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Anthony Surles

Pearland,TX

Summary

Experienced leader in multi-unit Retail Management with 16 years at Advance Auto Parts. Achieves top-line sales and profitability. Proven track record of building successful teams with inspirational leadership while giving truthful and meaningful feeding to unlock full potential of Team .

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Emerging Officer /Expanding District Manger Role

Advance Auto Parts
05.2023 - Current
  • Engaged shoulder to shoulder with District Managers to analyze and enhance leadership and operational effectiveness across diverse markets.
  • Facilitated preparation and leadership of weekly market conference calls with 18 DMs and market support staff at VPO's request.
  • Assisted DMs in devising efficient plans to elevate key performance metrics.
  • Coordinated with the Vice President of Operations to prepare research for quarterly business reviews.
  • Facilitated DMAPs for DM and CSM roles, ensuring effective organization and leadership.
  • Directed National Hurricane preparedness and recovery activities in collaboration with Regional and Corporate Team during Hurricane Barrel.
  • Directed Market operations as acting VPO during Crowd Strike incident to restore functionality after cyberattack.
  • Facilitated the onboarding and education of a minimum of 10 current and former DMs.
  • DM Trusted Advisor Program,Support various corporate departments in planning and executing upgrades.
  • Led partnership with DMs to formulate DMA-specific QBRs for RVP and regional staff presentations.
  • Collaborated with 2024 Corporate National Cascade to develop Business Acumen section emphasizing profitability.Presented at regional cascade meeting in Orlando.
  • Requested to assist in training and facilitation by Area Trainers, VPO, and Regional HR Managers during RVP and VPO meetings and cascades.
  • Align National Vice Chair 2024, work to help build platform awareness while working closing with National Chair.
  • Oversaw assignments from VPO to enhance market operations results through DMs.
  • Participated in preplanning and logistics preparation for RVP visits.

District Manager

Advance Auto Parts
07.2011 - Current
  • Lead and evaluate performance of 11 stores, 11 general managers, and 100-150 team members within the district.
  • Develope strategic plans to boost sales and achieve district goals for all Key Performance Indicators.
  • Maintained company selling standards across district locations through strategic coaching.
  • Guide Store Managers and associates in surpassing company objectives.
  • Drive business through effective scheduling and payroll management.
  • Coach store teams to develop and maintain best practices in the areas of inventory, merchandising, asset protection, facilities maintenance and proper monthly ad setting.
  • Direct, train and supervise store teams in implementing and maintaining the highest level of presentation and visual standards consistent with the Advance Auto Parts brand.
  • Analyze P&L to ensure all controllable lines are being reviewed to achieve bottom line Op-Income goals.
  • React quickly to any items that need improvement and Coaching GMs to needed company expectations.
  • Upheld Company goals by delivering consistent high standards of customer experience.
  • Worked alongside regional leaders to overcome challenges faced by store teams.

General Manager

Advance Auto Parts
08.2008 - 07.2011
  • Oversaw store sales and operational metrics, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Led team of 28-35 members effectively.
  • Responsible for hiring and training store personnel and ensuring company customer service levels.
  • Enhanced operational performance through strategic scheduling and payroll oversight.
  • Guarantee consistent high standards of customer experience within in accordance with Company goals and objectives.
  • Implemented strategies to enhance performance and meet organizational standards.
  • Achieved excellence in all measured performance areas by recruiting, hiring, and developing a team of motivated associates.

Education

Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL

Skills

  • Operational and Sales Excellence
  • Driving Sales and Delivering profitable results
  • Successful Team Building
  • Development of Individuals Talent
  • Leadership Coaching and Accountability
  • P&L Analysis
  • Results Driven
  • Strong Leadership Messaging
  • Strong Time Management
  • Strong Collaboration

Awards

  • Leadership Circle Award Winner Top 1% (DM of the Year)
  • DM of the Year
  • DM of the Year DM of the Year Runner up 3 times
  • Elite District Manager Winner 3 Times
  • Fuel The Front-Line Winner Member
  • Quarterly Sales Winner Quarterly Profitability Winner
  • 2024 Regional Inspire Award recipient
  • Various Regional and Market Sales Contest awards.

Timeline

Emerging Officer /Expanding District Manger Role

Advance Auto Parts
05.2023 - Current

District Manager

Advance Auto Parts
07.2011 - Current

General Manager

Advance Auto Parts
08.2008 - 07.2011

Seminole State College of Florida

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