William J. Manas
Katy,Tx.
Summary
Results-driven leader with extensive experience as a General Manager, consistently surpassing sales targets and enhancing profitability. Demonstrated expertise in team development, performance evaluation, and financial reporting, with a proven ability to improve operations and meet P&L objectives. Recognized for strategic thinking and a hands-on leadership approach, aiming for more responsibilities entering higher roles and lead multiple locations to sustained success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
General Manager
Therabody
Houston, TX
10.2024 - Current
- Coordinated and executed in-store and off-site events to drive brand awareness, foot traffic, and revenue growth.
- Negotiate deals and create corporate partnerships with local businesses, gyms, and wellness studios for the brand.
- Increased store profitability YTD, focusing on EBITA growth through managing orders, revenue, and effective staffing.
CAD Technician
High Tech Advantage
Houston, TX
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Create design plans for buildings, machinery, pipes, refineries, and more.
- Work with both 3D and 2D designs and drafts to create 3D displays of objects and structures.
- Convert designs created by engineers and architects into technical drawings.
General Manager
ChicosFAS
Houston, TX
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Awarded District Most Improved GM in 2022 and GM of the Year in 2023 for achieving all four quarterly goals.
- Awarded Best Customer Centricity in the Houston District in 2023 for constantly having the highest NPS in the district.
- Partnered with brands to host events and runway shows, supporting cancer charities, patients, and awareness.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Gap Inc.
Houston, TX
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Led an $8 million store to achieve the #1 ranking company-wide in total gross sales and conversion in 2021.
- Partnering with HR for application requisition, working with ATS, interviewing, hiring, onboarding paperwork, I-9, training, developing, effective scheduling, and managing talent success.
- Sole Talent Acquisition Manager in Texas; staffed the largest location with 60-plus employees, and supported hiring across the Houston district.
- Improved retention and employee engagement through effective placement, development, and feedback strategies.
Store Manager
PVH Corp.
Houston, Texas
03.2010 - 01.2020
- Managing multiple stores, establishing the same standard of operational success for a lesser-performing location.
- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
- Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
- Oversaw storewide merchandising and maintained operational standards.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Drafting & Design
Lone Star College
Houston, TX06-2015
High School Diploma -
Waller High School
Waller, TX06-2012
Skills
- Team leadership
- Strategic planning
- Sales analysis
- Budget management
- Effective communication
- Operational management
- Onboarding and staff development
- Multi-unit experience
- Health & Safety
- Customer service
- Visual merchandising
- Event coordination
Certification
OSHA 30 Certification:
Health & Safety General Industry
Health & Safety General Industry
Timeline
General Manager
Therabody
10.2024 - Current
CAD Technician
High Tech Advantage
05.2024 - 10.2024
General Manager
ChicosFAS
05.2022 - 06.2024
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Gap Inc.
01.2020 - 05.2022
Store Manager
PVH Corp.
03.2010 - 01.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Drafting & Design
Lone Star College
High School Diploma -
Waller High School