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Manager
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JAMES GALBREATH

RXO
Leland,NC

Work Preference

Job Search Status:

Open to work

Desired start date:

2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

Manager

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site

Location:

Leland, NCWilmington, NC

Open to relocation:

No

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsTeam Building / Company Retreats
26
Years of experience

Dependable Supply chain Manager, equipped for fast-paced work and changing daily needs. Serves customers effectively with attention to detail and hardworking approach. Seeks out opportunities to go beyond basics, improve processes and increase customer satisfaction. CIMT (Continuous Improvement Master Trainer) Responsible for building team leaders within a organization through performance leader workshops, building capabilities which drive performance and culture. Experienced Manager with excellent communication, organizational and multitasking abilities focused on monitoring and improving front-line operations. History of promoting customer loyalty by building connections while driving sales performance with creative and appealing approaches. Experienced with the ability to train and motivate staff to meet challenging performance targets and consistently satisfy customers with high-quality service. Focused on keeping the department efficient and cost-effective. Results-driven Floor Management with significant background in delivering results. Excellent customer focus with successful history of driving customer retention and loyalty by motivating associates to be attentive and responsive to diverse customers' needs. Coach, train and develop employees through positive and constructive feedback.

Work History

Last Mile Operations Manager

1 Year
RXO | 08.2025 - Current

• Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement and increased productivity exceeding 500 deliveries per day.
• Collaborated with senior leadership to develop strategic initiatives aligned with company goals.
• Oversaw budget management, ensuring resource allocation met operational demands effectively.
• Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
• Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
• Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.

Merchandising Assistant Store Manager

2 Years 1 Month
Lowes Home Improvement | 07.2023 - 08.2025
  • Developed and implemented merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility and maximize sales performance.
  • Conducted regular store audits to assess compliance with merchandising plans and identify areas for improvement.
  • Leveraged data analytics tools to monitor sales performance, providing actionable insights for future strategy development.
  • Promoted a positive workplace culture through consistent communication, feedback, and recognition of employee achievements.
  • Coordinated merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility and drive sales performance.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and promptly addressing concerns.
  • Implemented loss prevention measures to minimize shrinkage and protect store assets.
  • Conducted weekly walk-throughs with store manager to discuss interior visual displays and store window presentation.

PRO SALES FLOOR SUPERVISOR

10 Months
Lowers Home improvement | 09.2022 - 07.2023
  • Responded to customer requests and complaints and resolved issues to customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted managers and assistant store managers with personnel, merchandising and product supervision.
  • Evaluated customer paperwork and reviewed credit requests.
  • Directed and supervised employees engaged in customer-facing activities.
  • Delegated assignments based on employees' knowledge and skillset.
  • Provided recommendations to customers and upsold company products.
  • Coached retail staff to handle difficult and complicated sales.
  • Monitored sales activities to maximize rate of happy, satisfied and loyal customers.
  • Directed employees to replenish inventory and keep shelves presentable with attractive displays.
  • Trained and mentored employees to boost individual and team performance.
  • Modeled superior customer service by facilitating memorable customer experiences.

DELIVERY COORDINATOR

1 Year
Lowe's Home improvement | 09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Verified completeness and accuracy of delivery manifests to minimize errors.
  • Upheld company presentation and service standards to maintain positive company image with customers.
  • Fielded inquiries from customers to proactively resolve delivery, service and billing issues.
  • Delivered orders with consistent on-time delivery and high customer satisfaction rates.
  • Resolved worker problems and collaborated with employees to assist in problem resolution.
  • Monitored driver locations to maintain current knowledge of delivery progress.
  • Set, adjusted and managed delivery dates to meet customer expectations and satisfy demands.
  • Followed up with customers to check on satisfaction and offer additional support and services.
  • Fielded phone calls to politely offer effective and efficient assistance for wide-ranging delivery questions and problems.
  • Coordinated delivery times and locations by issuing clear shipping and routing instructions.

SUPPLY CHAIN LEADER

20 Years 5 Months
Frito Lay | 05.2000 - 10.2020
  • Updated supply chain processes to reflect new technologies and strategies, consistently improving performance.
  • Improved warehouse workflows and storage plans to maximize the efficiency of moving goods.
  • Followed established guidelines and procedures.
  • Helped team complete assignments to meet goals.
  • Maintained good working relationship with co-workers and management.
  • Used good organizational skills to manage workload.
  • Integrated supply chain strategies with sales, production and other internal departments to maximize efficiency.
  • Worked with analysts to create accurate demand forecasts and supply chain management plans for expected demands.
  • Maintained low safety incident record.
  • Rectified product damages, shortages and specification concerns through diligent product assessment and supplier communication.
  • Audited inventory management strategies to determine where waste could be reduced, customer service improved and inventory turns optimized.
  • Forecast monitoring Performance tracking Coordination Prioritization
  • Creative thinking Verbal communication Analytical thinking Training
  • Multitasking Problem-solving Collaboration Task prioritization
  • Addressed customer concerns and complaints directly, maintaining maximum satisfaction by implementing quick resolutions.

Education

Diploma - Graphic Arts and Photography

Boces | Belmont, NY | 06.1988

Skills

Workforce scheduling
Expense management
Inventory control
Product presentation
Responsive communication with empathy
Workflow management
Policy and procedure development
Lean six sigma principles
Kaizen implementation
Team development
Safety oversight
Manage inventory organization
Customer relations
Strong organizational skills
Coordination
Motivation
Problem-solving
Strategic supplier negotiation
Certified first aid responder
Crew management for performance optimization
Daily payroll management in KRONOS
Facilitate run right venues.
Conduct new hire interviews
Conduct safety investigations
Conducting effective one-on-one meetings

Timeline

Last Mile Operations Manager

RXO
08.2025 - CurrentRead More

Merchandising Assistant Store Manager

Lowes Home Improvement
07.2023 - 08.2025Read More

PRO SALES FLOOR SUPERVISOR

Lowers Home improvement
09.2022 - 07.2023Read More

DELIVERY COORDINATOR

Lowe's Home improvement
09.2021 - 09.2022Read More

SUPPLY CHAIN LEADER

Frito Lay
05.2000 - 10.2020Read More

Boces

Diploma from Graphic Arts and Photography
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JAMES GALBREATHManager