RICKY MYERS

5841 Charolais Dr SW Wyoming, MI 49418 616.915.9809 RickyMatthewMyers@gmail.com

EDUCATION

September 2014 – August 2016 Davenport University Grand Rapids, MI Master of Business Administration Grade Point Average: 4.0, Distinction

September 2006 – August 2008 Davenport University Grand Rapids, MI Bachelor of Arts: Service Management and Marketing Grade Point Average: 3.43, Honorary Deans List Member

EXPERIENCE

August 2013 – Current Store Director, SpartanNash Grand Rapids, MI

Lead total store profitability by monitoring all financial aspects of purchasing, stocking, selling, payroll and other general expenses and income Oversee all departments including Service, Center Store, Produce, Bakery, Deli, Meat, Seafood, Starbucks, Jamba Juice, Beer, Wine, Pharmacy, accounting for over 160 associates Maximize merchandising opportunities with a focus on high-end, specialty, local, health and wellness

March 2012 – August 2013 Assistant Store Director, SpartanNash Grand Rapids, MI

Provided support to the Store Director while becoming skilled in management strategies specific to all areas of the store Engaged in financial planning including budgeting, staffing, payroll, and facility maintenance Presented regular inspections of all areas, providing feedback to department managers Reviewed reports daily, communicated operational adjustments as necessary

June 2009 – March 2012 Store Manager, Abercrombie & Fitch, Hollister Co. Bridgewater, NJ Toledo, OH

Responsible for recruiting, hiring, developing, and retaining management teams Created positive and successful cultures at each location while dramatically increasing sales, reducing shrink, and optimizing customer experience, as well as employee satisfaction Produced store managers at each location and taught employees how to be effective leaders

April 2008 – June 2009 Assistant Manager, Abercrombie & Fitch Toledo, OH Grand Rapids, MI

Supervised daily store operations including opening/closing routines, analyzing sales figures, budgeting hours, processing shipment, cleanliness and maintenance People Manager – Determined staffing needs, conducting professional interviews, hiring part- time associates, and creating an effective schedule with upwards of 100 employees Impact Manager – Managed a well-structured stockroom promoting precise organization and efficient replenishment systems Visual Manager – Conducted errorless and timely floor-sets upholding top presentation standards of merchandise, forms, and lighting

SKILLS

Outstanding discipline and work ethic Ability to perform well under pressure Influential leadership abilities Public speaking and presentation skills Proficient problem solver Ability to learn and adapt as necessary Strong financial comprehension Aim to seek out and develop future leaders