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Certification
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Ciprian Hangan

Heath,USA

Summary

To contribute to a company that fosters professional growth through challenging and rewarding career opportunities, allowing me to utilize my knowledge and skills effectively.

Professional leader with comprehensive background in regional management. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Flexible with changing needs and dependable in all situations. Skilled in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and stakeholder communication. Highly motivated and prepared to drive impactful results.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Manager – Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas

WW Dairy
05.2019 - Current
  • Analyze regional sales and operational data to project sales, determine profitability, and identify new market opportunities.
  • Oversee sales, marketing, and human resources operations within the region.
  • Motivate sales teams, create business strategies, develop promotional materials, and train new staff.
  • Coordinate warehouse distribution activities.
  • Collaborate with buyers and brokers on promotions and advertising.
  • Manage inventory control and warehouse orders.
  • Key accomplishments.
  • Achieved 10% - 40% revenue growth for seven consecutive years across Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.
  • Scaled regional revenue from $2.5 million to over $10 million within 5 years, delivering a 300%+ increase through strategic expansion and operational optimization.
  • Increased sales team productivity by an estimated 20%–30% through coaching, KPI tracking, and performance-driven leadership.
  • Expanded market reach from Waco to Austin and San Antonio, generating over $2.5 million in sales within three years from a zero baseline.
  • Build strong relationships with buyers, store managers, warehouse managers, and market managers, improving overall operational efficiency.
  • Managed all three major grocery supply warehouses in Texas and Oklahoma, averaging 3,000 stores.
  • Collaborated with retail stores to optimize weekly, monthly sales, pricing, and inventory levels.
  • Participated in five annual food shows, enhancing product visibility through deposition, sampling, and displays to attract new customers.

Area Director – Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Dollar General
01.2016 - 06.2019
  • Oversaw 20 stores across the DFW area, ensuring operational excellence and consistent performance.
  • Conducting regular in-store visits, dedicating 1 to 5 days per store, resulting in an average 20% sales increase in the following week.
  • Achieved a 12% monthly sales growth in the market with consistent store engagement.
  • Enhanced store performance through targeted management strategies and hands-on support.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained new store managers within the area.
  • Offered operational consultation to managers to overcome challenges.
  • Monitored sales and worked toward quarterly objectives.
  • Minimized costs and labor through schedule and inventory management.


Store Manager – Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Ross Stores, Inc.
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Oversaw all store operations, including management, sales, shrink, and safety protocols.
  • Achieved a consistent 10% annual sales growth over the two years in this role.
  • Reduced shrinkage by 1.2, improving overall profitability.
  • Developed and trained seven new Assistant Managers, and three Store Managers.
  • Led the completion of new store remodeling, refresh, and remodel projects from initiation to opening.
  • Managed a team of more than 80 associates, overseeing staffing, training, performance, and daily store operations.
  • Build strong relationships with associates, vendors, and customers to improve communication and store performance.
  • Involved in personnel management, including hiring, disciplinary action, and holding associates for performance.


Owner Operator – Tortilla Business

Mission
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Managed inventory, delivery, and service for multiple retailers, including Walmart, Target, Kroger, Tom Thumb, Aldi, and Winco.
  • Independent Contractor for Carrollton, TX.

Co-Managing Director – Addison, TX

Walmart
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Managed over 500 associates, overseeing more than $120 million in annual sales.
  • Directing customer service, policy enforcement, scheduling, promotion, inventory tracking, sales analysis, and loss prevention.
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Optimized resource allocation for improved efficiency and profitability across all departments.
  • Engaged in community outreach, including donation support for children and the elderly, build strong relationships with officials like mayors and government representatives.


Director Asset Management

Walmart
01.2005 - 01.2008
  • Directed asset protection and loss prevention strategies.


  • Oversaw asset protection operations across five Wal-Mart stores, ensuring the implementation of company procedures and safety protocols, achiving a 5 % annual improvermnt in inventory levels and reducing shrink by 0.7 %.
  • Saved an average of $500.00 to $800,000 per store, resulting in a significant cost reduction across all five stores, with total savings around $4 million per year.
  • Managed safety and loss prevention for all locations on shrink reduction, inventory control, and P&L management.
  • Conducted and supervised audits, ensuring company standards and maintaining a secure environment for both associates and customers.
  • Oversaw the shoplifting prevention department, working proactively to reduce theft and safeguard store assets.
  • Build strong relationships with local officials, police, and government representatives.
  • Conducted over 300 Wicklander interviews with associates and vendors specifically in cases of theft, leading to a structured approach that resulted in over $5.4 million in savings.

Assistant Manager

Walmart
01.2001 - 01.2005

As an Assistant Manager, I was responsible for overseeing all department managers within the store, managing overall store operations, ensuring safety and compliance, conducting audits, handling opening and closing procedures, and scheduling.

  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Kinesiology and Exercise Science

Avram Iancu
Romania
01.2002

Skills

  • Regional Manager overseeing Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas with responsibility for over 1,000 retail stores
  • Experienced in warehouse distribution, buyer and broker relations
  • Proven Area Director with extensive retail industry experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
  • Fluent in multiple foreign languages
  • Experienced in Big Box retail operations
  • Strong skills in time management and leadership
  • Holds a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from Avram Iancu, Romania (1998–2002)
  • Territory management
  • Operational management
  • Staff supervision
  • Goals and performance
  • Asset control
  • Sales development
  • Operations management
  • Sales management
  • Vendor management
  • Brand development

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 1000 staff members.
  • Successfully manged the top five stores in the United States ,generating over $180 million in annual sales .
  • Developed a private brand in Texas driving growth from $2.5 million to over $10 million

Certification

-Gold Medalist in Judo and Wrestling .

-Professional Mixed Martial Arts

-Black Belt in Judo and Brazilian Ju Jitsu.

Languages

French
Limited Working
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Regional Manager – Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas

WW Dairy
05.2019 - Current

Area Director – Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Dollar General
01.2016 - 06.2019

Store Manager – Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Ross Stores, Inc.
01.2014 - 01.2016

Owner Operator – Tortilla Business

Mission
01.2011 - 01.2014

Co-Managing Director – Addison, TX

Walmart
01.2008 - 01.2010

Director Asset Management

Walmart
01.2005 - 01.2008

Assistant Manager

Walmart
01.2001 - 01.2005

Bachelor’s Degree - Kinesiology and Exercise Science

Avram Iancu
Ciprian Hangan