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CRAIG J. SMITH

CRAIG J. SMITH

Pequannock,NJ

Summary

Strategic retail technology leader with extensive experience driving digital transformation and operational excellence. Expert in implementing innovative retail systems, managing cross-functional teams, and delivering measurable business outcomes. Proven track record of leading large-scale technology initiatives that enhance customer experience and drive revenue growth.



Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Manager Store Systems & Omni Channel Operation

PCHI Party City
06.2018 - 12.2024

Led strategic technological initiatives driving substantial revenue growth and operational improvements:

  • Architected and launched Same Day Delivery partnerships resulting in an $86M annual revenue stream
  • Spearheaded integration of 3rd party marketplaces, generating $30M in additional revenue through new sales channels
  • Designed and implemented new Omni Order Management System with executive performance dashboards
  • Led POS Front End Experience redesign, introducing Mobile POS and Google Wallet integration.
  • Managed enterprise-wide rollout of SharePoint and Micro-strategy Dashboards for improved data accessibility


Sr. Manager Store Operations - Systems, Communications

Toys "R" Us
01.2010 - 05.2018

Directed technology and operations initiatives across 590+ stores in the US and Canada:

  • Implemented innovative retail technologies including Pay In Store and Google Wallet integration
  • Developed comprehensive store reporting system for performance tracking and analytics
  • Created and executed training programs improving operational efficiency
  • Achieved 20% reduction in merchandise shrink through process optimization saving $56K annually
  • Streamlined corporate communication system serving 590+ stores in the US and Canada

Manager Store Operations and Loss Prevention

The Avenue
06.2008 - 01.2010
  • Managed expense control and budget adherence across 450+ store network
  • Developed and implemented loss prevention strategies and operational policies
  • Led team performance improvement initiatives through targeted training programs

Manager Corporate Communications and Operations

Linens N Things
01.2003 - 01.2008
  • Standardized corporate communication processes improving execution efficiency
  • Coordinated national rollouts of fixtures, planograms,and merchandising strategies
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent implementation


Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Bentley College
Waltham, MA
01-1990

Skills

  • Project leadership
  • Performance optimization
  • Work flow planning
  • Business performance management
  • Reporting oversight
  • Cross-functional team leadership

Timeline

Sr. Manager Store Systems & Omni Channel Operation

PCHI Party City
06.2018 - 12.2024

Sr. Manager Store Operations - Systems, Communications

Toys "R" Us
01.2010 - 05.2018

Manager Store Operations and Loss Prevention

The Avenue
06.2008 - 01.2010

Manager Corporate Communications and Operations

Linens N Things
01.2003 - 01.2008

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Bentley College

Core Competencies

  • Retail Systems Architecture & Implementation
  • Digital Transformation Leadership
  • Program & Project Management
  • Omni-Channel Strategy & Integration
  • Data Analytics & Business Intelligence
  • Budget Planning and P&L Management
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Change Management

Key Achievements

  • Generated $116M+ in new revenue through digital transformation initiatives
  • Led successful implementation of multiple enterprise-wide technology systems
  • Reduced operational costs through innovative process improvements and training
  • Streamlined communications and operations across large retail networks


CRAIG J. SMITH