Debra A. Smith

Ocala, FL ***** 352-***-****

acwdq4@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

A position in Human Resource Management field to apply my leadership

experience in developing productive managers and teams and in producing

profitable work environments.

SUMMARY

Masters of Business Management-educated District Manager for a global

retail company with more than 30 million customers worldwide.

Demonstrated leadership in hiring the right people, training them in

best practices, and motivating them to succeed. Strong results in

developing strong teams and cultivating high-quality store environments.

Known for significantly improving store conditions in my districts. Led

many projects to successful outcomes in customer service, employee

satisfaction, and cost savings. Bachelor of Science degree in Human

Development.

BUSINESS IMPACT

BUSINESS FUNDING AND GROWTH STRATEGIES

o Led turnaround in a district whose sales had slumped to 6% annual

growth. One year later, year-on-year sales growth catapulted to 28%.

o Guided district to achieve the lowest turnover in the division.

Average turnover is 10% a year, significantly lower than the

division's rate of 38%.

o Steered turnaround in a store that was underperforming in inventory.

Six months after implementing inventory controls, shrink dropped 50%.

Within a year, shrink rate was better than company-wide rate.

RECRUITING AND TRAINING

o Chosen to represent ALDI District Managers during university

recruiting events. Attend dinners at selected universities with ALDI's

Vice President of Florida and several directors to give presentations

to students who want to be hired as District Manager trainees.

o Currently serve as a District Manager Trainer and mentor for the

division. This involves teaching store operations to trainees and

evaluating their performance.

PROJECT DEVELOPMENT

o Led a project to design a new merchandise plan for the wine area of

ALDI stores. The resulting plan was rolled out nationally by Corporate

Purchasing. Wine sales are up 15% and the company has added an

additional 50 wines to the set.

o Tapped to lead the rollout of a new payroll system in my division.

Led two-day workshop at the divisional office for District Managers,

Directors of Operation and office payroll staff.

o Developed an employee scheduling program that was so well-received, it

is now being rolled out nationally. The program was designed to

promote a better work-life balance without compromising business

needs.

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o Divisional Liaison to the purchasing department for the last three

years. Provide feedback on case size and durability, quality of

product, display of product, quantity and price point.

o Divisional Warehouse Liaison for two years. District was part of a

test program to control the amount of water that was being stored at

the warehouse for deliveries. The test program was successful in the

district and was rolled out to the division.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

aldi fOOD MARKET- Haines City, FL 2010-

present

District Manager

Responsible for sales growth and profitability within a district of five

stores from Clermont to Ocala, FL. Directly oversee recruiting, training

and further development of all 80 employees in the district.

Tool doctor of central florida - Ocala, FL

2003-2010

Warranty Service Manager

Organized and maintained warranty reference information including

warranty claims logs and warranty schedules. Contacted manufacturing

companies to obtain authorization of warranty repair for construction

tools.

CITY OF GAINESVILLE - Gainesville, FL

2006-2007

Parks & Recreation Event Planning Internship

Organized multiple events for the city. Free Friday Concert Series

consisted of contacting musicians and food vendors for the weekly

events. Attended the events to oversee operations. Organized Heart of

Florida Annual Asian Festival. Contacted performers, vendors and

musicians scheduled to attend. Reviewed display plan of the festival and

decided on placement of vendors. Managed volunteers during the event and

delegated them to areas of the festival.

CITY OF GAINESVILLE - Gainesville, FL

2007-2008

City Beautification Project Event Planning Internship

Assisted in the planning of Florida Arbor Day. Organized the seating

layout of attendees, guest speakers and press. Communicated with local

government on location of trees planted for the event.

Member of City Beautification Board. Assisted chair with award selection

by reviewing locations in the city. Communicated with local business

owners that were nominated and sending invitations for awards ceremony.

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA-WARRINGTON COLLEGE OF BUSINESS - Gainesville, FL

Masters of Business in Management 2010 Certification in Hospitality

Management 2010

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA - Gainesville, FL

Bachelors of Science in Human Development 2008 Specialization in Human

Services 2008

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