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JAMES BLAIR

Lawrenceville

Summary

Innovative leader possessing 25 years of retail and distribution experience. I am known for forward thinking adaptability, change management, and successfully leading multi-unit teams to consistently gain market share in an ever changing competitive environment. I am an expert in Customer Experience, Omni-Channel operations, Internet Fulfillment, Pro Sales, In-home Sales and Services, Installation Services, Distribution, as well as traditional brick and mortar operations.

Experienced with managing multi-regional operations and leading teams to achieve organizational goals. Utilizes strategic planning and leadership to drive performance and operational improvements. Track record of fostering effective team collaboration and delivering consistent results.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Manager

Amazon
01.2024 - 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.
  • Established and maintained operational standards for 55 locations.

District Manager

Amazon
01.2021 - 01.2024

Operations Manager

Amazon Logistics
01.2020 - 01.2021

Regional Manager

LL Flooring
01.2018 - 01.2019

District Manager

Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.2006 - 01.2017

Store Manager

Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.1994 - 01.2006

Education

BA - Business Administration

West Virginia University
01.1996

Skills

  • Customer Experience
  • Operations
  • Staff training and development
  • Strategic planning
  • Staff management
  • Business development and planning
  • Multi-million dollar P&L management
  • Safety protocol

Certification

  • Kenan-Flagler UNC Chapel Hill- Retail Leadership Certification 2014
  • Ken Blanchard- Situational Leadership Training 2009-2017
  • Conner Partners- Strategic Change Execution 2011-2017

Timeline

Regional Manager

Amazon
01.2024 - Current

District Manager

Amazon
01.2021 - 01.2024

Operations Manager

Amazon Logistics
01.2020 - 01.2021

Regional Manager

LL Flooring
01.2018 - 01.2019

District Manager

Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.2006 - 01.2017

Store Manager

Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.1994 - 01.2006

BA - Business Administration

West Virginia University

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