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Craig Robinson

martinez,CA

Summary

Knowledgeable professional with several years of experience bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Organized and systematic with natural relationship-building and leadership talents.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Retail - Central Region

Cotton On Group
Los Angeles
06.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational goals were met.
  • Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
  • Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Promoted a culture of innovation and encouraged staff to contribute ideas.
  • Monitored market conditions and competitor activities to inform business decisions.

Director of Business Development Global Franchise

Gap Inc Direct
San Francisco
07.2019 - 03.2022
  • Established relationships with clients, vendors, suppliers, partners, and other stakeholders to ensure successful collaborations.
  • Negotiated partnerships with key industry players to expand market presence.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews of the Business Development Team members to identify areas for improvement and provide feedback and guidance for career growth and development.
  • Analyzed market trends and identified new business opportunities in existing and potential markets.
  • Generated leads and capitalized on valuable business opportunities to bring in new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.

Account Director - Franchise, Middle East Region,

Gap Inc
San Francisco
07.2017 - 06.2019
  • Identified new business opportunities by researching the market and staying abreast of competitor activities.
  • Resolved any conflicts between clients' needs, requirements and available resources, capabilities within the organization.
  • Served as a liaison between the client and internal teams to ensure successful execution of projects.
  • Formulated plans to expand business operations and grow overall territory and client base.
  • Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.

Director of Retail Operations

Gap Inc
San Francisco
01.2015 - 07.2017
  • Assumed responsibility for executing international expansion plans, visiting and evaluating more than 20 markets.
  • Managed process for new market launch, including internal approvals for logistics, real estate, finance, and marketing.
  • Managed team to create tools and resources for partners worldwide
  • Effectively facilitated clear communication between brand and partner to ensure alignment of goals and objectives for seamless execution of partnership.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality

University of Essex
Esses, UK
08-1996

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Project Management
  • Staff Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Organizational Development
  • Team Management

Affiliations

Having two teenage daughters, my time is pretty much spent between being an uber driver for them or cheering them on in softball and volleyball games, however I do absolutely love to play golf (badly) and I am obsessed with cooking (pretty good). I've also spent most of my adult life traveling the world which is a huge plus, however I still have a lot more to explore, visiting Japan would be top of that list.

Timeline

Director of Retail - Central Region

Cotton On Group
06.2022 - Current

Director of Business Development Global Franchise

Gap Inc Direct
07.2019 - 03.2022

Account Director - Franchise, Middle East Region,

Gap Inc
07.2017 - 06.2019

Director of Retail Operations

Gap Inc
01.2015 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality

University of Essex
Craig Robinson