Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Dwayne Ball

Rochester

Summary

Dynamic Regional Manager with a proven track record at Aubuchon, excelling in operations and staff development. Enhanced team performance through strategic coaching and mentoring, driving customer satisfaction and optimizing inventory management. Skilled in fostering a positive work environment while achieving corporate goals and maximizing profitability.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Manager

Aubuchon
02.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, training, and performance feedback to staff members.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing process reviews, employee engagement initiatives, and open channels of communication.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to establish long-term objectives, drive growth initiatives, and align regional efforts with corporate goals.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with timely resolution of escalated issues and proactive communication on product updates.
  • Established and maintained operational standards for Number locations.
  • Mentored and developed high-potential employees for leadership roles through individualized career development plans and opportunities for growth.
  • Optimized inventory management systems for reduced stock discrepancies, minimizing losses due to shrinkage or obsolescence.
  • Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.

Store Manager

Aubuchon
11.2019 - 02.2022
  • 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.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.

Store Manager

Aubuchon
11.2018 - 11.2019

Executed identical duties as at the former site.

Store Manager

Aubuchon
05.2011 - 11.2018

Replicated successful practices from former location.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kearsarge
North Sutton, NH
06.1987

Skills

  • Operations
  • Staff training and development
  • Strategic planning
  • Staff management
  • Operational management

Certification

I have been certified by the State of Maine to train employees to dispense propane.

I have been certified bt Alta to train and license forklift operators.

Additional Information

I have completed the NRHA Foundations of Leadership course and subsequently mentored two employees through the course.

Timeline

Regional Manager

Aubuchon
02.2022 - Current

Store Manager

Aubuchon
11.2019 - 02.2022

Store Manager

Aubuchon
11.2018 - 11.2019

Store Manager

Aubuchon
05.2011 - 11.2018

High School Diploma -

Kearsarge
Dwayne Ball