Anthony Dayble
LIPARI FOODS
St. Clair Shores,MI
29
years of professional experience
Vice President, Category Management Operations leading category profitability, supplier performance, merchandising execution, and operating standards across enterprise retail and distribution priorities. Partners with Procurement, Sales, Finance, Marketing, Pricing, and Supply Chain to turn commercial strategy into measurable operating plans, KPI governance, and stronger execution. Builds accountable teams and cross-functional cadence that improves alignment, discipline, and business performance.
Work History
Vice President, Category Management Operations
1 Year 7 Months- Lead enterprise Category Management Operations, with accountability for category profitability, supplier performance, merchandising execution, operating standards, and continuous improvement.
- Partnered with executive and functional leaders across procurement, sales, finance, marketing, pricing, and supply chain to execute enterprise growth and commercial strategies, ensuring alignment and collaboration.
- Established governance frameworks, KPIs, performance metrics, and operating standards that enhanced accountability and execution, contributing to improved business performance.
- Led and developed high-performing teams, driving cross-functional initiatives that improved category performance and operational effectiveness.
- Translate enterprise priorities into actionable operating plans, performance expectations, and measurable business outcomes.
Director, Category Management
1 Year- Directed strategic supplier partnerships and negotiated national agreements to enhance margins, optimize rebates, increase supplier investments, and maximize commercial value.
- Implemented supplier performance scorecards and strengthened relationships with manufacturers, brokers, and strategic partners to drive accountability and performance.
- Implemented supplier performance scorecards and strengthened executive-level relationships with manufacturers, brokers, and strategic business partners.
- Collaborated with Sales, Procurement, Finance, Marketing, and Operations to align category execution with supplier performance and achieve commercial goals.
- Strengthened supplier accountability through structured performance management, business reviews, and strategic partnership initiatives.
Category Manager
2 Years- Managed multiple product categories, overseeing assortment strategy, pricing, merchandising, supplier performance, and category profitability to align with business goals.
- Developed data-driven category strategies using syndicated market data, consumer insights, and business analytics to optimize assortments, improve SKU productivity, and strengthen promotional effectiveness.
- Drove private-label growth initiatives in partnership with Sales and Operations, improving margins, competitive positioning, and execution across distribution channels.
- Analyzed market, customer, and category performance data to identify growth opportunities and improve strategic decision-making.
- Balanced customer needs, competitive dynamics, supplier strategies, and financial objectives, optimizing category performance to drive revenue growth.
Chief Operating Officer / Advisor
2 Years- Directed operations across sales, marketing, human resources, information technology, and administration to enhance overall organizational performance.
- Aligned people, processes, technology, and financial priorities to improve operating effectiveness and support company objectives.
- Managed investor relationships and key client accounts to drive strategic growth and support organizational development.
- Provided cross-functional leadership across multiple business functions in a growth-oriented entrepreneurial environment.
- Led cross-functional teams in multiple business functions to foster collaboration and support a growth-oriented entrepreneurial environment.
Business Account Manager – Government
9 Years- Converted approximately 80% of qualified opportunities into new business through disciplined account management and consultative sales strategies.
- Increased client spending by an average of 20% annually through strategic account development, solution expansion, and customer relationship management.
- Developed and managed strategic government accounts through consultative technology solutions, executive presentations, relationship management, and solution-based selling.
- Cultivated long-term relationships with government decision-makers and executive stakeholders, identifying opportunities for expanded technology adoption.
- Created customized solutions aligned with customer objectives and operational requirements, enhancing technology integration.
General Manager
4 Years- Directed finance, sales, operations, inventory, human resources, and customer service to enhance overall business performance.
- Led day-to-day business operations while establishing performance expectations, improving team accountability, and strengthening customer experience.
- Led daily operations, set performance expectations, and improved team accountability to elevate customer experience.
Owner / Real Estate Investor
3 Years- Founded and managed residential real estate investment company, overseeing property acquisitions, renovations, rentals, and sales to enhance portfolio value.
- Directed investment decisions, renovation projects, property operations, vendor relationships, and financial performance to ensure optimal returns.
- Assessed acquisition opportunities and coordinated projects from investment through disposition to maximize profitability.
Operations Manager
8 Years- Managed multi-location retail operations, overseeing sales performance, staffing, customer service, inventory, and daily execution.
- Built and trained high-performing sales teams, driving revenue growth, enhancing customer retention, and ensuring operational consistency.
- Managed multi-location of retail operations, including sales performance, staffing, customer service, inventory, and day-to-day business execution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Skills
Category Management
Commercial Strategy
P&L & Financial Management
Strategic Planning
Pricing & Margin Strategy
Change Management
Cross-Functional Leadership
Merchandising
Supplier performance management
Assortment strategy
Trade promotion management
Private label sourcing
Vendor compliance
Planogram development
Shelf space optimization
Demand forecasting
Accomplishments
Recognized by the Wall Street Journal as "Top 100 Leaders Shaping the Future of Supply Chain"
Timeline
Vice President, Category Management Operations
LIPARI FOODS
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Director, Category Management
LIPARI FOODS
01.2023 - 01.2024Read More
Category Manager
LIPARI FOODS
01.2021 - 01.2023Read More
Chief Operating Officer / Advisor
GIG MOBILE CORP.
01.2019 - 01.2021Read More
Business Account Manager – Government
VERIZON WIRELESS
01.2010 - 01.2019Read More
General Manager
TOTAL TAN INC.
01.2006 - 01.2010Read More
Owner / Real Estate Investor
CEVIN 6 PROPERTIES LLC.
01.2004 - 01.2007Read More
Operations Manager
METROPOLITAN TANNING CENTERS
01.1998 - 01.2006Read More
Baker College
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration
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