Matt Gray
Pleasant Hill,MO
Summary
Accomplished executive with extensive experience in strategic planning, budget management, and operations oversight. Successfully led teams to achieve financial targets and improve performance through innovative sales strategies and employee engagement programs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
President & General Manager
Old Dominion Apparel
Kansas City, MO
08.2014 - Current
- Led strategic initiatives to achieve overall company objectives.
- Developed and oversaw company sales strategy working with senior sales management in development of program sales with key retail partners, recruiting and retaining field sales team members. Designed effective and financially beneficial sales enhancement programs to support sales growth and customer satisfaction.
- Developed key licensing relationships with outdoor, collegiate and pro sport licensor and agency partners.
- Oversaw company supply chain development and management including including the securing of overseas production, quality control initiatives, and logistical operations.
- Developed key employee performance enhancement programs and motivational and retention initiatives.
- Oversaw all financial aspects of the company including establishing periodic budgets and cashflow projections, efficiency measurement analysis, established monthly workload and production plans for warehouse employees. Negotiated factor and supply chain financing agreements.
President & Chief Operations Officer
Dunbrooke Apparel Company
Lee's Summit, MO
12.2006 - 07.2014
- Oversaw all aspects of the company's sales, financial, sourcing and operations functions.
- Oversaw the development and maintenance of key licensing agreements with national brand and pro sport partners.
- Developed and initiated quarterly and annual key sales enhancement and rewards programs for a 25-plus field sales team.
Vice President of Sales
Dunbrooke Apparel Company
Lee's Summit, MO
01.2003 - 07.2006
- Developed and executed strategic sales initiatives to drive revenue growth across multiple product lines.
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and optimize sales processes.
- Cultivated strong relationships with key clients, resulting in increased brand loyalty and repeat business.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making practices to refine sales strategies and improve market positioning.
Education
Master of Science - Management
Webster University
St. Louis, MOMaster of Science -
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MOSkills
- Leadership in sales and team building
- Employee relations
- Operations management
- Staff training
- Organizational leadership
- Strategic planning
- Operational excellence
- Budget management
- Staff management
- Revenue growth
Timeline
President & General Manager
Old Dominion Apparel
08.2014 - Current
President & Chief Operations Officer
Dunbrooke Apparel Company
12.2006 - 07.2014
Vice President of Sales
Dunbrooke Apparel Company
01.2003 - 07.2006
Master of Science - Management
Webster University
Master of Science -
University of Central Missouri