Edward Lawrence
1350 Idaho St Des Moines,IA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Rental Investors DBA Home Zone rent to own, enhancing sales and customer retention through effective store operations oversight and exceptional team leadership. Excelled in promotional planning and customer relations, driving growth and maximizing profitability. Skilled in process improvements and sales strategies, consistently delivering results beyond expectations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Rental Investors DBA Home Zone rent to own
Des Moines , Iowa
05.2021 - 01.2025
- Ensured adherence to established practices, resulting in maximized sales and retention of existing accounts.
- Managed restocking of items to maintain sufficient inventory on the sales floor.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
- Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
Overnight Manager
Pilot Travel Centers
Urbandale, IA
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Created reports summarizing nightly activity including sales figures, employee attendance records, and inventory updates.
Owner
Ed's house care
Des Moines, IA
10.2010 - 04.2020
- Supervised project execution, monitored phase progress, and evaluated workmanship.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
DMACC
Des Moines, IASkills
- Store operations oversight
- Promotional planning
- Process improvements
- Shift scheduling
- Sales strategies
- Accurate money handling
- Customer relations
- Pricing strategies
- Employee terminations
- Team leadership
Affiliations
- I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.
- I have many hobbies, and I also enjoy spending time doing them.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Store Manager
Rental Investors DBA Home Zone rent to own
05.2021 - 01.2025
Overnight Manager
Pilot Travel Centers
02.2020 - 05.2021
Owner
Ed's house care
10.2010 - 04.2020
Some College (No Degree) -
DMACC
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