Lamont Grant
Warren,OH
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co Manager Assistant Manager
Walmart
Youngstown, OH
07.1996 - Current
- Partnered with other Co-Managers to share best practices, learn from collective experiences, and improve overall store performance.
- Collaborated with Store Manager to develop promotional strategies that effectively attracted new customers and increased foot traffic.
- Increased sales revenue by training and mentoring staff in effective selling techniques and product knowledge.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Education
BS Marketing Management - Business Management
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH06.1996
Sheet Metal Journeyman - HVAC Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning
Local Union Sheet Metal HVAC Apprenticeship
Youngstown, OH08.1990
Associate Business Management - Business
Kent State University
Warren, OH06.1990
Skills
- Staff Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Leasing and sales
- Business Development
- Marketing Management
- Team Leadership
- Staff Training and Development
- Policy Implementation
- Budget Control
- Operations Management
- Performance Evaluations
- Marketing
- Customer Service
- Decision-Making
- Staff Training
- Training and Development
- Human Resources Management
- Hiring and Training
- Shift Scheduling
- Performance reviewing
- Team Development
Accomplishments
The Walmart Store I managed in 1999 was Ranked #1 in the United States for highest sales increase that year in Hermitage,Pa.
Certification
My High School awarded me with a Certificate for completing all 4 years of High School with perfect attendance.
Additional Information
I was awarded a full scholarship from the the Buckeye Elks of Youngstown to attend Youngstown State University.
I was asked by the Buckeye Elks Board of Trustees to write a letter to the J Crandle Foundation's not to stop the 30 / $15,000 Scholarships, that I was a recipient. The Board informed me that the Foundation was so impressed with my letter, that they decided to continue to award the 30/ $15,000 scholarships to worthy recipients.
Timeline
Co Manager Assistant Manager
Walmart
07.1996 - Current
BS Marketing Management - Business Management
Youngstown State University
Sheet Metal Journeyman - HVAC Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning
Local Union Sheet Metal HVAC Apprenticeship
Associate Business Management - Business
Kent State University