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Richard KUBIAK

Toronto,ON

Summary

Accomplished General Manager with extensive experience in Store level operations. Proven ability to cut costs and decrease staff turnover. Ambitious and results-oriented General Manager with over 14 years of experience, creating strategic alliances with organizational leaders to effectively align with and support key business initiatives. Progress-driven planner adept at building and retaining high-performing teams.

Accomplished Manager with extensive experience in all levels of Store operations. Proven ability to cut costs and decrease staff turnover.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Canadian Tire Corporation-Store Planner

Canadian Tire Corporation
09.2021 - Current
  • Completed challenging custom designs with intricate patterns, meeting clients'' aesthetic requirements.
  • Collaborated with team members for timely completion of complex tiling projects, resulting in positive client feedback.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through proactive collaboration with teammates and sharing expert advice when needed.
  • Maintained a strong working knowledge of industry trends to deliver innovative solutions for clients'' unique needs.
  • Exceeded customer expectations by delivering aesthetically pleasing tile installations that met their design preferences.
  • Delivered high-quality results by meticulously measuring, cutting, and laying tiles according to project specifications.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

General Manager

Canadian Tire - Markham East, ON
04.2015 - Current
  • Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business development strategies, systems and procedures.
  • Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
  • Identified sales opportunities by analyzing incident rate reports and increasing sales
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies by coordinating staff development and succession planning.

General Manager

Canadian Tire - Eglinton & Laird, ON
10.2012 - 04.2015
  • Oversaw sales and marketing operations while developing strategic partnerships.
  • Ensured compliance by auditing quality systems to ensure optimal efficiency.
  • Analyzed product costs, schedules, contract performances, variances and risks to drive business decisions.
  • Improved profitability by executing daily, weekly, and monthly floor merchandise plan changes.

Team Leader Store Concept Renewal

Retail City Canadian Tire
10.2010 - 10.2012
  • Inspected and reviewed store plans to ensure compliance with Store Renewal Cocepts and design program
  • Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Planned and executed Retail Store plans to Dealers
  • Assessed production schedules, drawings and materials to better understand job specifics before project start.

General Manager

Canadian Tire - Agincourt, ON
09.2005 - 10.2010
  • Grew the business by creatively driving sales and maintaining cost controls.
  • Improved productivity metrics by 25% through sales forecasting, resource allocation and managing scheduled labor.
  • Met operational objectives by establishing a qualified staff, promoting adherence, regulations and providing outstanding customer service.

Field Merchandiser

Canadian Tire Corporation Toronto
09.2000 - 09.2005
  • Executed all contracted over 65 renovations, concepts and Corp Strategies
  • identified issues promptly and notified FMM immediately regarding potential project delays.
  • Followed all safety protocols and company processes and procedures.
  • Reduced process gaps, effectively managing and training all employees on best practices to ensure optimal productivity.
  • Developed and maintained seasonal plans to account for different department needs.
  • Directed strategic and brand-appropriate marketing initiatives to improve presentation and maximize sales.

Department Manager

Canadian Tire - Newmarket, ON
09.1996 - 09.2000
  • Ensured that all department employees presented a positive, exemplary image to customers.
  • Handled shift overstock, restocking and inventory control.
  • Employed process improvement initiatives within the department.

Department Manager

Canadian Tire - Markham East, ON
09.1991 - 09.1996

Department Manager

Canadian Tire - Markham, ON
09.1987 - 09.1991

Education

Associate of Arts - CAD/CADD

Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology
Toronto, ON
1990

Associate of Arts - Grafic Design

Humber College North Campus Residence
Toronto, ON
1987

Skills

  • Goal setting
  • Product costing
  • Process automation
  • Inventory management
  • Performance improvements
  • Complex problem solving
  • Team training and development
  • Profit and loss accountability
  • Staff Development
  • Customer experiences

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Canadian Tire Corporation-Store Planner

Canadian Tire Corporation
09.2021 - Current

General Manager

Canadian Tire - Markham East, ON
04.2015 - Current

General Manager

Canadian Tire - Eglinton & Laird, ON
10.2012 - 04.2015

Team Leader Store Concept Renewal

Retail City Canadian Tire
10.2010 - 10.2012

General Manager

Canadian Tire - Agincourt, ON
09.2005 - 10.2010

Field Merchandiser

Canadian Tire Corporation Toronto
09.2000 - 09.2005

Department Manager

Canadian Tire - Newmarket, ON
09.1996 - 09.2000

Department Manager

Canadian Tire - Markham East, ON
09.1991 - 09.1996

Department Manager

Canadian Tire - Markham, ON
09.1987 - 09.1991

Associate of Arts - CAD/CADD

Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

Associate of Arts - Grafic Design

Humber College North Campus Residence

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