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Brad Edwards

Gold Coast,QLD

Summary

Dynamic leader with proven expertise in operational budgeting and personnel development, honed across roles at Petbarn and Target. Spearheaded store renovations and process optimizations at The Reject Shop, driving significant sales growth. Excelled in talent recruitment and promotional planning, achieving and surpassing KPIs through strategic oversight and team motivation.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Petbarn
Gold Coast, QLD
01.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw daily store activities to ensure smooth operations.
  • Trained and motivated team members to enhance performance and productivity.
  • Managed stock ordering processes to ensure optimal inventory levels.
  • Managed employee scheduling to ensure optimal staffing levels.
  • Surpassed KPIs through effective team management and operational efficiency.

Operations Manager

Target
Gold Coast, QLD
02.2022 - 01.2024
  • Coordinated team schedules to maintain seamless operations and meet staffing requirements.
  • Managed the hiring and training processes, fostering a skilled and cohesive workforce.
  • Conducted comprehensive safety and operational audits to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Managed payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate compensation for all employees.

Store Manager/ Project Manager

The Reject Shop
Gold Coast, QLD
03.2013 - 01.2022
  • Managed and led projects for new store setups and renovations.
  • Managed Queensland stocktake processes, achieving precise inventory tracking.
  • Developed and implemented store processes, successfully rolled out to all 350 stores.
  • Transformed underperforming stores, resulting in significant sales growth and operational improvements.

Education

High School Diploma -

Helensvale High School
Gold Coast, QLD

Graduate Certificate - Residential Drafting

TAFE QLD
QLD

Skills

  • Operational budgeting
  • Promotional planning
  • Personnel development
  • Hourly shift management
  • Store operations oversight
  • Talent recruitment

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Store Manager

Petbarn
01.2024 - Current

Operations Manager

Target
02.2022 - 01.2024

Store Manager/ Project Manager

The Reject Shop
03.2013 - 01.2022

High School Diploma -

Helensvale High School

Graduate Certificate - Residential Drafting

TAFE QLD
Brad Edwards