Anthony Barthelemy

843-***-**** adgrg0@r.postjobfree.com Columbia, South Carolina

www.linkedin.com/in/anthonybarthelemy

Summary: Senior level Operations Manager recognized for execution of objectives, continuous improvement, and increased productivity. 20 years experience in operations leadership, with a passion for identifying, developing, executing, and measuring improvement projects that streamline operations and generate a return on investment. Experienced in Non-Profit and For-Profit organizations and recognized for developing leaders and executing objectives.

Proficiencies:

Project Management

Data analysis

Strategic Planning

Real Estate development

Detail oriented

Cost reduction/retainment

Process Improvement

Service focused

Supply Chain Management

E-Commerce operations

Team building/retention

Vendor sourcing/negotiation

Site selection and facility management

Multimillion-dollar P&L management

Multi-unit operations management

Experience:

2014 – 2020 Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands of SC, Columbia/Greenville, SC

Goodwill is a not-for-profit organization serving 16 counties in South Carolina. Committed to helping people become independent through education and training leading to employment.

Vice-President Retail Operations and Information Technology 2017 – 2020

Responsible for leading 500+ team members across 40 facilities and managing 95% of total organizational revenue. Direct management of 8 Directors and total P&L responsibility of $70m. Ecommerce Operations (3 locations), Real Estate Development, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Warehousing, and Information Technology.

Responsible for creating and managing 3-year strategic plan for Retail and IT to include department and regional managers

Managed Strategic Facility Development Plan to include owned and leased property development and negotiations

Executed processes to Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control opportunities within operations

Developed and executed material handling processes that enabled the organization to eliminate the need for rental trailer storage and use of temp staffing services; resulted in reduction in operating expenses by an estimated $1m within 12 months

Established and implemented Operational Standards that reduced employee and customer safety issues, and improved customer and employee satisfaction surveys

Provided ongoing coaching, leadership, and mentoring to management and employees to build and develop effective teams

Developed and trained staff to ensure successful implementation of policies, practices and procedures while achieving established goals and objectives

Demonstrated ability to drive operational excellence through timely monitoring of reports to meet or exceed all financial objectives regarding expense control, production, quality, performance, and labor management

Recognized within the Goodwill Network for top 3 among 164 organizations for excellence in expense to revenue ratios

Fostered a collaborative work environment by listening to employees, incorporating suggestions, and breaking down existing silos

Regional Manager 2014 – 2017

Responsible for leading 200+ team members across the Columbia market. Provided business development direction and multi-unit leadership for 14 facilities including warehouse, transportation, and Ecommerce facilities.

Responsible for creating and managing strategic plan and P&L responsibility of approximately $20m for Columbia market

Developed production improvement process and operational standards that resulted in growing the Columbia market from worst in retention, customer satisfaction, safety, and revenue to the best in organization

Managed all Real Estate Site selection, development, and negotiations for the Columbia market

Trained and developed leadership talent to create a more inclusive environment that allowed all employees to have a voice on direction

2013 – 2014 Harris Teeter Supermarkets, Inc., Charleston, SC

Harris Teeter Supermarkets, Inc. is a supermarket chain based in Matthews, North Carolina, a suburb of Charlotte. As of November 2019, the chain operates 260 stores in seven South Atlantic states and the District of Columbia.

Co-Manager/Human Resources Manager

Responsible for leading Store Operations for 6 Departments and served as the Field Human Resources Manager responsible for conflict management, training, performance plans, employee reviews, onboarding, and recruiting.

Responsible for supervising 80+ team members in a retail store that operated 24 hours a day

Managed all inbound and out bound deliveries to include DSD vendors

Monitored Payroll records and process to ensure accuracy

Executed Safety standards that lead the team to achieve zero employee accidents over a 12-month period

Maintained a high level of customer service

2004 – 2013 Piggly Wiggly Carolina Co., Charleston, SC

Piggly Wiggly Carolina Co, established in 1947, is a self-service grocery store that offered a range of food and grocery products. Operated a chain of privately owned family-operated stores in South Carolina. Piggly Wiggly Carolina began selling stores in 2013 to Harris Teeter, Bilo and independent grocers.

Store Operator

Responsible for managing store operations of approximately $15m for a local high-volume grocery store including Deli/Bakery, Fresh Produce, Fresh Meats, Dry Goods Grocery and Starbucks. Leader for 100+ associates and managers.

Served as Transition Project Manager responsible for managing the transition of Piggly Wiggly Properties and assets to Harris Teeter in 2013

Responsible for merchandising and promoting market resulted in development of James Island Sidewalk sale model used for several years to sell fresh produce, craft beer and fine wine off the sidewalk utilizing local vendors and wine enthusiasts. This model generated roughly $125K dollars in revenue over a 2-day period and was later adopted by large chains such as Publix and Harris Teeter.

Participated as an active member of the James Island and West Ashely community helping with food drives, clean-up projects and senior citizen welfare interactions

Managed Multiple Units in the James Island/West Ashely Market

Operated and managed the second highest volume company owned store

Served as lead training manager to ensure a strong work ethic and standard for future leaders

Education: The Citadel, Charleston, SC

Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management

Certifications: University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC

Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt Certification

University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC

Executive Management – Professional Development Certification

University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC

Project Management – Project Management Certificate

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