Paul E Clark
Memphis,TN
Summary
Result-oriented leader with nearly 30 years of proven success in multi-unit management and leadership. Critical thinker and adept manager who can apply extensive knowledge of industry to produce rapid revenue and profit growth. Talent for directing resources and motivating teams to exceed company and industry performance expectations.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Manager
Aaron's Sales & Lease
Memphis, TN
04.2007 - Current
- Established and maintained operational standards for 8 locations.
- Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty and enhancing operations.
- Supervised staff to optimize brand expansion initiatives and productivity.
- Held weekly meetings with General Manger's to identify techniques to overcome sales obstacles.
- Grew market share by building strong vendor network and customer-oriented retail store and services.
- Leveraged profit opportunities by recruiting top talent and managing brand image to exceed plan performance.
Regional Manager
QC Financial Services
Jackson, MS
06.1998 - 03.2007
- Opened 25 new locations through effective management of property acquisitions and construction and financial planning.
- Grew region from 4 store in 1998 to 29 locations in 2006
- Increased annual income of region from $1.3 million to 13.4 million
- Improved region from negative profit to annual 44% profit
- Created customer loyalty program that resulted in increasing customer retention by 27%
- Region had best net profit and net credit losses in company for last 5 years
Regional Manager
Home Choice Inc.
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.1996 - 06.1998
- Home Choice acquired Fastway Rent-to-Own January 1996
- Established and maintained operational standards for 12 locations in states of Mississippi and Alabama
- Managed up to 80 full-time employees
- Set annual budgets and forecasting for unit growth, top line revenue and net profit expectations
- Assessed each location's individual and team performances, analyzing data trends to determine best methods to improve sales results
- Exceeded annual budget expectations consistently by 10%
District Manager
Fastway Rent-to-Own
Pine Bluff, AR
09.1993 - 01.1996
- Supervised 10 locations to enforce high-quality standards of operation.
- Built positive and productive relationships with store and field leadership.
- Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
- Improved operational standards, personnel moves, and merchandising strategies.
- Boosted bottom-line profits by devising and optimizing effective sales and merchandising programs.
Store Manager
Fastway Rent-to-Own
Pine Bluff, AR
01.1992 - 09.1993
- Managed largest store in the company, both in customer count and revenue.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Managed inventory control, cash control and store opening and closing procedures.
- Promoted to District Manager due to my success of leadership, performance and dedication in the position
Air Traffic Controller
U.S. Army Active Duty
Ft. Hood, TX
05.1987 - 12.1991
- Controlled arrivals and departures and transitioned aircraft across airfield and flight line.
- Delivered weather updates to pilots to determine if necessary to divert aircraft to different airports.
- Identified, analyzed, resolved and reported hazards and procedural issues affecting or potentially affecting safe and timely outcomes.
Education
* - Electrical Engineering
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR05.1987
Skills
- Business development and planning
- Staff recruiting
- Strategic planning
- Territory Management
- Goals and performance
- Leadership skills
Timeline
Regional Manager
Aaron's Sales & Lease
04.2007 - Current
Regional Manager
QC Financial Services
06.1998 - 03.2007
Regional Manager
Home Choice Inc.
01.1996 - 06.1998
District Manager
Fastway Rent-to-Own
09.1993 - 01.1996
Store Manager
Fastway Rent-to-Own
01.1992 - 09.1993
Air Traffic Controller
U.S. Army Active Duty
05.1987 - 12.1991
* - Electrical Engineering
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
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