JOHN ANDERSON

**** *. *** ******* **.● Spokane, WA

406-***-**** ● acujdk@r.postjobfree.com

MANAGER

Self-directed professional with 18+ years of leadership experience, Successfully built collaborative relationships with others, internally and externally on behalf of each organization. Highly motivated, utilizing awareness of the value of diverse teams and the importance of ongoing development strategies. Proven ability to lead and manage multiple exempt and non-exempt workforces of 500+ employees in a multi-million dollar, high volume environment.

KEY STRENGTHS

Budgeting & Forecasting ● Expense Management ● Leadership ● Strategic Planning ● Organizational Development ● SAP ● Inventory Management ● Warehouse Operations ● Continuous Improvement ● FSLA, ADA, HIPPA

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

BIGLOTS Oct 2014 - present

General Manager

Provided learning opportunities, guidance, support, and resources in the development of associates and managers, independently planned for, identified, and applied rigorous, fact-based criteria to set appropriate priorities and make optimal decisions, even in uncertain or complex situations

Generated sales in the close out business through strategic merchandising and consistent customer interaction.

AEROTEK- Dec 2013 –Sept 2014

BARNES DISTRIBUTING, INMUSIC CORP & T&A SUPPLY Sparks, NV, Spokane, WA

Warehouse Associate

Manage warehouse inventory by counting, picking, and pulling necessary product for order fulfillment or input. Pick and package necessary orders, palletize and prepare for shipping. Enter inventory into SAP for continual accuracy.

Drive continuous improvement in safety standards throughout facility to ensure efficiency.

WAL-MART STORES INC. Feb 1997 - 2013

Operations Manager, Helena, MT (2009 – 2013)

Drove the creation of a positive team culture to support a great customer experience. Designed and implemented training opportunities for staff development, as well as provided ongoing feedback.

Managed a team of 450+ hourly associates and 10 salaried managers with top line sales of $100MM and profits of $9.5MM+.

Field Project Supervisor (2008 – 2009)

Managed offsite fixture warehouse by providing expertise on fixtures, signing, merchandising, and construction for store projects; representing new stores, remodels, and expansions. Coordinated movement of fixtures, equipment, construction materials, and used assets; ensured fixture disposition was executed. Monitored installation of equipment (cabling, telecom systems, and scales) and ensured the continuous enforcement of all safety standards.

Recommended ways to improve and/or streamline processes and practices through daily/weekly meetings.

Store Manager, Philadelphia, PA & Vancouver, WA (2005 – 2008)

Directed the daily operations through the identification and communication of performance expectations. Managed budgets by controlling costs (labor, inventory, equipment, and materials) complying with requirements and assessing and modifying the budget based on strategic business initiatives. Continually evaluated and acted upon the comparative performance of the store and competitor pricing, products, services, and displays, resulting in a competitive advantage with increased sales and market share; and built management’s capability.

Led a team of 500 non-exempt associates and 12 exempt managers with top line sales of $80MM+ and profits of $6MM+.

Co-Manager, Burley, ID (2004 – 2005)

Drove strategies and initiatives that built high-performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, while actively supported formal diversity goal requirements. Conducted analyses of data to identify problems associated with inventory flow and signs of shrinkage.

Developed and implemented solutions, and took immediate action to prevent issues from reoccurring.

Previous Wal-Mart Roles: Assistant Manager, Ontario, OR, Kalispell, Butte, & Missoula, MT, Pocatello, ID (1998 – 2004); Support Manager, Boise, ID (1997 – 1998)

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree Business Administration/IT Management, WV University

AA Database Application Development

Member of SHRM group for Human Resource Professionals

Time magazine’s “Person of the Year” 2006

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