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Michael Shaffer

Conway,AR

Summary

Results-driven Director of Operations with a proven track record at Retzer Resources in strategic planning and staff training. Enhanced market performance across 21 locations, demonstrating strong leadership and analytical skills that consistently drive teams to surpass organizational goals. Committed to operational excellence, fostering growth and innovation in dynamic environments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Director/ Operations Manager

Retzer Resources
Greenville, MS
05.2018 - Current
  • Leading MMLC for Great South BU.
  • Created strategic objectives to enhance market performance of 21 locations.
  • Built and supervised Training and Human Resource team.
  • Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss departmental issues and progress on goals.
  • Supervised 6-member Maintenance team.

Director of Operations

G&R Foods
Conway, AR
12.2008 - 05.2018
  • Overseen the operations for 6 store locations.
  • Ensured all managers and supervisors achieved HU certification.
  • Developed daily and weekly routines to maintain systems for all stores
  • Set organizational strategic direction to improve Operations,People and Profitability.

Director of Operations

Bruns Management
Conway, AR
05.2000 - 12.2008
  • Directed overall operations for an 8 store market
  • Established and executed long term goals and actions as a member of the Co-Op Operations Committee.
  • Managed various contests including Manager and Crew All American Contest, Co-Op Spring-Up Contest, and Drive Thru Contests for the Co-Op

Education

Texarkana College
Texarkana, TX

Skills

  • Staff training and development
  • Strategic planning
  • Business planning
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Operations optimization
  • Key performance indicators
  • Facilities management

Accomplishments

  • Great South BU MMLC Lead for 2024-2025
  • Achieved an 89% pass rate in 2024 for PACE

Timeline

Director/ Operations Manager

Retzer Resources
05.2018 - Current

Director of Operations

G&R Foods
12.2008 - 05.2018

Director of Operations

Bruns Management
05.2000 - 12.2008

Texarkana College
Michael Shaffer