Joe Cassel
Lagrange
Summary
Results-driven professional with over 14 years in retail management. Expertise in developing training programs, implementing best practices, and fostering a collaborative environment. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and mentoring teams to achieve revenue targets. Leading and motivating with a positive mindset to meet and exceed goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager, District Learning Center
Tractor Supply Company
Sturgis, MI
05.2012 - Current
- Led training programs for new store managers and key leadership roles to enhance operational excellence and drive customer experience.
- Mentored store teams on sales strategies, fostering revenue growth through enhanced engagement and teamwork.
- Coordinated initiatives to promote operational excellence and hiring proficiency across all locations.
- Developed and implemented best practices for roll out of initiatives and company programs.
Custom Kniemaker
Cassel Knives
Lagrange, IN
02.2005 - 05.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Created unique, handmade knives and products for military, law enforcement and users around the world.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations while meeting customer expectations.
- Develop timelines and logistics to support contracts and deadlines.
Assistant Store Manager
Rural King
Various
09.2008 - 05.2012
- Supervised daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative work environment to enhance team performance.
- Implemented inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels and reducing discrepancies.
- Developed employee schedules, aligning staffing needs with peak business hours for operational efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lakeland High School
Lagrange, INSkills
- Process development
- Team management
- Shrink management
- Customer service
- Customer relations
- Individual development
- Leadership mentoring
- Develop store managers
- Loss prevention
- Cultural ethics management
- Team development
Timeline
Store Manager, District Learning Center
Tractor Supply Company
05.2012 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Rural King
09.2008 - 05.2012
Custom Kniemaker
Cassel Knives
02.2005 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Lakeland High School