James Wilson
Oklahoma City, OK *****
adusjk@r.postjobfree.com
Seeking a Challenging position with an innovative organization where my successful retail business experience will impact corporate growth and profitability through consistent performance. Offering exceptional ability in the following areas: Team Leadership* Visual Merchandising* Staff Recruitment and Train* Cost Control* Profit/Loss Accountability* Multi-unit/Regional Management & Shrink control. Willing to relocate to: Texas
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Director of Operations
PLS FINANCIAL SERVICES - Oklahoma City, OK
June 2022 to Present
REGIONAL DIRECTOR
FAMILY DOLLAR
October 2018 to Present
Responsible for 16 District managers and 230 stores Area Manager
Citi-Trends
February 2010 to October 2018
Responsible for 19 stores in 6 states
Regional Director
Family Dollar - Oklahoma City, OK
February 2000 to February 2010
Responsible for 68 stores and 8 District managers. Accountable for district operational issues including budgets, controlled expenses, shrink and key corporate initiatives. Ensure execution of corp and divisional programs including marketing plans. Outperformed the company's sales trend in Q1, Q2, Q3
& Q4. Stabilize talent and infused new leadership into challenging district Area Supervisor
HOBBY LOBBY
September 1997 to February 2000
Staffed, Trained, and Motivated managers. manage productivity, efficiency and profitability of 6 retail operations. Create/implement operational payroll budgets, sales forecasts, and cost control measures to increase profit margins. Work with managers/ buyers to establish appropriate mix, stock levels and pricing to meet consumer demand. Govern in-store visual merchandising and monitored levels of quality assurance and customer service.
CO-Manager/SM
WAL-MART
April 1990 to September 1997
Handled all merchandising techniques, inventory control, ordering, cash control, expenses and maintenance ensuring stable and efficient store operations. Hired, supervised, and coordinate the staff and the asst. managers. Coordinated special promotions and events relevant to store operations. Developed local marketing and advertising strategies to promote sales increase. Directed all sales floor activities such as the updating and relaying all depts. and the seasonal changes, buying, advertising promotions.
Education
College in BUSINESS
ANGELO STATE - San Angelo, TX
Skills
• Strategic Planning (10+ years)
• Word
• budget
• retail sales
• Marketing
• Powerpoint
• Forecasting
• Management
• Merchandising
• Pricing
• Recruiting
• Financial Report Writing
• Event Planning
• CRM Software
• Human Resources
• Relationship Management
• Project Management
• Payroll
• Process Improvement
• Business Analysis
• Business Development
• Customer Relationship Management
• Research
• General Ledger Accounting
• Financial Analysis
• Computer Networking
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation
• Account Reconciliation
• Multi-unit Retail (10+ years)
• Operations Management
• Accounts Receivable
• Retail management
• GAAP
• QuickBooks
• Purchasing
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounts payable
• Office manager experience
• Microsoft Office
• Logistics
• Low voltage electrical
• Mechanical knowledge
• Auditing
Assessments
Work Style: Conscientiousness — Highly Proficient
March 2019
Measures a candidate's tendency to be rule-abiding, well-organized, hard-working, confident, and think before acting.
Full results: Highly Proficient
Management & Leadership Skills: Impact & Influence — Highly Proficient June 2019
Adapting leadership style to accomplish goals using rational or emotional appeal. Full results: Highly Proficient
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