Shawn D Newman
Gainesville,VA
Summary
Accomplished supply chain and operations leader with extensive experience in logistics, distribution and retail management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, optimize operational performance and drive efficiency across multi-state locations. Strong track record of collaborating with senior leadership, implementing process improvements and ensuring compliance with Zero Harm safety standards.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Territory Manager
CHEP
02.2016 - Current
- Direct and coordinate daily supply chain operations at seven customer pooled, pallet locations spanning two states
- Lead, mentor and inspire five on-site managers with 45 direct reports
- Facilitate support for two 3PL Distribution Centers and their teams
- Ensure on-site managers execute the coordination of inbound/outbound flow of product and trailers
- Responsible for KPI’s, logistics and P&L performance within Dollar Tree, Dollar General and ADUSA Distribution Centers
- Prepare daily reports and data utilizing Excel and CHEP process applications
- Collaborate with customer’s senior management to gain insight on their business obligations
- Direct, manage and oversee the Zero Harm Program
Shareholder/Principal
Lifestyle Rentals, LLC dba Premier Rental Purchase
10.2007 - 11.2015
- Oversaw day-to-day operations for two rental purchase franchises
- Directed operations for two specialty retail store locations
- Provided operational guidance to store manager and staff
- Bronze Star Award 2010 and 2011 for those stores exceeding $700,000 annual revenue
- Approved social media campaigns and executed advertising campaigns reaching sub-prime, credit-constrained customer base
District Manager
Rent-A-Center
06.2006 - 10.2007
- Oversaw staff development and operations of a seven-store district
- Ensured maximum profit margins via effective staff sourcing and coaching
- Developed one manager to district manager
- Negotiated leases and CAM for all lease renewals and site startups
- Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
- Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
Regional Manager
Rent-Way
01.2001 - 06.2006
- Oversaw a nine-store region with responsibilities encompassing day-to-day operations and staff development
- Created and implemented strategies to increase profit 15% from 2001 to 2005
- Most profitable region 2004 to 2005
- Developed and led five store managers to Store Manager of the Year
- Boosted brand growth by devising strategic network and marketing tactics.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management Science
Lock Haven University
Lock Haven, PAUS Army ROTC - Quartermaster Officer Basic Course
Lock Haven University
Lock Haven, PASkills
- SAP
- COUPA
- Salesforce
- Kronos Timekeeping
- MS Office Suite
- MS Teams
- WMS
Awards
- 2010, Bronze Star Award, Premier Rental Purchase
- 2011, Bronze Star Award, Premier Rental Purchase
- 2002, Regional Manager of the Year, Rent-Way
- 2003, Regional Manager of the Year, Rent-Way
- 2004, Regional Manager of the Year, Rent-Way
- 2005, Regional Manager of the Year, Rent-Way
Specific Strengths
- Logistics, distribution and retail strategy leader
- Developer of high-performing teams
- Data driven KPI analysis and management
- Collaborate with senior leadership to align business goals
- Drive process improvements to boost productivity and CS
Timeline
Territory Manager
CHEP
02.2016 - Current
Shareholder/Principal
Lifestyle Rentals, LLC dba Premier Rental Purchase
10.2007 - 11.2015
District Manager
Rent-A-Center
06.2006 - 10.2007
Regional Manager
Rent-Way
01.2001 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Management Science
Lock Haven University
US Army ROTC - Quartermaster Officer Basic Course
Lock Haven University
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