Craig Lehman

• Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
• Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
• Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
• Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
• Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
• Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
• Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
• Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
• Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
• Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.

Managed 6-7 million in sales revenue yearly.

• Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
• Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
• Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
• Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
• Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.

• Expanded market share within the region by identifying growth opportunities and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
• Increased regional sales by implementing strategic marketing plans and nurturing key client relationships.
• Developed a successful sales team through rigorous coaching, performance management, and ongoing training.
• Organized regular sales meetings, providing comprehensive updates on market trends, competitor analysis, and new product developments.
• Generated detailed sales reports and forecasts to analyze performance and track progress.
• Consistently exceeded annual territory revenue goals by prioritizing high potential accounts and executing customized action plans.

• Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
• Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
• Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
• Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
• Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
• Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust inventory accordingly, preventing stockouts of popular items.
• Improved store layout for better customer flow and product visibility, leading to increase in average purchase size.
• Cultivated strong team by hiring motivated individuals and fostering collaborative workplace, leading to improved store performance.