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Gabriel Hardin

Mabank,TX

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Achieved Area Manager of the Year, Rookie of the Year and led multiple locations to become the top-performing area in DFW. Skilled in customer relations, fostering strong teams, and driving significant sales growth. Husband and Father.


Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Manager II

Valvoline Instant Oil Change
08.2020 - Current


  • Led team training programs to improve customer service and operational efficiency across multiple locations.
  • Led a team to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
  • Transformed underperforming teams into productive, profitable teams.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations

Accomplishments

  • Area Manager of the Year Award (2020-2021).
  • Led 6 ambassador teams.
  • 16% - 24% Same Stores Sales year over year.
  • As an area we trained and promoted over 26 Service Center Mangers over the last 5 years.
  • Managed over 23 different locations in the DFW area.
  • Number 1 area in the market (2024,2025).
  • Achieved cars over plan year over year.
  • Ranked 24th area in the company (2025).
  • Gold Club Member (2024 Ranked #6, 2025).

Service Center Manager II

Valvoline Instant Oil Change
05.2017 - 07.2020
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Trained and mentored staff of technicians, keyholders, and customer service advisors on excellence and technical procedures.
  • Oversaw team performance through regular coaching and feedback sessions.
  • P&L Management: Rev, Labor, COGs, Profit.
  • Acquisition management.


Accomplishments

  • Rookie of the Year Award Winner (2018).
  • Trained and promoted 7 Service Center Managers.
  • Recognized in the top 10 of locations for speed of service (2018).
  • Recognized in the top 10 of locations for sales (2018).
  • Finished year over year hitting all KPIs.
  • Promoted to Service Center Manager II (9/2019).
  • Transformed two struggling stores into top-performing, profit-generating locations (2017-2019).
  • Conroe, TX acquisition ambassador team (2019).
  • DFW acquisition ambassador team (2020).
  • Successfully opened a new location in Prosper, TX hitting all KPIs (2019-2020).

Sales Associate

Lowes
04.2016 - 05.2017
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Resolved customer complaints swiftly, maintaining positive shopping experiences.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.

Education

High School Diploma -

Henderson Highschool
Henderson, TX

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Operations management
  • Relationship building and management
  • Team development

Timeline

Area Manager II

Valvoline Instant Oil Change
08.2020 - Current

Service Center Manager II

Valvoline Instant Oil Change
05.2017 - 07.2020

Sales Associate

Lowes
04.2016 - 05.2017

High School Diploma -

Henderson Highschool
Gabriel Hardin