Monte Ward
Glade Spring,VA
Summary
Highly driven General Manager successful at implementing strategic approaches to drive profitability and sales. Recognized for performance excellence in operations and customer care. Successful at motivating, training and developing team members to drive profitability in highly competitive environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Advance Auto Parts
Glade Spring, VA
08.2022 - Current
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Prepared detailed reports for senior leadership outlining key performance metrics related to operational success.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize customer satisfaction.
Owner
VickyMon's Concessions
Glade Spring, VA
07.2018 - Current
- Planned special events such as banquets or catered functions.
- Analyzed financial statements related to food sales and expenses each month.
- Managed daily operations of the food service department, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Assistant Manager
Walmart
Glade Spring, VA
08.2015 - 09.2018
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Wytheville Community College
Wytheville, VASkills
- Expense Control
- Account Management
- Staff Supervision
- Loss Prevention
- P&L Management
- Sales planning and implementation
Accomplishments
- General Manager of the Year 2023
- Store of the Quarter (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Quarters 2023)
- AP Associate of the Quarter
Timeline
General Manager
Advance Auto Parts
08.2022 - Current
Owner
VickyMon's Concessions
07.2018 - Current
Assistant Manager
Walmart
08.2015 - 09.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Wytheville Community College