John R Hudson III
Beavercreek,OH
Summary
District Manager with extensive expertise in retail operations and sales, leveraging over 19 years of experience to drive growth and profitability. Demonstrates strong leadership in brand management, recruitment, and visual merchandising, fostering high caliber teams that excel in customer relations and marketing. Passionate about implementing strategic initiatives and mentoring future leaders to achieve exceptional business outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Retail Leader
Rite Aid
03.2020 - 10.2024
- Led teams to align sales strategies, achieving notable growth in profitability.
- Executed district plans to enhance leadership, meeting strategic objectives.
- Mentored associate, enhancing skills and fostering career growth.
- Conducted store audits to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
Store Manager
Rite Aid
10.2016 - 03.2020
- Led team to exceed store goals, boosting sales through strategic marketing adaptation.
- Collaborated with District Manager to enhance brand visibility, increasing customer engagement.
- Resolved customer issues swiftly, enhancing satisfaction and fostering loyalty.
- Implemented data-driven inventory strategies, optimizing operations and staffing efficiency.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
Store Manager
DICK'S Sporting Goods
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Led team to surpass sales goals, increasing profitability and enhancing store success.
- Guided associates into leadership roles, strengthening team dynamics and capabilities.
- Ensured adherence to operational standards, guaranteeing policy compliance and customer satisfaction.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
Store Manager
Kmart
03.2009 - 09.2015
- Led team to exceed sales targets, enhancing store performance and customer satisfaction.
- Recruited and developed talent, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional service.
- Aligned team efforts with sales objectives, resulting in improved customer experiences.
- Optimized operational processes, delivering seamless member interactions.
- Implemented strategic sales initiatives, consistently achieving and surpassing targets.
Education
Marshall University
Huntington, WV01.2001
Skills
- Brand management
- Recruitment
- Training and development
- Motivating teams
- Inventory control
- Retail procedures
- Relationship building
- Sales forecasting
- Conflict resolution
- Operations
- Strategic planning
Timeline
Regional Retail Leader
Rite Aid
03.2020 - 10.2024
Store Manager
Rite Aid
10.2016 - 03.2020
Store Manager
DICK'S Sporting Goods
09.2015 - 09.2016
Store Manager
Kmart
03.2009 - 09.2015
Marshall University