DOUGLAS STAROST
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Dynamic team manager with several years of experience in guiding and developing employees. Proven expertise in overseeing daily operations, optimizing processes, and achieving operational targets. Strong leadership skills complemented by a focus on member satisfaction and team productivity. Adept at navigating fast-paced environments and implementing strategies that drive success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Manager
Dunham's Sports
Fort Wayne, Indiana
11.2024 - Current
- Managed staff schedules to ensure optimal coverage and efficiency.
- Trained new employees on company policies and customer service standards.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain stock levels and organization.
- Developed training materials to improve employee skills and knowledge retention.
- Ensured adherence to company policies, procedures, regulations and laws while maintaining an ethical workplace culture.
District Training Manager
Big Lots
Fort Wayne, IN
10.2002 - 10.2024
- Developed and implemented training programs for district-wide personnel, ensuring compliance with company and government standards.
- Mentored team members to advance within the company, enhancing overall staff development and performance.
- Designed training modules incorporating strategic business practices and organizational behavior concepts.
- Planned and led training programs to improve employee knowledge, engagement, and satisfaction, contributing to enhanced performance.
- Collaborated with vendors to optimize product selection and pricing strategies, contributing to increased sales and customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory to meet service levels and turn targets, implementing changes to stocking items and new products.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Saint Francis
Fort Wayne, INSkills
- Selection and evaluation of products
- Vendor negotiations
- Development of promotional offers
- Critical thinking skills
- Communication proficiency
- Organizational expertise
- Service to customers
- Collaboration within teams
- Expertise in Excel and Google Suite applications
- time management techniques
- effective problem-solving
- timely schedule optimization
- delivery of employee training
Timeline
Team Manager
Dunham's Sports
11.2024 - Current
District Training Manager
Big Lots
10.2002 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Saint Francis