Retail professional with 22 years of hands-on experience in the petroleum marketing industry. Strong proficiency and experience in Real Estate, Marketing and Operations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Division Real Estate Manager
Speedway LLC
Indianapolis, IN
02.2010 - 11.2013
Conducted comprehensive analysis and evaluation of potential sites for expansion in the Great Lakes Division.
Performed site selection development research and finalized ROI calculations for all prospective site candidates.
Managed the execution and negotiation of letters of intent for new site acquisitions in the market.
Cultivated and maintained broker relationships to enhance company awareness of newly zoned sites.
Presented in-depth site characteristics and economic evaluations to enhance planning discussions with Senior Management and the real estate team.
Developed and executed strategic site tours, ensuring alignment between upper management and real estate team objectives.
Managed all aspects of new site acquisitions, ensuring effective communication between project managers and construction teams.
Region Manager
Speedway LLC
Minneapolis, MN & Detroit, MI
12.2014 - 03.2024
Analyzed and optimized profit and loss statements for each Speedway store, driving strategic financial decisions.
Oversaw all staffing functions within the market. Accountable for the recruitment and management of 11 District Managers and 105 Store Leaders.
Directed successful change initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency during periods of organizational restructuring.
Achieved significant sales growth by strategically implementing successful merchandising initiatives across the market. Enhanced sales performance by managing vendor relationships effectively.
Established a cohesive regional team by driving recruitment efforts, facilitating training sessions, and overseeing performance management processes.
Led strategic KPI development and execution, resulting in designation as Region Manager of the Year in 2016.
Manager of Operations Planning
Speedway LLC
Enon, Ohio
11.2013 - 12.2014
Directed all aspects of operations planning for Speedway corporate headquarters in Enon, Ohio, focusing on optimizing processes and resource allocation.
Managed budgets and resources effectively, ensuring optimal allocation for maximum results.
Utilized data-driven decision-making to identify areas of opportunity and implement targeted solutions.
Reduced operational costs through careful analysis of expenditures and identification of cost-saving opportunities.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement across the organization.
Associate Category Manager
Speedway LLC
Enon, OH
11.2007 - 02.2010
Responsible for all aspects of the cold vault category. This included product selection, cost negotiation, POG creation and vendor relations.
Improved margin performance by negotiating favorable supplier contracts and optimizing cost structures.
Partnered closely with store operations teams to ensure seamless execution of merchandising initiatives at all locations nationwide.
Led successful new product launches with comprehensive go-to-market plans, including positioning, messaging, and channel strategy execution.
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