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DEREK LAPOINTE

Morrisonville,WI

Summary

Strategic retail leader with 25+ years of experience driving revenue growth, operational excellence, and team development. Proven track record of exceeding performance metrics and building high-performing teams across multiple retail environments. Consistently recognized for exceptional performance in sales, customer service, and organizational leadership. Accomplished buyer with demonstrated track record of success with large corporate retailer. Forward-thinking and resourceful professional with history of increasing revenue and reducing costs. Resourceful professional offering several-year history developing and implementing successful sales strategies. Strengths include vendor coordination, materials sourcing and promotional planning.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Vehicle Buyer

CARMAX
Madison, USA
01.2014 - Current
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration with 4 teams to optimize vehicle acquisition and distribution
  • Consistently achieve 'Exceptional' performance rating (top 1-3% company-wide) for past 4 years including President's club the past 2 years
  • Partner with corporate leadership and external stakeholders to develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives
  • Manage multi-million dollar purchasing decisions to maximize inventory profitability
  • Direct vehicle acquisition strategies across multiple markets to meet sales objectives
  • Analyzed market trends and competitor data to identify opportunities for cost savings.
  • Developed relationships with vendors to secure better prices and payment terms.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure availability of products for customers.
  • Negotiated pricing and delivery terms with suppliers.

Store Manager

STAPLES
Portage - Madison, WI
01.2005 - 01.2014
  • Led multi-unit operations with focus on small business development and customer solutions
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive staff training programs to drive consultative selling
  • Achieved consistent year-over-year growth in sales, margin, and operational metrics
  • Built and mentored high-performing management teams, creating pipeline of future leaders
  • Established customer-centric culture resulting in superior service metrics
  • Analyzed financial data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
  • Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
  • Planned special promotions or discounts based on market trends.
  • Provided feedback on marketing campaigns to improve effectiveness.
  • Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
  • Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.

Store Manager

CIRCUIT CITY
Milwaukee, WI
01.1998 - 01.2004
  • Progressed through multiple leadership roles with increasing responsibility
  • Directed store operations, staff development, and customer service initiatives
  • Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
  • Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.

Education

General Diploma -

Prairie du Chien High School
Prairie du Chien, WI
01.1997

Some College (No Degree) -

Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI

Skills

  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • P&L Management & Financial Analysis
  • Team Development & Leadership
  • Multi-unit Operations Management
  • Customer Experience Enhancement
  • Inventory Optimization
  • Change Management
  • Performance Analytics
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Inventory Oversight
  • Strategic Planning
  • Interpersonal ability
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Merchandising operations
  • Quality Assurance
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Inventory Monitoring
  • Purchasing expertise
  • Purchasing strategies
  • Resourcefulness
  • Financial Planning
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Sales experience

Professionalreferences

  • Jake Wetuski, CarMax Leadership (4-year association), 715-630-7350
  • John Jenks, Former District Manager, Staples & Circuit City (16-year association), 608-449-0830
  • Corby Ruth, Staples Leadership (9-year association), 920-205-2376
  • Mike Rink, Retail Executive, Staples & Circuit City (30-year association), 608-712-4201

Timeline

Vehicle Buyer

CARMAX
01.2014 - Current

Store Manager

STAPLES
01.2005 - 01.2014

Store Manager

CIRCUIT CITY
01.1998 - 01.2004

General Diploma -

Prairie du Chien High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Madison Area Technical College

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