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Carlos Canaan

Coral Springs,FL

Summary

Customer-oriented General Manager with 10+ years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Uhual
04.2017 - 08.2021
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Organized budgets, oversaw P&Ls and achieved margin targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning.

Assistant Store Manager

Walmart
11.2013 - 03.2017
  • Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Responded to customer concerns, working with employees to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Provided weekly work schedules to employees to accommodate business demands and vacation requests.
  • Promoted professional growth and facilitated talent development of each associate to drive performance excellence.
  • Supervised and evaluated staff, enabling them to improve skills, achieve daily objectives and attain advancement.

Zone Manager

Walmart
01.2010 - 02.2013
  • Analyzed and improved performance across zone using sales metrics and performance reports.
  • Developed reports of zone performance and presented data to upper management.
  • Considered and approved policies to support company initiatives and overall performance.
  • Oversaw distribution and logistics, reducing inefficiencies and streamlining processes for the company.

Sales Associate

Walmart
09.2007 - 12.2009
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Berkeley College
New York, NY

Skills

  • Financial Forecasting
  • Labor Cost Controls
  • Financial Statements
  • Manage Budgets
  • Project Planning
  • Staff Development
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Risk Management
  • Business Management Principles
  • Leadership

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

General Manager

Uhual
04.2017 - 08.2021

Assistant Store Manager

Walmart
11.2013 - 03.2017

Zone Manager

Walmart
01.2010 - 02.2013

Sales Associate

Walmart
09.2007 - 12.2009

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Berkeley College
Carlos Canaan