Nicholas Wiesen

Experience

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  Schnuck Markets, Inc.

  Dec 1978 - Aug 1997

  Supermarket Manager

  Recognized leader in profitability, customer service, merchandising, inventory control, supply chain, new store openings, training and development.

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  Best Buy

  Sept 1997 - Mar 2004

  Manager

  Top Gun results at high volume consumer electronics location(s). Exceptional results as new store opening manager responsible for all setup tasks of new locations.- Top Gun awards, multiple recognitions for sales, merchandising, shrink control, operational excellence- Certified Managers, taught and verified competence for store and assistant managers- Inventory Control, met rigid company targets for annual inventory results- P&L/Budget Control, responsible for goals and budget creation/adherence- New Store Openings, seamless new location starts throughout North America. Show less

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  The Home Depot

  Mar 2004 - Sept 2006

  District Manager - Operations

  Multi-unit experience - Responsible for all operational excellence including inventory control, theft/fraud investigations, shrink, safety, etc. Realized shrink reduction, audit compliance, hazmat.- Operational excellence, Ten location consisting of >2600 employees- Inventory Control, Significant (28%) shrink reduction through teaching and accountability- Theft and fraud investigations, Wicklander-Zulawski training- Audit compliance, Improved operational activity through audit development and implementation- Hazmat compliance, hazardous materials, OSHA Show less

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  OptumRx

  Sept 2006 - Nov 2012

  Manager, Pharmacy Fulfillment

  Recognized for the groundwork creation and the ongoing operations of a multi-shift, high volume, true six sigma fulfillment center in a sensitive, highly regulated customer service industry. - Domestic and international purchasing exceeding $1.8b- Full Supply Chain leadership, procure to customer receipt- Automation experience (installation, operation, performance maximization)- 5s Implementation, LEAN Certification- Rigorous Inventory and Cycle Count controls- Innovation award recognition, panel speaker- Multiple prestigious pharmacy service awards, including JDPower, WilsonsRx- Nationally recognized green and community initiatives Show less

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  Northern Colorado Area

  Nov 2012 - Sept 2014

  Stay Home Parent and Community Volunteer

  Managed all aspects of a busy family including relocation and home build. Volunteer for Elementary School, Church and Larimer County Asst Ranger program.

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  Thompson School District

  Sept 2014 - now

  Manager - Materials and Procurement

  Proudly serving families of the Thompson School District by managing the day to day procurement operations of one of the largest school districts in Colorado. Procuring value to the district, taxpayers and business community through fair competition, strong vendor relations and innovative solutions.Supporting over thirty schools, multiple support centers, 2200 Team Members and over 16,000 Students- Analyze and develop market research, pricing and budgets- Perform complex purchasing and contract functions- Compliance and integrity to Board of Education policy- Oversight of Purchasing Card program- District Delivery and Surplus Logistics- Science Kit Fulfillment Services Show less