Michael Sanders
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 33 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.
Operation Coordinator focused on internal processes of a company maintaining and developing operation policies and procedure to help insure the business remained compliant.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Genesco
10.2015 - 11.2023
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
Regional Real Estate Manager
Genesco
03.2012 - 09.2015
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Operations Coordinator
Genesco
08.2000 - 03.2012
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Protected company assets from loss such as theft or damage by setting and enforcing effective security policies.
- Enforced regulatory and company policy compliance to improve workplace and employee safety and readiness.
- Provided direction and guidance to internal teams in order to achieve targets.
Regional Sales Manager
Genesco
06.1999 - 07.2000
- Participated in sales calls with direct reports to strengthen customer relationships and uncover possible opportunities for growth.
- Collaborated with senior executives to evaluate performance in regional area and develop strategies to expand revenue generation.
- Developed and managed budgets to confirm proper use of resources and maximize profitability.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
Store Manager
Genesco
11.1998 - 06.1999
- Responsible for hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Regional Sales Director
The Candy Barrel
03.1992 - 11.1998
- Managed sales team of 250 employees.
- Evaluated store and individual performances.
- Guided and promoted several new managers from within.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy..
Education
No Degree - Business
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UTHigh School Diploma -
Brighton High School
Salt Lake City, UT06.1984
Timeline
Project Manager
Genesco
10.2015 - 11.2023
Regional Real Estate Manager
Genesco
03.2012 - 09.2015
Operations Coordinator
Genesco
08.2000 - 03.2012
Regional Sales Manager
Genesco
06.1999 - 07.2000
Store Manager
Genesco
11.1998 - 06.1999
Regional Sales Director
The Candy Barrel
03.1992 - 11.1998
No Degree - Business
University of Utah
High School Diploma -
Brighton High School
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