Aaron Thomas

Experience

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  US Army

  Oct 2007 - Jan 2009

  Infantryman
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  Advance Auto Parts

  Feb 2011 - Oct 2021

  •Achieve or exceed district total sales and profitability goals•Ensure commercial customer retention & relationship growth in the market•Selection, hiring, development, goal setting, performance management, coaching, engagement and retention of General Managers and Core 4 Team Members•Ensure proper staffing levels throughout the district•Ensure execution of all inventory & operational standards within the district•Conduct regular store visits providing action plans to achieve full market potential.•Teach business acumen by review of profit and loss statement with GMs•Communicate effectively and appropriately to stores and support staff•Embrace diversity and foster a respectful environment for both customers and Team Members Secondary Responsibilities•Assist region/area in other functions upon request Show less • Responsible for ensuring sales growth through superior customer service and report analysis-10%+ comps for 2 years running• District inventory specialist responsible for overseeing and completing inventory process -District Shrink % down from .98% to .88% in 2 years• Oversee payroll administration while ensuring profit target achievement in adherence with strategy and core values• Supervise and monitor inventory to ensure maximum profitability and guarantee product availability• Demonstrated ability to rehabilitate high shrink stores into top performing inventory management stores-Took store #5871 from >2.0% shrink for 4 inventories running to <0.2% shrinkPreserve and retain store appearance and merchandising above established standards Show less

  • District Manager

    Sept 2016 - Oct 2021

  • District Manager

    Aug 2016 - Oct 2021

  • General Manager

    Feb 2011 - Oct 2021
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  Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC

  Oct 2021 - now

  Area Manager