Michael Russell
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Objective To obtain a executive management position, located in the Finger Lakes with a
growth company that is seeking a hands on leader.
Experience Branch Manager
November 2011 to Present Airgas, Ithaca NY
Responsible for all branch operations, sales, and P&L statement.
Primary responsibilities include; growing sales and maintaining margin.
Meeting company standards for operations and merchandising.
Scheduling deliveries, truck maintenance, maintaining DOT compliance.
Integrated to SAP inventory control system.
Sales Manager
June 2005 to January 2011 Lowes Home Improvement, Ithaca NY
Promoted after only two years as area manager.
Responsible for installed sales, commercial sales and projects selling.
Recruiting, hiring, training, developing sales specialist and contractors.
Over 30 direct reports and 20 contractors.
Logistics Manager
June 2002 to June 2005 Wal-Mart, Big Flats NY
Responsible for all inventory, stocking and backroom areas.
Previously assigned to Corning super center.
Completed food school and management development training.
Hardlines Manager
April 1999 to May 2002 Ames Department store, Horseheads NY
Responsible for all hard lines purchasing and inventory control.
Responsible for all ad sets and stock rotation.
Merchandising to company standard and overall store presentation.
Education SUNY Delhi, Delhi New York
August 1995 to May 1997
AAS Business Administration.
Business Management Certificate.
Student senator and orientation leader.
References References are available on request.
Michael Russell
17 Ridge Rd. Horseheads, NY. 607-***-****. **********@****.**.***
Michael Russell
17 Ridge Rd. Horseheads, NY. 607-***-****. **********@****.**.***