BLAKE LORENTZ
NC
Summary
Accomplished, results and growth-oriented professional highly regarded for leading the development and execution of strategic plans, operating with a strong focus on driving sales and revenue growth, and overseeing and directing sales and operational activities. Dedicated leader with a proven history of supervising, leading, and collaborating with high-performing teams that surpass all expectations. Achieve success by searching for and identifying key opportunities, performing the promotion and sale of new products, and ensuring the consistent meeting of goals and objectives. Organized and a keen eye for detail, with demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple activities simultaneously. Leverage strong communication skills to foster long-lasting relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. Thrive in fast-paced, collaborative, and diverse environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
District Manager
Aldi USA
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Provided mentoring, coaching, and training to team members on best practices in sales and customer service to allow for maximum success
- Increased Sales by 15% through strategic management and targeted sales initiatives across four locations in the Southeast region.
- Led a team of 50+ employees to achieve consistent performance improvements, resulting in a 20% reduction in operational costs.
- Conducted regular district meetings and implemented action plans that enhanced store performance, leading to a 10% increase in customer satisfaction scores.
- Monitored and analyzed KPIs to identify growth opportunities, optimizing inventory management and reducing stock shortages by 25%.Oversaw and directed key activities across different stores to guarantee strict adherence to the company's standards and procedures
- Directed quality assurance processes, ensuring strict adherence to company standards and procedures across all district locations.
Construction Site Manager
Airflow Exteriors
10.2018 - 05.2021
- Successfully managed construction projects from inception to completion, delivering on-time results with a 98% customer satisfaction rate.
- Orchestrated and coordinated all elements of construction projects from inception through to completion, including providing support in the development of plans, monitoring progress, communicating with suppliers, preparing site plans, and estimating costs
- Partnered closely and collaboratively with customers to guarantee the consistent meeting and exceeding of their expectations to achieve satisfaction
- Performed the promotion of new and innovative products within the company to institute improvements in efficiency
Assistant Operations Manager
Whitewater Express
05.2013 - 02.2018
- Led the creation of a sales campaign that partnered with regional outfitters, driving a 20% boost in exposure.
- Oversaw daily operations of the largest urban whitewater course, ensuring guest safety and maintaining a 95% satisfaction rate.
- Played a key role by overseeing key brand, sales, and promotional activities across website management, social media, print and online advertising, direct and email marketing, video development, and more.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History & Political Science
Columbus State University
Columbus, Georgia08.2020
Skills
- Revenue Generation
- Budget Management
- Multi-unit management
- Strategic Planning
- Customer Relationship Management
- Operations Management
- Sales Development
- Team Leadership and Development
Technical Proficiencies
- Windows
- Mac OS
- Microsoft Exchange
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Project
- Access
- Servers
- Routers
- Wireless LAN
- SAP
Timeline
District Manager
Aldi USA
05.2021 - 03.2023
Construction Site Manager
Airflow Exteriors
10.2018 - 05.2021
Assistant Operations Manager
Whitewater Express
05.2013 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Arts - History & Political Science
Columbus State University
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