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Stacy Barrett

Bentonville,AR

Summary

Dedicated and organized financial professional with outstanding relationship-building and problem-solving skills. Driven to exceed expectations and operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Self-motivated team player adept at cultivating partnerships and building lasting relationships across all demographics and management levels. Dynamic and reliable with exceptional customer service and communication skills. Results-driven Management professional with 35+ years of experience in Automotive operations, production management, organizational development and team building within diverse industries. Highly adept in planning, coordinating and executing successful production strategies. Dedicated and organized Operations Manager with over 35+ years of experience using proven planning and support initiatives to cut costs, streamline operations and increase productivity. Decisive and resourceful team builder versed in sales, management and process improvement. Possesses in-depth industry trend knowledge and shifts to offer valuable insights on opportunities for new growth and business expansion. High-performing Manager with over 35 years of experience delivering successful improvements for business operations, profitability and team development. Resourceful project manager and compliance specialist to thrive in fast-paced and changing environments. Dedicated to sustaining operational accuracy and delivering results for optimal profitability. Reliable Manager demonstrating high level of ownership and initiative. Possessing exceptional work ethic and desire to go above and beyond to exceed company expectations. Offering knack for building productive working relationships. Successful in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments to manage goals and team development. History of thriving in team-oriented environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SR. Remarketing Manager

America's Car-Mart
Bentonville, Arkansas
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided leadership during times of organizational change
  • Helped kick off New Remarketing Program
  • Setup 7 Auctions with Expectations and training
  • Managed pilot store program
  • Help different regions with Inventory Issues and Concerns
  • Work with 4 Regions on support with Inventory concerns and issues
  • Support Growing Team and new Staff
  • Help kick off and maintain New Wholesale Process through Auctions and Online selling of Inventory
  • Work with Legal on inventory Concerns & Questions
  • Travel and Support anywhere needed

Regional Procurement Manager

America's Car-Mart
Jackson, Tennessee
05.2023 - 01.2024
  • Provided training for staff on aspects related to purchasing procedures such as tendering processes, vendor selection criteria.
  • Managed Purchasing Team
  • Set Expectations and Goals
  • Maintained Lowest Company PCA
  • Supported All stores and staff in Region
  • Setup and closed out Vendors
  • Set Standards for positive results for company
  • Managed Arbitrations & Transportation & Staff Work Flow and Purchases & Expectations Daily

Preferred Vendor Manager

America's Car-Mart
Jackson, Tennessee
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Setup New Vendors
  • Set expectations for Current Vendors
  • Helped manage Inventory Flow

General Manager of Operations

Americas Car-Mart
Tullahoma, TN
11.2022 - 01.2023
  • Recruited, hired and trained crew members on application of projects, customer relations and customer service.
  • Addressed customer concerns with suitable solutions.
  • Delivered positive customer experiences by implementing effective quality assurance practices.
  • Analyzed and controlled materials, supplies and equipment operational expenses.
  • Controlled departmental facilities use and approved requests for repairs or improvements.
  • Motivated and evaluated personnel for performance improvement and goal achievement.
  • Collaborated with team leaders on quality audits.
  • Monitored resource use to achieve set goals within budget constraints.
  • Developed initiatives for process improvement and reviewed and assessed ongoing operations.
  • Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions and improvements.
  • Anticipated and tracked operational and tactical risks to provide strategic solutions.
  • Conducted employee observations and documented findings.
  • Connected with clients and developed strategies to achieve sales and customer service goals.
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics.
  • Published customer satisfaction results from feedback forms and correspondence.
  • Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems.
  • Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
  • Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
  • Improved morale and management communication by creating employee recognition and rewards practices.
  • Tracked and replenished inventory to maintain par levels.
  • Contributed to proposal and contract development, negotiations and meetings.
  • Responded to information requests from superiors, providing specific documentation.
  • Planned delivery routing, team workflows and promotional initiatives.
  • Crafted operations best practices using audits and project management team feedback.
  • Resolved challenges associated with company websites, vendors and telecoms.
  • Oversaw financial management, budget management, accounting and payroll activities.
  • Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
  • Guided employees on understanding and meeting changing customer needs and expectations.
  • Enforced federal, state, local and company rules for safety and operations.
  • Supported accident investigations and prepared related paperwork.
  • Collected customer fees, managed refunds and provided complete sales documentation.
  • Presented performance and productivity reports to supervisors.
  • Reviewed daily financial reports and reconciled accounts to keep information current and accurate.
  • Collaborated with board of directors to determine mission and values and plan for short and long-term goals.

Education

Associate of Business Administration - Business

West Tn Business College
Jackson, TN
05.1991

Skills

  • Business
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Problem-Solving
  • Inventory Management
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Goal Setting
  • Cost Reduction and Containment
  • Logistics Oversight
  • Budget Development and Management
  • Operations Management
  • Workforce Management
  • Staff Development
  • Product Management
  • Business Development
  • Policy Implementation
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Verbal and written communication

Certification

  • Licensed GM - 2019 With Car-Mart
  • Automotive License - 1989
  • Certificate Of leadership Program
  • Multiple Ford, Dodge, Nissan Training Seminars and Classes
  • Continued Education (Excell Currently)
  • Pat Summit Leadership Training
  • Auctioneer Training Courses
  • Best Of The Best Small Business Manager

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Accomplishments

  • 7 Lots of the Month Awards
  • 3 Expense Management awards
  • 2 Excellence in Account Management Awards
  • Top 10 Of Company 1st year as GM
  • Pace Setter Award

Experience

  • Owned Buy here pay here lot (6 years)
  • Managed Automotive Auction (16 years)
  • Managed A Classic Car Auction ( 9 years)
  • Managed Fleet Vehicle Purchasing (4 Years)
  • New Vendor Relation Builder (4 Auctions)
  • Primary Vendor For Car-Mart when Opened Jackson TN Store
  • Changed oil 1st time @ 12 years old
  • Rebuilt 1st Engine @ 16 Years old

Timeline

SR. Remarketing Manager

America's Car-Mart
01.2024 - Current

Regional Procurement Manager

America's Car-Mart
05.2023 - 01.2024

Preferred Vendor Manager

America's Car-Mart
01.2023 - 05.2023

General Manager of Operations

Americas Car-Mart
11.2022 - 01.2023

Associate of Business Administration - Business

West Tn Business College

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