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Riley Valentine

Riley Valentine

Arlington,Texas

Summary

Strategic and results-driven professional with a successful track record in improving operational standards to enhance team and business performance. Skilled in effectively communicating work expectations and company vision to set and achieve measurable goals in demanding and complex work environments. Demonstrated expertise in inventory management, overseeing a $7 million portfolio, and ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures across 11 locations. Proven ability to manage toward the bottom line while executing the successful buyout of Continental BestDrive's southern region, valued at $20 million, in collaboration with senior executives, resulting in the acquisition of 6 new locations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Operations Manager

Conlan Tire
01.2023 - Current
  • Promoted from Office Manager with P&L accountability for the Red River Valley, spanning 11 locations and 1 manufacturing plant from Texas to Missouri
  • Assigned locations each earn between $175K and $1M monthly
  • Manufacturing plant produces between 10K and 12K units monthly to meet minimum demand
  • Recruited in 2019 to open a new store in Fort Worth, TX as a tire technician; within 3 months of starting the role, promoted to Sr. Coordinator for 15 locations company-wide
  • Expanded revenue from $18.5M in 2022 to $48M in 2023 (166%) as a result of territory growth strategy and people leadership and development
  • Introduced and implemented SOP for large fleet operations accelerating growth from $900K in 2022 to $$2.1M in 2023.
  • Worked alongside CFO and executive leadership to plan and execute the $20M buyout of Continental Bestdrive (Completed in Mar 2021), playing a pivotal role in inventory control and headcount strategy.

Fleet Operations Manager

Conlan Tire
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Promoted through initial roles into the Fleet Operations Manager role: Introduced a plethora of SOPs for billing & receiving, logistics coordination, and large fleet management across 11 locations.
  • Successfully managed a $2.1M portfolio by establishing structure to streamline daily operations.
  • Evaluated pricing structures increasing net income by 6% in 3 months.
  • Recruited necessary personnel while adhering to headcount strategy
  • Designed and implemented successful inventory control system to track inventory levels and optimize stock levels ($3M)
  • Successfully forecasted demand in sales eliminating overstock by $400K in the first 3 months while maintaining profits

Store Manager

Conlan Tire
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Promoted from previous role to Store Manager in Fort Worth; increased revenue from $250K in Jan 2022 to over $500K (50% growth) in Oct 2022
  • Developed customer relationships aiding in the over 50% growth in revenue
  • Recruited required personnel due to explosive growth; maintained 100% productivity increasing net income
  • Developed/initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance
  • Advocated for detailed P&L statements to better pinpoint specific revenue-driving factors before being promoted to Fleet Operations Manager.

Office Manager

Conlan Tire
04.2021 - 01.2022

Senior Coordinator

Conlan Tire
04.2019 - 04.2021

Tire Technician

Conlan Tire
01.2019 - 04.2019

Education

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Skills

  • Acquisitions & Mergers

  • Logistics Coordination

  • Budget Management

  • Performance Metrics

  • Inventory Management

  • P&L Administration

  • Operational controls development

  • Customer and vendor relations

  • Sales experience

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Regional Operations Manager

Conlan Tire
01.2023 - Current

Fleet Operations Manager

Conlan Tire
10.2022 - 01.2023

Store Manager

Conlan Tire
01.2022 - 10.2022

Office Manager

Conlan Tire
04.2021 - 01.2022

Senior Coordinator

Conlan Tire
04.2019 - 04.2021

Tire Technician

Conlan Tire
01.2019 - 04.2019

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Liberty University
Riley Valentine