Burt Rice
Wildwood,FL
Summary
Ambitious Branch and Regional Manager who creates strategic alliances with organization leaders to effectively align with and support key business initiatives. Builds and retains high performance teams by hiring, developing and motivating skilled professionals. Looking to bring my strong presentation, analytical and problem-solving skills to a company that is fast-paced and highly competitive and looking to grow.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Branch Manager
World Electric Supply
Wildwood, FL
12.2022 - 09.2026
- Managed daily operations ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
- Supervised staff training and development to improve team performance.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for employees.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure high-quality product availability for customers.
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to enhance branch visibility in the community.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess employee productivity and engagement.
Branch Manager
Inline Electric
Spring Hill, TN
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Managed daily operations to achieve high customer satisfaction and streamline operational efficiency.
- Supervised staff training and development to elevate team skills and enhance service quality.
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to enhance branch visibility in the market.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment.
- Developed and executed marketing strategies that increased branch visibility and attracted new customers.
Branch Manager
Granite City Electric Supply
Nantucket, Ma
01.2016 - 12.2020
- Revamped failing branch, resulting in significant turnaround in operations.
- Established strong relationships with customers and vendors, enhancing overall satisfaction and collaboration.
- Increased sales from $1.5mil in first year to $5mil, demonstrating consistent year-over-year growth.
Tampa Group Manager
City Electric Supply Co
Tampa, Fl
03.2013 - 07.2015
- Oversaw entire Tampa Bay area from Palm Harbor to Winter Haven, ensuring high customer satisfaction across all branches.
- Led team of 35+ across the group, fostering collaboration and accountability.
- Boosted profits by 15% in first year and nearly 21% in second year by collaborating with branch managers to achieve high sales and profitability while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
Branch Manager
City Electric Supply Co
Brandon, FI
11.2009 - 03.2013
- Achieved high sales percentage with consultative, value-focused customer service approach; going above and beyond to service the customer.
- Increased territory sales by double digits year-over-year.
- Ranked 4 out of almost 400 branches in America in net profit.
- Cross-trained and provided back-up for other employees within the branch as well as throughout the group when needed.
- Prepared and sold a broad range of electrical/lighting products to individual contractors and numerous commercial accounts.
- Designed and implemented new display concepts, improving merchandise accessibility and resulting in 20-30% sales increase.
- Cross-trained and provided back-up for other employees with-in the branch as well as throughout the group when needed.
- Promoted from within employees to new positions and hired new employees that were trained with the same approach as others had been before them to maximize sales.
Senior Sales Engineer
Tamlite Lighting
Port St Lucie, FI
04.2006 - 11.2009
- Managed organization's largest region and performed full sales cycle duties, increasing annual sales from $4million the first year to $23million the last year.
- Planned and executed national sales improvements, enhancing marketing strategies, cost analysis, presentations, and territory establishment.
- Responsible for implementing all business-building and relationship-building expectations with over 70+ branches nationwide as well as working closely with engineers to help specify our products.
Territory Sales Representative
Lighting Products Inc
Lakeland, Fl
08.2005 - 04.2006
- Researched and secured new accounts across central Florida, expanding client portfolio and market reach.
- Estimated and quoted prices, credit and contract terms, warranties, and delivery dates to distributors and clientele, facilitating informed purchasing decisions.
- Addressed customer inquiries regarding products, prices, and availability, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Addressed customer questions and concerns regarding products, prices and availability.
Owner/Operator
Luminations
Lakeland, Fl
06.2000 - 08.2005
- Managed all aspects of lighting showroom, including sales, budgeting, pricing negotiations, and project quotations.
- Conducted lighting surveys for consumers and local businesses to update existing lighting systems.
- Ran all aspects of the lighting showroom which included sales, budgeting, negotiating pricing to buy, quotations for projects, etc.
- Showcased showroom offerings at trade shows and Home & Garden shows, generating at least 10% sales increase with each event.
Department Manager
Stein Mart
Lakeland, Fl
05.1995 - 06.2000
- Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, which resulted in a 15% increase in monthly sales.
- Educated customers on product features and made personalized recommendations to enhance sales.
- Collaborated with team to deliver exceptional customer service and improve overall shopping experience.
- Ensured daily compliance with merchandising standards to maintain store presentation and brand integrity.
- Opened and managed over 8 new retail locations across various regions.
Education
Business/Accounting -
Florida Southern College
Skills
- Operations management
- Financial management
- Vendor management
- Customer relationship management
- Customer-oriented
- Project management
- Product development
- Staff training
- Team development
- Leadership
- Results-driven
- Communication skills
- Customer-oriented
- Staff training
Acknowledgements
- Volunteer of the Year, 2018, Nantucket Chamber of Commerce
- Board Member, Nantucket Chamber of Commerce
- Chairman of the Board, Executive level, Nantucket Chamber of Commerce
Timeline
Branch Manager
World Electric Supply
12.2022 - 09.2026
Branch Manager
Inline Electric
09.2020 - 12.2022
Branch Manager
Granite City Electric Supply
01.2016 - 12.2020
Tampa Group Manager
City Electric Supply Co
03.2013 - 07.2015
Branch Manager
City Electric Supply Co
11.2009 - 03.2013
Senior Sales Engineer
Tamlite Lighting
04.2006 - 11.2009
Territory Sales Representative
Lighting Products Inc
08.2005 - 04.2006
Owner/Operator
Luminations
06.2000 - 08.2005
Department Manager
Stein Mart
05.1995 - 06.2000
Business/Accounting -
Florida Southern College