Anthony Amendola
Nashua,NH
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Advance Auto Parts, adept in operations management and exceptional interpersonal communication. Spearheaded team to surpass sales targets and achieve inventory accuracy improvement of 92%. Excelled in building vendor relationships and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Skilled in bilingual communication, ensuring comprehensive team training and customer satisfaction.
Professional managerial candidate with deep understanding of operational excellence and team leadership. Proven ability to drive growth and enhance productivity through strategic planning and effective resource management. Emphasizes collaboration and adaptability to meet organizational goals, showcasing excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Advance Auto Parts
06.2019 - Current
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Led team to exceed sales targets, implementing motivational incentives and comprehensive training programs.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, minimizing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels for uninterrupted operations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Manage an inventory super hub valued at 5.5 million
- Year over year inventory accuracy improvement 92% or better
Automotive Technician
Brigham-Gill Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
Education
Certificate of Automotive Excellence - Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute
Norwood, MA02-2010
High School Diploma -
Natick High School
Natick, MA06-2004
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem resolution
- Operations management
- Team player
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Effective leader
- Time management
- Training and coaching
- Staff management
- Inventory control
- Verbal and written communication
- P&L management
- Vendor relationships
- Employee development
- Consistently meet goals
- Facility management
- Performance improvements
- Customer relations
- Exceptional interpersonal communication
- Sales expertise
- Vendor sourcing
- Bilingual
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
General Manager
Advance Auto Parts
06.2019 - Current
Automotive Technician
Brigham-Gill Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
01.2015 - 01.2016
Certificate of Automotive Excellence - Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Natick High School