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Matthew Combs

Wichita,KS

Summary

Highly energetic business professional with a strong passion for people, leadership and performance. An experienced leader in both retail and healthcare with deep roots in customer service and team management, who will add value through strategic, creative thinking.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

District Sales Manager

Glaxosmithkline (GSK)
Wichita , KS
01.2018 - Current
  • Lead Sales Professionals across Kansas and Missouri, utilizing both virtual and in-person formats.
  • Train, coach and mentor Sales Professionals in selling capabilities, customer relations and product knowledge.
  • Utilize data and key performance indicators to meet Regional and National sales goals.
  • Own development, diversity, inclusion and engagement for an expansive Region encompassing fifteen states.

District Manager

Walgreens
Wichita, KS
04.2014 - 01.2018
  • Responsible for store and pharmacy operations for fifteen sites, producing over $145 million in annual sales.
  • Led, coached and developed Store and Pharmacy Managers through consistent touch points.
  • Engaged teams to provide quality, patient-focused care.
  • Recruited Pharmacist talent to meet staffing needs, while maintaining a strong relationship with KU School of Pharmacy.

Store Manager/Community Leader

Walgreens
Wichita, KS
10.2000 - 03.2014
  • Managed a 24-hour, high volume location with a consistent focus on exemplary store appearance & customer service.
  • Coached and mentored Store Managers in 6-8 other locations as a "Community Leader" prior to becoming DM.
  • NOTE: began Walgreens career in 2000 as an Assistant Manager. Promoted to Store Manager in 2002.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Wichita State University
Wichita, Kansas
12.2000

Skills

  • Ambitious, energetic in attaining goals Achieved 392 GPA, graduating Magna Cum Laude from WSU
  • Relationship building to foster team member growth and results
  • Keen forecasting and budgeting skills to navigate volatility
  • Strong, confident communicator across organizational levels

Timeline

District Sales Manager

Glaxosmithkline (GSK)
01.2018 - Current

District Manager

Walgreens
04.2014 - 01.2018

Store Manager/Community Leader

Walgreens
10.2000 - 03.2014

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Wichita State University
Matthew Combs