Lorenzo Barnes
Newport News,VA
Summary
757 232 3222
Seeking employment with a organization that has track record for taking care of its employees.
I'm looking for employment in various career fields in a tough economy.
Dependable, friendly, and confident, a self-starter that possesses great skill, enthusiasm, care
and leadership ability. Detail-oriented and self-motivated, with a strong sense of work ethic. My
core competencies are leading by example, multitasking, providing excellent customer service, great
organizational
skills, and being a team oriented worker.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Applications Developer/Cloud Developer
Sony Corp
09.2016 - Current
- Provide iOS and Android platform coding and full-service development
- Perform web development as needed
- Manage Apple Developer and Android / Google Play processes, as needed
General Manager
ASICS OUTLET
Charlotte, NC
04.2018 - 12.2023
- Full Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibility for the Regional Onitsuka Tiger North America business
- EstablishandoptimizetheorganizationthroughtheRegiontoensurethebusinessgrowthand achievement of KPIs
- Oversite and management of all aspects of Retail Operations including visual merchandising, store staff training, store development, and in store marketing activities with a customer-first mentality
- Assess business trends and actively partner with corporate stakeholders in order to strategize retail growth and drive business initiatives, which are aligned with Global Onitsuka Tiger business strategy
- Collaborates with internal departments, such as marketing, sales, and external partners and allies in the development and implementation of retail strategies, plans, and business models
- Deliveroptimalproductivityinstoresthroughoperationalexcellence,processimprovementand consistent resolution of challenges
- Analyze key performance metrics and provide guidance for each store to achieve goals and profitability targets
- Directs compliance of workers with established company policies, procedures, and standards such as safekeeping of company funds and property, personnel and grievance practices, and adherence to policies governing acceptance and processing of customer credit card charges
District Manager
Big Lots
Charlotte, NC
05.2015 - 04.2018
- Responsible for all activities of stores in assigned district with an emphasis on maximizing sales and profitability
- Manages the execution of company initiatives and ensures compliance with company standards Provides leadership and guidance to store management
- Provides direction to Store Management
- Manages processes for meeting financial goals and coordinates annual budget process for sales and controllable expense centers for each store in assigned district
- Ensures all store processes are managed and executed to company standards including freight flow, merchandise presentation and reconciliation of all sales, cash and inventory transactions
- Ensures the appearance of all stores’ interiors and exteriors are maintained to company standards including merchandise presentation and recovery
- Develops sales and customer service strategies that maximize local market potential, including driving loyalty program participation and addressing customer feedback
- Manages direct reports including staffing, training, development, performance assessment, disciplinary actions and succession planning
- Communicates and reinforces shrink disciplines in conjunction with asset protection teams in order to achieve shrinkage goals
- Responsible for maintaining positive associate relations within assigned stores Routinely coordinates gathering of information from stores
Store Manager
Big Lots Stores, Inc
Houston, TX
08.2011 - 05.2015
- Lead all aspects of Merchandising, Operations, Customer Service, and Human Resources within a high- volume store location
- Develop creative plans to increase store sales
- Lead store expense control and payroll to optimize business.Focus staff on Loss Prevention strategies and integrity concerns
- Ensure every customer has a positive and cheerful shopping experience
- Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a large team of Associates and Assistant Managers
- Provide individualized development for Assistant Store Managers to ensure their ability to be promoted to Store Manager positions.
Logistics Specialist
United States Army, Hood
01.2005 - 09.2012
- Responsible for the overall operation of the material management functions provided to all assigned customers of the USASOC General Supply Office (GSO)
- Item Manager for the daily supply workload from customer activities and ensures continued supply support is provided to all customers
- Functions as theArmy Service Component Command (ASCC) Department of Defense Activity Address Code (DODAAC)Coordinator
- Performs functional analysis of supply problems and determines courses of action to resolve problem areas
- Possesses knowledge of supply regulations, directives, automated systems and procedures used throughout the Government logistical support system
- Develops plans and studies for contingency supply support operations and base support expansions
- Provides advice on the interoperability of the Logistics Intelligence File (LIF), Logistics Support Activity (LOGSA)
- Department of the Army Address System (DAAS), Gateway, Total Asset Visibility (TAV) and Source of
- Supply (SOS)operations to enhance supply support
- Directs the Item Managers in the daily operations associated with
- End User Workstation (EUWS) usage and functional requirements for material management performedon the systems
- (Approx
- 40%)
Loader/Unloader
Walmart
Hampton, VA
10.2003 - 10.2005
- Perform any shipping and receiving task that may be assigned by supervisor or appropriate designee
- Complete all documents related to shipping and or receiving tasks assigned
- Select and palletize grocery, produce, meat, frozen food and dairy orders for shipment to retail stores accurately
- Operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and other material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner
- Perform pre-operational check of pallet jacks or forklifts according to company policy
- Follow good sanitation practices; keep work area clean and free of debris
- Make recommendations for modifications to procedures or processes impacting their work group or distribution center that will maximize efficiency, productivity, and reduce costs
- The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed
- They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position.
Education
Bachelor's - Business Management
Hampton University
Hampton, VA 06.2019 - 12.2022
Associate - Business
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO 05.2017 - 07.2019
Associates - Recording Arts
Fullsail University
Orlando, FL 01.2009 - 01.2011
Skills
Tendency to be reliable, dependable, and act with integrity at work
Additional Information
- Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Bachelor's - Business Management
Hampton University
06.2019 - 12.2022
General Manager
ASICS OUTLET
04.2018 - 12.2023
Associate - Business
Colorado Technical University
05.2017 - 07.2019
Applications Developer/Cloud Developer
Sony Corp
09.2016 - Current
District Manager
Big Lots
05.2015 - 04.2018
Store Manager
Big Lots Stores, Inc
08.2011 - 05.2015
Associates - Recording Arts
Fullsail University
01.2009 - 01.2011
Logistics Specialist
United States Army, Hood
01.2005 - 09.2012
Loader/Unloader
Walmart
10.2003 - 10.2005