Garth Simpson

Background

About Garth Simpson

As a strategic operations business partner, I bring vast experience leading operational success including but not limited to, leading major project initiatives, developing General Managers and Operations Managers to deliver on operational excellence, exceeding KPI’s and managing P&L through overseeing all business expenses, monitoring sales performance and inventory management. I bring proven strength in developing and recruiting top talent while supporting all operational field leaders by offering guidance in day to day operations and provide needed tools/resources to achieve KPI’s. I’m adept in P&L management through continuous review of sales, inventory, supply ordering and inventory management, partnering with the General Managers and Operations Managers. I’m best known for my outcome in strategic planning, leadership development and operational efficiency. Career Highlights: Supported a region consisting of two banners, Saks Fifth Avenue and Saks Fifth Avenue OFF Fifth, 51 Stores across 12 states with sales volume of +$600 million. Opened 3 new stores in a twelve month period as the project lead, each door unveiling ahead of schedule and all exceeding opening week sales projections Successfully launched a phone pilot program, generating $500, in the first month of inception Initiated off-site/overnight stock room process for third highest volume Saks door in company to ensure freight flow was supporting business needs Oversaw the management of freight to alleviate Q3/4 freight backlog Identified as a peer trainer and awarded Store Manager of the Year 2011 and 2012 Areas of proficiency: Talent Management Operations Influencer Customer Engagement/Clientele Growth Management P&L Management Store environment/Facilities Collaborator Report Analytics