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Kelli Helzer

FORT COBB,Oklahoma

Summary

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Divisional Asset Protection Director

Dollar General
07.2023 - Current
  • Develop and implement an enterprise-wide asset protection strategy that aligns with corporate objectives and risk management protocols.
  • Oversee the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks related to asset loss, theft, fraud, and operational disruptions.
  • Lead and mentor a high-performing team of asset protection professionals, promoting best practices in safety, security, and loss prevention.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, compliance, and operations, to ensure compliance with statutory regulations and internal policies.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with law enforcement agencies, external security partners, and industry stakeholders to enhance asset protection efforts.
  • Utilize data analytics and technology to monitor asset protection metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Vice President

Child Development Schools
06.2022 - 07.2023
  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
  • Increased company growth through collaboration with sales and marketing departments.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.

Regional Director

Dollar General
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Led region of 210 stores transformation for stores across the California, Oregon, Nevada, Idaho and Washington areas. Leading the team to the number one position our of 99 regions in the company. Tasked with stabilizing the market, elevating brand standards, and driving recruitment and retention strategies, overseeing a team of twelve district managers and 1,800 store employees.
  • Transformative Leadership: Elevated the region's performance, transforming it into a top-performing division by instilling a high-performance culture, establishing clear goals, and aligning teams on sales and shrink reduction.
  • · Shrink Reduction: Reduced loss by 2.3%, implementing rigorous inventory control and accountability measures to enhance profitability and operational efficiency.
  • · Leadership Pipeline Development: Cultivated talent across all levels, promoting one district manager to regional director and preparing two additional managers for future leadership roles.
  • · Operational Stability: Improved store standards and stabilized the workforce by addressing knowledge gaps and implementing targeted coaching and development programs for district and store managers.

Regional Director

Dollar General
12.2019 - 06.2021
  • Led a region of 243 stores with oversight of 1,900 employees, managing operations, training, and strategic growth initiatives. Reported to the Divisional Director and focused on recruiting, developing, and mentoring District Managers to enhance leadership capabilities and operational performance.
  • Elevated Regional Performance: · Transformed a bottom-ranking region into the number one region of the organization, driving consistent year-over-year sales growth and operational excellence.
  • Reduced Loss: Achieved a year over year reduction in shrink over 2 1/2 years through targeted operational strategies and best practices.

District Manager

Dollar General
11.2016 - 01.2019
  • Led an Urban market in Oklahoma City, OK. Elevating a bottom performing district into the top 20% of the company. Managing a team of 100 employees, including 17 direct reports. Focused on operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and consistent sales growth while fostering a collaborative and motivated team environment.

Education

Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Problem-solving expertise
  • Leadership in cross-departmental projects
  • Leadership coaching initiatives

Certification

Wicklander-Zulawski

Timeline

Divisional Asset Protection Director

Dollar General
07.2023 - Current

Vice President

Child Development Schools
06.2022 - 07.2023

Regional Director

Dollar General
07.2021 - 06.2022

Regional Director

Dollar General
12.2019 - 06.2021

District Manager

Dollar General
11.2016 - 01.2019

Southwestern Oklahoma State University

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