Dan Sabus
Pueblo West,CO
Summary
Results-driven management professional with proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner and Operator
Fairway Collectibles
02.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies for trade shows to drive sales growth
- Created visually appealing displays to enhance customer interaction and increase sales
- Monitored athlete performance to inform inventory purchasing decisions
- Ensured compliance with Federal and State regulatory laws
- Identified opportunities to improve performance and drive results
- Planned and organized work efficiently to achieve goals and objectives
Trainee
K&M Appraisal Service
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Implemented regulatory and operational procedures for residential real estate appraisals
- Completed appraisal courses to enhance knowledge and skills
- Collaborated with supervising Appraiser to measure and research residential properties
- Utilized real estate websites for market valuation comparisons
- Identified opportunities for performance improvement in appraisal processes
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to changing appraisal priorities
Store Manager
Satelite Auto Glass
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Oversaw team of 10+ Associates to provide exceptional customer service and improve store performance
- Developed routines and strategies to enhance work performance and customer satisfaction
- Monitored inventory flow and worked with distribution center to optimize inventory movement
- Collaborated with other managers and routing team to meet market demands
- Made physical improvements to store to enhance customer experience and team productivity
- Partnered with buying team to ensure availability of parts and timely work order completion
- Worked with Regional and District Managers to identify geographical areas for Market expansion
Club Manager
Sam's Club
11.2017 - 07.2018
- Managed operations of a $88 million retail location with 185+ Associates
- Ensured adherence to company standards and policies while driving sales growth and profitability
- Held weekly leadership meetings with Managers and Supervisors to maintain communication of results and company directives
- Collaborated with Management team to establish individual development plans for career growth
- Drove reduction in accident rate through increased Associate engagement and focus resulting in a decrease from 27 incidents to 3 incidents for same time periods
- Reviewed quarterly Profit and Loss Statements and submitted action plans for improvement
Operations Manager
Sam's Club
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Oversaw entire operations of Club and 170+ Associates to deliver outstanding Member service and drive sales growth
- Provided continuous feedback through daily department walks with individuals within each department
- Reviewed quarterly Profit and Loss Statement for Club and generated Exception Report for District Manager
- Led team in merchandising sales floor and preparing backroom area for successful new Club opening in Castle Rock, CO
- Identified opportunities to improve performance and drive results for Front End operations for struggling Fort Collins, CO location
- Applied effective analytical skills by integrating complex information to achieve goals and objectives
Fresh Assistant Manager
Sam's Club
02.2014 - 10.2016
- Led team of 40+ Associates in Bakery, Meat, Cafe, and Home Meal departments
- Provided extraordinary member service while maintaining a productive and sanitary work area
- Achieved double digit sales growth while reducing overproduction and throws by over 30%
- Oversaw Meat Department ground beef production and cleaning standards within the Market
Grocery and Produce Assistant Manager
Sam's Club
05.2012 - 02.2014
- Led team of 15+ Associates in merchandising sales floor to Company standards
- Provided overnight crew with merchandise plans to drive sales growth
- Developed schedules based on sales projections and made adjustments as trends dictated
- Oversaw inventory flow in the Produce department from inbound freight to throws
- Followed up with distribution center on inventory variances and filed for credit on poor product quality
- Established cleaning schedules for breaking down produce sales floor fixtures and backroom storage areas to ensure sanitary and organized area
- Identified opportunities to improve performance
- Planned and organized work to achieve goals and objectives
- Anticipated customer needs and continually strived to improve customer satisfaction
- Integrated complex information and balanced tactical and strategic initiatives
- Maintained an environment that promoted teamwork and maximized individual potential
- Provided clear and timely communication and demonstrated effective listening skills
General Manager
Golfsmith International
09.2009 - 03.2012
- Led teams of 10+ associates in day-to-day operations, promoting superior customer service and ensuring store met company P&L benchmarks
- Responsible for training sales team in golf club fitting to process accurate special orders
- Assisted receiving associate in processing inbound and outbound freight
- Developed management team in inventory control processes to meet company expectations for shrink
- Partnered with Regional Marketing Team to host PGA Tour Player appearances at the store
- Identified opportunities to improve performance and drive results
- Led team of 30+ associates in opening new store in Overland Park, KS
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting to changing business priorities
Owner and Operator
A Better Clean Janitorial
08.2006 - 09.2009
- Led all business operations to achieve company objectives and goals
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to attract new clients
- Created customized cleaning and maintenance plans to meet client needs and improve efficiency
- Managed financials, including Profit and Loss Statements, budgeting, and payroll
- Ensured timely completion of all required reporting for governmental agencies
- Identified opportunities for performance improvement and implemented strategies to drive results
Education
University of Southern Colorado
Pueblo, COSkills
- Business and Operational Analysis
- Staff Development
- Interpersonal Communication
- Customer Relationship Management
- Attention to Detail
- Sales growth
- Performance improvement
- Inventory management
- Merchandising strategies
Timeline
Owner and Operator
Fairway Collectibles
02.2023 - Current
Trainee
K&M Appraisal Service
07.2022 - 02.2023
Store Manager
Satelite Auto Glass
09.2021 - 06.2022
Club Manager
Sam's Club
11.2017 - 07.2018
Operations Manager
Sam's Club
11.2016 - 11.2017
Fresh Assistant Manager
Sam's Club
02.2014 - 10.2016
Grocery and Produce Assistant Manager
Sam's Club
05.2012 - 02.2014
General Manager
Golfsmith International
09.2009 - 03.2012
Owner and Operator
A Better Clean Janitorial
08.2006 - 09.2009
University of Southern Colorado