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Charles White

Manager
Albany,GA

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

General ManagerCustomer Service Manager

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkConsultingGig Work

Location Preference

HybridRemoteOn-Site
Location: Albany, GA, US
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

45000/yr - 200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany Culture

Summary

Seasoned General Manager with proven leadership skills. Background includes managing diverse teams, strategic planning and business development in fast-paced environments. Known for improving operational efficiencies, driving revenue growth and fostering customer satisfaction. Committed to building strong team cultures that encourage innovation and openness.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Ace Hardware Stores
Leesburg, Georgia
09.2023 - Current
  • Managed daily business operations for two store locations, including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service, and sales.
  • Identified areas of improvement in current business practices and collaborated with other departments to develop action plans for implementation.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.

Store Manager

Tractor Supply Company
Moultrie, Georgia
04.2016 - 08.2023
  • Managed daily store operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
  • Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
  • Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
  • Trained and developed team members to enhance customer service skills.
  • Implemented visual merchandising strategies to improve product displays.

Managing Owner

Supply Solutions LLC
Albany, Georgia
06.2014 - 03.2016
  • Implemented cost-control measures to optimize operational budgets.
  • Streamlined daily operations and logistics to enhance supply chain efficiency.
  • Maintained detailed budget and tracked financial results to pinpoint improvement opportunities.
  • Managed inventory levels by ordering supplies and monitoring stock levels.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

General Manager, Business Development

Probuild Inc
Albany, Georgia
05.2003 - 03.2014
  • Managed inside sales and 6 outside sales staff, achieving $35 million in sales across five southeastern states.
  • Monitored sales trends to identify growth opportunities within existing and new markets.
  • Developed targeted marketing campaigns to enhance product visibility and reach.
  • Oversaw budgeting, inventory management, delivery fleet operations, and training to ensure resource efficiency.

Store Manager

Lowe's Companies Inc / The Contractor Yard
Albany, Georgia
02.1990 - 04.2003
  • Strengthened workflow productivity by hiring and developing top talent, improving overall team performance.
  • Established customer service standards and ensured staff compliance, leading to improved customer satisfaction.
  • Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to enhance operational excellence and elevate customer experience.
  • Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Crisp County High School
Cordele, GA
05-1978

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

Cedar Valley College
Dallas, TX

Skills

  • P&L management
  • Budget management
  • Budgeting and cost control strategies
  • Sales forecasting
  • Inventory control
  • Supply chain management
  • Multi-unit operation management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Customer service
  • Advertising and marketing
  • Staff training
  • Employee training

Timeline

General Manager

Ace Hardware Stores
09.2023 - Current

Store Manager

Tractor Supply Company
04.2016 - 08.2023

Managing Owner

Supply Solutions LLC
06.2014 - 03.2016

General Manager, Business Development

Probuild Inc
05.2003 - 03.2014

Store Manager

Lowe's Companies Inc / The Contractor Yard
02.1990 - 04.2003

High School Diploma -

Crisp County High School

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

Cedar Valley College
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