Gary Wills

Experience

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  Tesco PLC

  Sept 1990 - now

  Store Manager

  During this position, I conduct meetings, while defining targets and objectives to managers and employees. I perform as a role model for employees in delivering a business plan and improving the operating model. I promote trade through relationship building and capacity development at all levels. I foster robust relationships with colleagues, clients, and the overall local community. I encourage staff with rewards and benefits by promoting company's core values and team goals. I advise employees to seek out advance knowledge in order to communicate optimistic change. Furthermore, I lead group work and execute strategies at all levels of the community in the Southwest.During this job role, I was voted Tesco Values manager of Year at first-ever Tesco event. I have worked at all levels throughout South West, including group lead for community and charity.. I have provided exceptional management of Exeter and the company trial store for Metro format.Key Deliverables:Generated £50M annual revenue, while overseeing health and well-being of 360+ co-workers.Improved customer service by ensuring superior teamwork and service.Improved team performance through annual assessments and addressing problems with strategies.Achieved top quartile of an underperforming store on many levels.Managed trial store for high fat salt sugar by implementing new government legislation and shaping the company’s approach Initiated and coordinated raising 64k for St Luke's and 82k for Children's hospice South West working at all levels as the charity lead.During this job role, I was voted Tesco Values manager of Year at first-ever Tesco event. I have provided exceptional management and supervision of Exeter and the company trial store for Metro format.Key Deliverables.Successfully opened Callington and closed Lee Mill Superstore.Gained reputation for turning around under performing stores. Show less