Kurt Knepshield
Abington,MA
Summary
Dedicated District Manager with extensive experience directing operations, sales and staffing for numerous locations throughout area. Excellent record of success driving improvements and elevating public profile for brand resulting in increased revenue. Team leader with success guiding, coaching and motivating employees.
Seasoned District Manager with experience directing company assets and developing team members. Forward-thinking when coaching and cross-training employees for future growth. Successful track record overhauling operations to improve profitability and reduce staff turnover.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
District Manager
IRE/Moove In Self-storage
York, Pennsylvania
01.2023 - Current
- Regularly communicated updates regarding changes in corporate policies or procedures down through store level employees.
- Developed and implemented district-wide sales strategies to increase revenue and market share.
- Conducted regular store visits to ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and regulations.
- Provided ongoing coaching and training for store managers on how to maximize productivity and profits.
- Managed all personnel matters within the district including recruitment, hiring, performance reviews, disciplinary actions.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms for the district's stores.
- Analyzed financial data for each store in the district to identify areas of improvement or growth potentials.
- Ensured that all stores met their monthly targets by providing guidance and support as needed.
- Planned budgets based on forecasted sales figures and monitored expenses throughout the year.
Regional Manager
Krazy Brothers Landscaping
Portsmouth, NH
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Analyzed regional financial data to identify areas of growth opportunities.
- Conducted regular meetings with district managers to discuss sales performance and provide guidance on improvement tactics.
- Developed annual budgets for each district within the region.
- Evaluated customer feedback and adjusted company processes accordingly.
- Established goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and standards of performance for all personnel in the region.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism when interacting with customers or vendors in person or over phone and email communication.
- Maximized branch revenue by optimizing daily operations.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by managing P&L to remain under budget with on-time project completion.
- Penetrated new markets by investigating competitor products, services and trends.
Area Manager
Life Storage
Buffalo, NY
06.2016 - 04.2022
- Conducted periodic reviews of inventory levels and product mix in stores.
- Provided guidance on the implementation of new policies and procedures in stores.
- Scheduled regular meetings with store teams to discuss objectives, performance metrics and customer feedback.
- Analyzed financial data such as sales reports, budgets and payroll records to identify areas of improvement.
- Ensured that store personnel adhered to company policies related to cash handling, security systems, hygiene standards.
- Coached Store Managers on developing effective sales strategies and building customer loyalty.
- Identified business opportunities by analyzing consumer trends within local markets.
- Supervised business functions, employee staffing, customer retention and financial accountability for stores.
- Boosted team morale and overall revenues by creating and implementing sales contests.
- Drove district growth through program quality, sales initiatives and customer service.
Store Manager
Christmas Tree Shop And That
Somerville , MA
01.2012 - 06.2016
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
- Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Assessed operational efficiency of the store's departments.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through waste reduction initiatives.
- Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
- Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.
District Merchandise Manager
Home Depot
Boston , MA
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Developed and implemented strategies for driving sales growth across multiple districts.
- Assigned tasks to store personnel, monitored progress, and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Created detailed reports of district-level performance metrics and presented them to senior management.
- Ensured that all merchandising displays were aligned with corporate guidelines.
- Managed relationships with vendors and negotiated contracts for purchasing merchandise.
- Partnered with marketing team to develop promotional campaigns that drove traffic into stores.
- Trained store managers on proper merchandising techniques and best practices.
- Resolved disputes between customers, vendors, and store personnel quickly and efficiently.
- Identified areas of opportunity for improving operational processes within the district's stores.
- Maintained effective communication channels between corporate headquarters and individual stores within the district.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Mount Ida College
Newton Center, MA05-2003
Skills
- Budget Management
- Territory Management
- Staff Recruiting
- Leadership Development
- Profitability Optimization
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Management
- Workforce Development
- Operations Oversight
- Budget Administration
- Team Leadership
- Data Analytics
- Team Development
- Operational Oversight
- Leadership skills
- Business and Operations Analysis
- Operations Management
Timeline
District Manager
IRE/Moove In Self-storage
01.2023 - Current
Regional Manager
Krazy Brothers Landscaping
04.2022 - 01.2023
Area Manager
Life Storage
06.2016 - 04.2022
Store Manager
Christmas Tree Shop And That
01.2012 - 06.2016
District Merchandise Manager
Home Depot
01.2008 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Mount Ida College
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