Vince Strange
Newport News,VA
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Store Manager with a proven track record at Lowes Home Improvement, excelling in strategic planning and workforce management. Spearheaded team development, enhancing store operations and customer engagement. Skilled in inventory control and crisis management, achieving significant operational improvements. Expert in mentoring with a flair for problem-solving and communication. As well with 25 years experience in sales and logistics, and can adapting to any situation or issue with resolutions to keep the team productive and growing the business.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
Newport News, VA
03.1999 - Current
- Recruited, hired and trained new employees, aimed at building high-functioning team focused on stock management, visual merchandising, and general store operations.
- Conducted regular audits on store procedures and performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective action plans.
- Collaborated with the Store Manager to develop strategic plans for sales growth and operational improvements.
- Inventory Control & Warehouse Operations
- Budgeting & Financial Planning
- Supply Chain & Logistics Management
- Development & Training of Personnel
- Crisis Management for Company related issues.
Department Manager 1996-1999
The Home Depot Inc
Atlanta, GA
08.1996 - 03.1999
- Oversaw inventory management processes, maintaining optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and losses due to shrinkage or obsolescence.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless coordination in achieving company-wide objectives.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through attentive service, prompt issue resolution, and continuous process improvements.
- Maintained a professional work environment by addressing conflicts proactively and fostering open communication among staff members.
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Customer service and engagement
- Retail operations & Store organizatiom
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Mentoring and coaching
- Strategic planning
- Workforce management
- Operations
- Inventory control
- Logistics and Supply Chain
- Communication: Public Speaking
- Hiring and training
Certification
- OSHA Certified
- CPR/AED Certification
- Lowes Home Center Store Management Training Program
- Lowes Leadership School.
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
03.1999 - Current
Department Manager 1996-1999
The Home Depot Inc
08.1996 - 03.1999