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Peter J. Carvara Jr.

Peter J. Carvara Jr.

Summary

Accomplished Executive Director with broad experience leading field and corporate operations teams across large and mid-size organizations. Versatile leader recognized for developing operational strategies and process innovation across a multifaceted portfolio including inventory & supply chain management, omnichannel modalities, and technology evolution. Passion for building a colleague environment consisting of inclusivity, engagement, and teamwork.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director of Operations

CVS HEALTH CORPORATION
07.2019 - Current
  • Lead an operations team of ~40 colleagues responsible for delivering process innovation, creating operational strategies and identifying workload efficiencies.
  • Responsible for a multifaceted portfolio including; inventory management, supply chain initiatives, merchandising programs, eCommerce modalities (ship to home and pick up in store), technology evolution, and general day to day operations across a fleet of more than 7400 locations.
  • Accountable for achieving business goals through strong cross functional collaboration and leading regular updates with Executive and Senior Leadership.

Director of Operations

CVS HEALTH CORPORATION
12.2015 - 07.2019
  • Led an operations team accountable for delivering process evolution and innovation, partnering with business segments across supply chain, inventory, and merchandising.
  • Accountable for implementing the operational strategy for programs and initiatives across retail ensuring flawless store execution while providing field leaders with tools and reporting to manage day to day operations.

Senior Manager of Operations

CVS HEALTH CORPORATION
04.2013 - 12.2015
  • Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
  • Led teams focused on supply chain and inventory management activities to improve store replenishment processes and establish efficiencies with delivery frequency and product flow across urban markets.

Field Leader

CVS HEALTH CORPORATION
03.1999 - 04.2013
  • Led total retail operations (front store and pharmacy) across ~20 locations accountable for P&L management including driving sales and margin, managing payroll and expenses, achieving customer service targets, with a goal of exceeding operating profit.
  • Responsible for leading over 600 colleagues managing day to day human relations while hiring and staffing management positions across front store and pharmacy.

Regional Sales Manager

Dunkin Donuts
06.1997 - 03.1999
  • Led multi-unit retail operations including managing day to day operations, P&L management, expense control (food and labor management), and the hiring of retail managers and associates.

Team Leader Manager

Apex, Inc
03.1993 - 06.1997
  • Team leader across a multifaceted portfolio accountable for generating retail sales for both hard-lines and soft-line goods.
  • Responsible for managing department sales growth, promotional activity, customer engagement, and hiring team members across the holistic business.

Education

High School Diploma -

Warren High School
Warren, RI

Associate of Science - Concentration in Business Entrepreneurship

Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA
12.2023

Skills

Inspirational Leadership

Complex Problem Solving

Building High Performing Teams

Thinks and Acts Strategically

Foster Agility and Innovation

Project Management Across Multifaceted Portfolio

Impacts and Influences

Strong Communicator

Delivers Business Outcomes

Multiunit Leadership and P&L Management

Strategic Partnership

Operational Efficiency

Accomplishments

  • Led the Front Store retail strategy to improve operational efficiencies, driving overall store productivity by identifying ~400M in expense opportunity over a four year roadmap. Initiative leveraged process innovation and technology to simplify colleague workload and improve the overall customer experience.
  • Led one of the first full expansion of self checkout across small box retail, offering customer convenience and choice in over 6,800 locations.
  • Led the operational strategy and retail rollout of Omnichannel modalities including Buy Online Pick up In Store across 7400 locations and Ship to Home in over 300 retail stores.
  • Led the development and chain wide implementation of a systemic replenishment process leveraging technology, backend logic, and algorithms to streamline and simplify the retail process improving balance onhand accuracy and on-shelf availability for the customer.

Timeline

Executive Director of Operations

CVS HEALTH CORPORATION
07.2019 - Current

Director of Operations

CVS HEALTH CORPORATION
12.2015 - 07.2019

Senior Manager of Operations

CVS HEALTH CORPORATION
04.2013 - 12.2015

Field Leader

CVS HEALTH CORPORATION
03.1999 - 04.2013

Regional Sales Manager

Dunkin Donuts
06.1997 - 03.1999

Team Leader Manager

Apex, Inc
03.1993 - 06.1997

High School Diploma -

Warren High School

Associate of Science - Concentration in Business Entrepreneurship

Bristol Community College
Peter J. Carvara Jr.