John Rennar
Brick,NJ
Summary
Dynamic leader and US Naval veteran with a strong background in workforce management and consultative sales at The Home Depot Inc. Successfully drove market share growth through strategic planning and exceptional team coaching, consistently achieving revenue targets. Expertise in Microsoft Office enhances the ability to streamline operations and deliver outstanding customer service. Committed to leveraging leadership skills to foster high-performing teams and operational excellence.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
The Home Depot Inc
Freehold, NJ
06.2016 - 12.2024
- Developed an effective system for tracking inventory levels, ensuring stock is available when needed.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner and addressed any issues that may arise during store hours.
- Provided leadership support during peak business hours by motivating staff members to meet targets.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Led teams in planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operating initiatives to streamline business effectiveness.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Provided mentorship for employees to generate sales, promote effective upselling and cross-sell to improve retail productivity.
- Organized weekly meetings with department heads to review progress on key objectives.
- Conducted regular performance reviews of staff members in order to identify areas for improvement.
Regional Sales Manager/Sales Associate
Shore Point Distributing Inc
Freehold, NJ
02.2001 - 09.2015
- Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
- Supervised sales strategy, training, team structure, and communication of regional sales program.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly as well as escalated issues when necessary.
- Gained market share in new sales performance through aggressive team training.
- Met regional sales objectives by developing and implementing promotion strategies, coordinating sales team and servicing key accounts to fortify business relationships.
- Held weekly meetings with each representative to talk one-on-one, resolve issues and provide tailored training.
Sales Representative/Team Leader
Crown Beer Distributors
Wall, NJ
09.1997 - 01.2001
- Assessed current market conditions to inform pricing decisions and develop marketing campaigns.
- Recruited, hired and trained new hires to optimize profitability.
- Conferred with management to offer feedback on operations and promotions based on customer preferences and purchasing habits.
- Monitored competitor activities in order to stay ahead of the competition.
- Drove sales of company products and services by meeting with customers using strategic and organized approach.
Electronics Technician
US Navy - Submarine Service
02.1985 - 09.1989
Sales Representative
Nash Distributors Inc
Carlstadt, NJ
- Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Maintained well-stocked and organized sales floor with latest merchandise to drive sustained sales revenue.
- Reset store displays for special events and seasonal merchandise changes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/Russian Language
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ06-1995
Skills
- Workforce management
- Team building and leadership
- New hire training
- Mentoring and coaching
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Consultative sales
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
The Home Depot Inc
06.2016 - 12.2024
Regional Sales Manager/Sales Associate
Shore Point Distributing Inc
02.2001 - 09.2015
Sales Representative/Team Leader
Crown Beer Distributors
09.1997 - 01.2001
Electronics Technician
US Navy - Submarine Service
02.1985 - 09.1989
Sales Representative
Nash Distributors Inc
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/Russian Language
Seton Hall University
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