Anthony Ward
Benton,AR
Summary
I am a highly driven leader who invests in and develops high performing teams of associates that not only deliver business results but creates an environment all associates can enjoy being a part of.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
AEW Trucking LLC
Benton, AR
11.2022 - Current
- Managed daily operations, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with safety regulations.
- Oversaw vehicle maintenance, optimizing fleet performance and reducing downtime.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Implemented cost-effective logistics strategies, improving overall operational efficiency.
Store Manager
The Home Depot Inc
Conway, AR
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Led daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory levels and conducted regular audits to optimize stock availability.
- Trained and mentored staff on product knowledge and customer service excellence.
- Implemented promotional strategies to enhance sales performance and customer engagement.
Store Manager
Lowe's Ozark Missouri
Ozark, MO
10.2018 - 02.2021
- Responsible for implementing Lowe's Business Strategy through a high performing team of associates and store leaders. Delivering results through Service, Sales, and Specialty. Also delivering on the bottom line through expense and inventory control. Ensuring all key positions are staffed with talented high performing associates eager to deliver results through service, in stock, and maintaining clean safe aisles.
Specialty ASM
Lowe's 3331
Little Rock, AR
12.2016 - 10.2018
- Responsible for selecting and developing a high level team of Sales Specialists in a new store to through qualifying customers in a wide array product and services offered to meet their home improvement needs. Also selected and developed a bench of high performing CSA's eager to promote to Sales Specialist. Deliver results in categories including credit, leads, installed sales, PSE, and Pro sales.
ASM 1, 2, and 3
Lowe's 1628
Pine Bluff, AR
10.2003 - 12.2016
- Responsible for leading a team of leaders and associates in a wide array of departments to deliver on sales and service goals while maintaining inventory accuracy and and expense control. Selected and developed talent in multiple roles. Also developed talent for the District.
Education
High School Diploma - Criminal Justice
Southeast Arkansas College
Pine Bluff, ARSkills
- Proven Leader
- Ability to recruit and develop talent
- Sales driven
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Delivering results
- Sound knowledge of operations
Timeline
Owner/Operator
AEW Trucking LLC
11.2022 - Current
Store Manager
The Home Depot Inc
02.2021 - 10.2022
Store Manager
Lowe's Ozark Missouri
10.2018 - 02.2021
Specialty ASM
Lowe's 3331
12.2016 - 10.2018
ASM 1, 2, and 3
Lowe's 1628
10.2003 - 12.2016
High School Diploma - Criminal Justice
Southeast Arkansas College