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BRIAN SZUDLO

Powell,OH

Summary

Accomplished District Manager with a proven track record in directing sales, staffing, and operations for multiple stores and large staffs. Exceptional leader of growth initiatives and new concepts for promotions, product launches, and sales initiatives. Strategic thinker and tactical decision maker with a passion for customer and patient service. Experienced in multi-site management, team leadership, and operational optimization, utilizing strategic planning to drive efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction. Track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving business goals through overseeing multiple locations and driving operational excellence while improving customer satisfaction and streamlining processes. Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills to achieve business goals and foster team collaboration.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

District Manager, Pharmacy and Retail Operations

Walgreens Boots Alliance
05.2015 - Current
  • Revitalized operations and realigned plans to better capture new opportunities and take advantage of changes in customer habits.
  • Boosted bottom-line profits by devising and optimizing effective sales and merchandising programs.
  • Located, developed and promoted talented employees to cultivate a collaborative and hardworking leadership team.
  • Optimized in-store merchandising, brand presentation and inventory availability and focus.
  • Built positive and productive relationships with store and field leadership.
  • Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty and enhancing operations.
  • Supervised 17 locations to enforce high-quality standards of operation.
  • Introduced cost-saving initiatives to reduce losses and increase profit margin.
  • Exceeded sales targets of over 120 million in annual sales with well-developed sales strategy and empowering team coaching.
  • Responsible for overall multi unit district results thru coaching, recruiting and accountability of both Store and Pharmacy Managers. Up to 350 total employees.

Community Leader

Walgreens Boots Alliance
05.2007 - 05.2015
  • Develop and deliver district strategies to align stores and deliver results in conjunction with Corporate goals and initiatives.
  • Supervised 6 locations to enforce high-quality standards of operation.
  • Modeled best practices for sales and customer service.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring programs to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
  • Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.

Store Manager

Walgreens Boots Alliance
03.2002 - 03.2007
  • Responsible for total store operations of up to 30 employees, hiring, training, accountability, and communication to ensure team understanding of company programs and initiatives.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.

Education

Bachelor in Science - Economics, Marketing

Bowling Green State University
12.1998

Skills

  • Team trust building
  • Adaptability in dynamic environments
  • Operational compliance management
  • Optimize pharmacy operations
  • Customer service leadership
  • Sales and financial analysis
  • Leadership skills
  • Recruiting and hiring
  • Strategic planning
  • Customer service
  • Goal setting and performance metrics
  • Operations management

Timeline

District Manager, Pharmacy and Retail Operations

Walgreens Boots Alliance
05.2015 - Current

Community Leader

Walgreens Boots Alliance
05.2007 - 05.2015

Store Manager

Walgreens Boots Alliance
03.2002 - 03.2007

Bachelor in Science - Economics, Marketing

Bowling Green State University

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