James Beiler
Summary
District Lead and Store Manager successful at propelling retail stores to lead revenue in the district and region. Experienced manager of teams of up to 200 top rated managers and associates with more than 25 years leading a dynamic sales team in fast-paced markets.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Lezzer Lumber
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Analyzed market trends/data to identify potential opportunities for business growth within existing or emerging markets successfully.
- Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events/promotions while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
District Lead and General Store Manager
Hobby Lobby Inc
01.2016 - 08.2023
- Responsible for opening over ten new locations. Assisted with overseeing construction crew and hiring and training of all new associates.
- Drove sales to make the Northeast region the highest performing region in the company. Worked with stores and the Distribution Center to make the flow of goods run smoothly in a pandemic where the flow was affected by many factors.
General Store Manager
Lowes, INC.
05.2006 - 12.2016
- Responsible for overall store operations of a 45-million-dollar store, margin performance and management of all 200 store personnel.
- Designed and implemented customer satisfaction metrics. Increased customer satisfaction through exceptional service and well-trained, knowledgeable staff members.
- Worked closely with district leadership to formulate and build the store brand. Opened several new store locations and assisted in recruiting and hiring new staff.
- Managed financial aspects of the store including budgeting, expense tracking, and payroll administration for optimal cost control.
Education
Business Management Program - Business Management
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ06.1992
Accomplishments
- Highest Comp rate percent for entire year in the Northeast Region of 200 stores
- Grew Revenue by $1 million in the first year by spearheading development of Pro Sales Team.
- Top five recipient for Store of the Year out of 2000 stores.
Timeline
General Manager
Lezzer Lumber
08.2023 - Current
District Lead and General Store Manager
Hobby Lobby Inc
01.2016 - 08.2023
General Store Manager
Lowes, INC.
05.2006 - 12.2016
Business Management Program - Business Management
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
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