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Ryan M Doherty

Maynard,MA

Summary

Dynamic Sales Manager with a proven track record at Davidson Specialty Foods Co. at both the District and Regional level, driving revenue growth and enhancing team performance through effective coaching and strategic planning. Skilled in data analysis and task delegation, I excel in fostering client relationships and implementing successful sales strategies to achieve organizational goals.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

District Sales Manager

Davidson Specialty Foods Co.
Wethersfield, Connecticut
10.2022 - 03.2025
  • Led sales strategies to increase market share and drive revenue growth.
  • Conducted market analysis to identify emerging trends and customer needs.
  • Developed training programs for sales staff to improve performance and engagement.
  • Managed key accounts, fostering strong relationships with clients and store management.
  • Implemented effective sales processes to streamline operations and boost efficiency.
  • Analyzed sales data to inform decision-making and strategic planning initiatives.
  • Managed a team of sales representatives and provided training, coaching and mentoring to ensure optimal performance.

Regional Sales Manager

Davidson Specialty Foods Co.
Wethersfield, Connecticut
08.2023 - 09.2024
Achieved $186.7 million in EBITDA for FY 2024 by managing operations across 142 retail locations.

Directed a team of 60+ members, including District Managers, Sales Representatives, and Merchandisers.

Formulated and executed regional sales plans that met company-wide performance goals.

  • Coordinated daily activities among district teams to ensure optimal sales execution and distribution efficiency.
  • Recruited and coached staff while conducting performance evaluations to drive accountability and growth.
  • Oversaw product placement and merchandising strategies to maximize shelf visibility per marketing guidelines.

Expanded market presence by identifying growth opportunities and nurturing key client relationships.

  • Advised corporate leadership on strategic resource allocation and regional development initiatives.

Grocery Manager

Stop And Shop Supermarket
Worcester, MA
07.2022 - Current
  • Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
  • Boosted grocery sales with top-notch merchandising abilities and expertise in implementing effective promotions.
  • Performed key tasks to promote inviting grocery store appearance.
  • Engaged customers and provided very high level of service and support, helping find desired products and items.
  • Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
  • Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
  • Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
  • Orchestrated performance-oriented environment by closely supporting team members.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
  • Managed team of 18 staff in all of center store departments generating more than $1.2 million in monthly sales.

Dairy Manager

Stop And Shop Supermarket
Shrewsbury, MA
09.2018 - 07.2019
  • Restocked cases with new merchandise and removed expired items for proper disposal.
  • Answered questions from customers and discussed new products placed in dairy cases.
  • Checked department signage and confirmed proper pricing, making sure sale items accurate.
  • Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
  • Managed 14 different orders to ensure department was fully stocked.
  • Reviewed invoices for billing errors and missing products.

Night Crew Chief

Stop And Shop Supermarket
Acton, MA
09.2016 - 02.2017
  • Stocked and merchandised products to meet sales and merchandising standards.
  • Directed night crew personnel to meet department's service level and merchandising goals and objectives.
  • Communicated issues to store director and merchandising manager.
  • Kept shelves full, faced and ready for business first thing in the morning.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.

Receiver

Stop And Shop Supermarket
Westborough, MA
08.2015 - 09.2016
  • Kept work areas clean, safe and organized.
  • Loaded and unloaded boxes and pallets using safe operating procedures and correct equipment.
  • Restocked products and rotated items according to standard procedures.
  • Placed, tagged and secured merchandise in diverse designated areas.
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
  • Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.

Cash Management Analyst

TJX Companies
Framingham, MA
11.2006 - 06.2008
  • Developed data collection and validation processes to resolve complex issues.
  • Assisted in preparation of month-end and year-end financial reports.
  • Analyzed data and interpreted trends and results of studies to make conclusions and develop reports.
  • Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
  • Consolidated financial data and materials for key leadership meetings.

Multiple Positions in Various Departments

Stop And Shop Supermarket
Acton/Hudson, MA
09.1997 - 07.2005
  • Worked in every department as needed throughout my part time career to support store needs and learn more about the retail industry.

Education

No Degree - Accounting

Nichols College
Dudley, MA

No Degree - Accounting

Middlesex Community College
Bedford, MA

No Degree - Accounting

University of Massachusetts
Lowell, MA

Skills

  • Task delegation
  • Customer service and assistance
  • Supply level management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Coordination of inventory
  • Employee reviews
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Effective leader
  • Staff training/development
  • All Microsoft products
  • Google Docs

Software

Very Good

Timeline

Regional Sales Manager

Davidson Specialty Foods Co.
08.2023 - 09.2024

District Sales Manager

Davidson Specialty Foods Co.
10.2022 - 03.2025

Grocery Manager

Stop And Shop Supermarket
07.2022 - Current

Dairy Manager

Stop And Shop Supermarket
09.2018 - 07.2019

Night Crew Chief

Stop And Shop Supermarket
09.2016 - 02.2017

Receiver

Stop And Shop Supermarket
08.2015 - 09.2016

Cash Management Analyst

TJX Companies
11.2006 - 06.2008

Multiple Positions in Various Departments

Stop And Shop Supermarket
09.1997 - 07.2005

No Degree - Accounting

Nichols College

No Degree - Accounting

Middlesex Community College

No Degree - Accounting

University of Massachusetts
Ryan M Doherty