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Justin Cooper

Columbus

Summary

Proficient Manager successful in leading every facet of new and ongoing business operations. Strategic thinker and tactical decision-maker with passion for serving customers and exceeding expectations. Creative problem solver skilled at de-escalating situations and driving positive change. Consistent track record of identifying issues and finding effective solutions. Smart and motivated with outstanding work ethic. Proven history of dedication to overall workplace safety.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Loves Travel Stop
01.2023 - Current
  • Fosters an environment that cultivates cultural growth within an organization.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.

Operations Manager

Loves Travel Stop
05.2022 - 01.2023
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe or ineffective practices.
  • Learned to utilize Atlas and maintain an 80% or higher efficiency when writing Schedules.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Contributed to leadership team for implementing company policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed store sale numbers, cost of inventory, operational expenses, and inventory losses.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.

Store Manager

Hobby Lobby
04.2019 - 05.2022

Annual sales volume $12 million

  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe or ineffective practices.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.

Store Manager

Hobby Lobby
03.2018 - 05.2019

Annual Sales Volume $8 Million

Store Manager

Hobby Lobby
05.2015 - 03.2018

Annual Sales Volume $5 Million

Co-Manager

Hobby Lobby
07.2014 - 05.2015
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe or ineffective practices.
  • Trained under the Store Manager to learn company processes and procedure.
  • Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
  • Exhibited excellent people skills during interaction with employees and customers.
  • Trained and developed new employees for ease of transition into team.

Education

Loves Culture - Retail Management

Loves University
Oklahoma City, OK
11.2022

High School Diploma -

Harrisonville High School
Harrisonville, MO

Skills

  • Champion of Safety
  • Problem Anticipation and Resolution
  • Human Resources Oversight
  • Focus and Follow-Through
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Administrative Management
  • Effective Working Relationships
  • Profit and Loss Control
  • Constructive Feedback
  • Hiring and Training
  • Originality and Creativity
  • Retail Employee Training
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Complaint Resolution
  • Coaching and Mentoring

Timeline

General Manager

Loves Travel Stop
01.2023 - Current

Operations Manager

Loves Travel Stop
05.2022 - 01.2023

Store Manager

Hobby Lobby
04.2019 - 05.2022

Store Manager

Hobby Lobby
03.2018 - 05.2019

Store Manager

Hobby Lobby
05.2015 - 03.2018

Co-Manager

Hobby Lobby
07.2014 - 05.2015

Loves Culture - Retail Management

Loves University

High School Diploma -

Harrisonville High School
Justin Cooper