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Jamie Dennis

Jamie Dennis

Enterprise Operations Leader | Multi-Unit Retail Executive | AI & Digital Platform Builder
Salt Lake City,UT

Summary

Operations executive with over two decades of leadership experience managing large-scale retail operations, complex multi-unit portfolios, and high-performing teams across multiple states.

Known for driving operational excellence, improving profitability, and leading transformational initiatives in fast-paced environments. Proven track record managing billion-dollar business portfolios, optimizing labor models, improving customer experience, and strengthening compliance and operational controls.

In addition to enterprise operations leadership, I design and launch digital platforms and AI-enabled tools that connect technology with real-world impact. I am the creator of Angel Chat, a mobile application deployed on Google Play, and the Beyond the Message platform, focused on digital engagement and community development.

My leadership approach blends strategic thinking, operational discipline, and innovation to build scalable systems, empower teams, and deliver measurable results.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
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21

Retail Locations Led Across Multiple States

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Multi-Million Dollar P&Ls Managed Across Retail Locations

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AI-Powered Mobile App Deployed (Angel Chat – Google Play)

Work History

Director of Retail Operations

WholosomeCo
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2024 - 02.2026

Director of Retail Operations

  • Enhance Operational Efficiency. Leading a high-performing retail operations team, driving substantial improvements in customer satisfaction and profitability through strategic optimization.
  • Optimized Inventory Management: Led the execution of inventory management strategies, reducing overstock and ensuring consistent alignment with customer demand through efficiency gains
  • Clinical / Pharmacist Oversight: Provided leadership and oversight for Pharmacist in charge, ensuring exceptional service delivery and adherence to industry standards by leveraging data to improve patient standards of care
  • Budgeting and P&L Management: Held ownership of P&L responsibilities, working closely with finance and the COO on budgeting to align financial goals with operational strategies to maximize profitability.
  • Strategic planning, contributing to long-term vision and growth initiatives that support business objectives.
  • Strengthened Compliance: Integration to ensure full regulatory adherence, conducting regular audits and implementing continuous improvements for optimal operational integrity.

Senior Director of Operations

Walmart
Las Vegas, NV
08.2018 - 04.2022
  • Developed, analyzed, and executed market and region business strategies to drive sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
  • Led and mentored Store and Market Team Managers, fostering effective leadership and talent growth.
  • Assessed market dynamics including sales trends, customer engagement, and competition, leveraging data-driven insights for improved outcomes.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to tailor marketing, merchandising, and operations strategies to specific market needs.
  • Optimized resource allocation to maximize ROI and manage capital budgets effectively.
  • Monitored and improved performance using business metrics and analyses.

Senior Director of Operations

Walmart
Salt Lake City, UT
04.2016 - 08.2018
  • Led change management efforts to successfully implement new technologies and systems across the organization.
  • Revamped reporting structures to provide more accurate insight into departmental performance metrics.
  • Accelerated financial growth by implementing innovative business initiatives.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for maximum efficiency and collaboration.
  • Improved overall productivity by identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.

District Manager

Walmart
Houston, TX
01.2011 - 03.2016
  • Led multi-unit retail operations across a large Houston market, overseeing store performance, operational execution, labor planning, and profitability across multiple locations.
  • Selected as an early market leader to pilot and scale Walmart’s Pickup Today program, helping establish the foundation for what is now the nationwide Grocery Pickup and Home Shopping platform.
  • Executed first-to-market rollout of omnichannel fulfillment initiatives, positioning Walmart to compete directly with emerging e-commerce delivery models as Amazon expanded regional delivery hubs.
  • Trained Texas cross-market leadership teams, in Phoenix, AZ, on new omnichannel fulfillment processes and operational playbooks prior to broader Texas market deployment.
  • Piloted “Store of the Future” technology platforms, introducing new tools designed to modernize in-store operations, pricing intelligence, and digital order fulfillment capabilities.
  • Implemented advanced grocery inventory and picking processes to support early curbside grocery fulfillment models, improving order accuracy, speed, and customer experience.
  • Led early testing and market deployment of Spoke-and-Hub delivery logistics, supporting last-mile grocery and general merchandise delivery capabilities.
  • Played a key role in the rollout of Ship From Store fulfillment, enabling stores to act as distribution nodes for e-commerce orders and supporting expansion to more than 1,000+ Walmart locations nationwide.
  • Collaborated with corporate executives, operations and technology teams to pilot emerging retail technology platforms, helping refine operational models before national rollout.
  • Built and coached high-performing leadership teams while driving improvements in customer experience, operational compliance, and financial performance across the market.

Education

George C Wallace Community College - Dothan
Clanton
09.2000

Skills

  • People Leadership
  • Multi-Unit Store Operations
  • Shrink Mitigation
  • Market Intelligence Merchandising Strategies
  • Excellent Communication
  • Data Analytics
  • Omni-Channel Experience
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Change Management
  • Profitability Assessments
  • Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
  • Strategic / Promotional planning

Timeline

Director of Retail Operations

WholosomeCo
01.2024 - 02.2026

Senior Director of Operations

Walmart
08.2018 - 04.2022

Senior Director of Operations

Walmart
04.2016 - 08.2018

District Manager

Walmart
01.2011 - 03.2016

George C Wallace Community College - Dothan
Jamie DennisEnterprise Operations Leader | Multi-Unit Retail Executive | AI & Digital Platform Builder