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Branden Hobbick

Kennewick,WA

Summary

Reliable Store Manager with several years in sales and progressive leadership roles. Skilled at coaching and encouraging staff toward advancement by leveraging enthusiastic and supportive attitude. Proactive in addressing operational concerns to streamline processes, boost customer engagement, and ensuring a profitable P&L.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Wal-Mart Supercenter
College Place, WA
11.2023 - Current
  • Managed a $14 million remodel to enhance all store fixtures and presentation while conducting day-to-day business.
  • On track to make a $140 million dollars this year in sales.
  • Had a 13% increase in associate engagement for total store, YoY
  • Implemented customer-oriented changes based on analytical insights.
  • Currently managing 10 salaried leaders, 33 hourly leads. I have a total of 417 associates working for me.

Store Manager

Wal-Mart Supercenter
Pullman, WA
02.2022 - 11.2023
  • Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
  • Trained and mentored salaried managers to teach daily tasks and procedures.
  • Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action.
  • Managed store P&L to come in at a profit by controlling expenses.

Co-Store Manager

Wal-Mart Supercenter
Kennewick, WA
09.2019 - 02.2022
  • Developed and implemented store policies and procedures to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted weekly staff meetings to review sales goals, store promotions, and customer feedback.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and performance reviews.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify areas of improvement in store operations.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while maintaining a clean work environment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Prosser High School
Prosser, WA
06-2010

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA

Skills

  • Store operations oversight
  • Store Merchandising
  • Team Development
  • Talent Recruitment
  • Retail Inventory Management
  • Operational budgeting
  • Competitor Monitoring
  • Personnel development
  • Friendly and Positive
  • Outstanding communication skills

Affiliations

  • Spending time with my family and going on yearly vacations with them.
  • Recently picked up golfing and outdoor hiking.
  • Love getting involved in the community and events near me with my store and family.

Timeline

Store Manager

Wal-Mart Supercenter
11.2023 - Current

Store Manager

Wal-Mart Supercenter
02.2022 - 11.2023

Co-Store Manager

Wal-Mart Supercenter
09.2019 - 02.2022

High School Diploma -

Prosser High School

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Columbia Basin College
Branden Hobbick