CORY JAMES
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Ambitious operations manager with more than 5 years of management experience. Focused on
process improvement and talent development. Applies strong analytical and critical thinking skills to
solve complex operational problems.
QUALIFICATIONS
Operations Management P&L Management
Recruiting and Interviewing Critical thinking
Complex Problem Solving Budgeting
Talent Development Resource Management
Analysis and Performance Business Performance
Evaluation Improvement
EDUCATION
BBA: Finance
2006
University of Arkansas at Little Rock - Little Rock, AR
EXPERIENCE
Branch Manager
06/2011 to Current
Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes - L ewisville, TX
Oversee day to day operation of the branch, with full P&L responsibilities.
Effectively manage inventory levels, along with purchase and receiving
activities.
Actively recruit, interview, and oversee training for all new branch
employees.
Conduct credit investigations and analysis on existing and prospective
customers.
Develop and implement market plans to aggressively grow sales and
identify prospect opportunities.
Awarded for exceptional organizational methods in 2013.
Exceeded budgeted sales and performance goals for two consecutive
years.
Assistant Manager
01/2008 to 06/2011
Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes - Little Rock, AR
Directed purchasing and receiving activity.
Assisted in determining staffing needs, branch employee recruitment,
and establishing work schedules.
Trained all new employees on store procedures and policies.
Analyzed marketing information and translated it into strategic plans.
Implemented a new delivery system to improve branch efficiency and
raise the bar for customer service.
Area Supervisor
09/2003 to 01/2008
Kohl's - Little Rock, AR
Lead and directed the workflow of store sales associates.
Executed department merchandising and operational functions to
company standards.
Oriented and trained sales associates on selling floor operations.
Communicated sales and performance goals.
Performed open and close procedures, along with cash office
reconciliation.
Provided excellent customer service.