LARRY SHELTON
7732 Watermark Lane South
 [Send email to request phone number] 33.3009
Jacksonville FL 32256

SUMMARY

Result-oriented Retail Executive with extensive operations and project
management experience. Track record of successfully executing strategic
deployment plans for multiple retail concepts on time and on budget. Effectively
utilizes analysis, research, planning, process management and problem-solving
skills to make cost conscious decisions while meeting organizational objectives.
Experienced in leading and directing Store Planning, Design, and Construction
Management teams through every phase of development.

SPECIALTIES

Extensive background in store layout and design, space allocation, negotiations,
project management, resolution management and team building.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

STEIN MART, Jacksonville, FL 1981 - 2009
Director of Store Planning (1995 - 2009)
Responsible for the Store Planning, Design, and Construction Department in
architectural plan review, prototype development and project management. Provided
strategic analysis and input in the development of new stores, evaluated the
feasibility of locations, negotiated general contractor bids and oversaw
major-issue resolution. Time-managed store projects and remodels to ensure the
targeted turnover date was met. Oversaw departmental space allocation and fixture
changes across all stores. Hired, trained and managed staff across all functions.
Developed merchandise fixture plans used by buyers, planners and operations.

 * Completed with design continuity site-specific CADD drawings for 343 stores.
 * Effectively oversaw space allocation implementation by department.
 * Value engineered with architects and GC's second-generation projects saving
$100K plus.
 * Developed prototype plans used by LL's, GC's and architects for
construction.
 * Designed and developed the Collections sub chain of specialty stores.
 * Initiated uniform bids documents resulting in the saving of thousands of
dollars.
 * Developed uniform closeout documents to be used at the time of turnover.
 * Oversaw the general contractor bid process awarding bids in excess of $1M.
 * Oversaw ongoing selection and pricing of floor material.
 * Routinely analyzed corporate space needs to save thousands of dollars.
 * Managed CADD staff in drawings of all new, relocation and remodeled stores.
 * Designed new department layouts to maximize customer shopping.
 * Each store designed with an eye toward enhancing merchandise and fixture
flow.
 * Maximized utilization of each square foot of leased space.
 * Handled GC's, architects, and engineering issues on a store by store basis.
 * Executed all projects professionally, within company standards, on budget and
on time.
 * Process management of all assignments meeting company goals and objectives.

Manager of Store Planning (1989 - 1994)
Headed up and managed the first Store Planning Department. Served as the primary
contact for the site-specific design, layout, and oversight on all new
construction and relocations in conjunction with real estate, landlords,
architects and general contractors. Responsible for all remodel work. Responsible
for creating and implementing merchandise fixture plans for all new and existing
stores.
 * Developed original store prototype plans that are still in use.
 * Successfully increased construction efficiency and productivity by moving to
CADD.
 * In addition to store planning, developed the space planning and remodels for
major and multiple corporate expansions.

Buyer (1981 - 1988)
Merchandise buyer for several departments including Linens and Kids.
 * As Stein Marts' first Kids buyer, oversaw merchandise selection and planned
inventory for multiple stores.
 * As Stein Marts' first Linen buyer, oversaw merchandise selection and planned
inventory for multiple stores. Included bed, bath, table top, fabrics and rugs.

General Store Manager (1977 - 1980)
Manager for Memphis area location..
 * Responsible for staffing, merchandising and store operations.

EDUCATION

1976 - Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing,
Memphis State University, Memphis, TN