 new product lines.
Secured agreement as largest licensee for major national brand.
AVID OUTDOOR
Olathe, Kansas
Executive Vice President / Chief Operating Officer
1991-1995
Returned company to profitability and directed entire operations of well-known
international
outdoor leisure products company with 40+ employees. Full P&L management responsibility
including sales, marketing, advertising, product sourcing and development, and import
functions. Developed and led synergistic team comprised of 6 managers and 60 sales
professional.
Achievements
Grew sales from $20 million to $35 million in 1st year through strong leadership.
Spearheaded development and introduction of successful new product line in 1st 6
months.
Improved product sourcing and margins by 60%.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE continued...
REDHEAD CORPORATION
Springfield, Missouri
President / Chief Operating Officer
1987-1991
Appointed to restore profitability and implemented strategies to revitalize operations,
improve
productivity, strengthen customer service, and produce revenue growth. Directed sales,
marketing, product development, manufacturing, and distribution, and human resources.
Company
is now private label and mainstay of Bass Pro mens and womens clothing business.
Achievements:
Revitalized and turned around $15 million loss operation to a profitable company with
$20 million in annual sales.
Orchestrated successful relocation and seamless transition from Dallas to Springfield
location.
Revamped and innovative winning marketing strategy changing approach to "made in U.S."
CHAMPION OUTERWEAR COMPANY
Fitzgerald, Georgia
Vice President / General Manager
1985-1987
Provided strategic leadership direction to $19 million division of Champion Products
(formerly
Holland Apparel Company) with 180 employees. Managed all functional areas including
finance and
banking relations, manufacturing, engineering, distribution, product development, sales
and
marketing, human resources, and administration. Supervised 2 plant managers, 3 finance
managers
and 10 contractors.
MJ INDUSTRIES
St. Louis, Missouri
Vice President of Operations
1984-1985
Recruited by owners to turn around and position underperforming company for subsequent
acquisition. Charged with full decision-making authority in directing entire company
operations
with 2 plants and 500 employees in manufacturing, production planning, purchasing, design
and
product development, MIS, and human resources.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE includes progressively responsible positions in merchandising,
product
development and industrial engineering management for premier apparel companies.
EDUCATION
University of Maryland,
Eastern Shore Wrye, Maryland Industrial Engineering
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