Domingos Leal
Mattapoisett
Summary
Results-driven V.P. with a strong background in retail sales and marketing. Known for building relationships, mentoring teams, and implementing process improvements that enhance product quality and reduce costs. Committed to driving strategic initiatives that align business objectives with market trends.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
V.P. Retail Sales & Marketing
Meyer Natural Foods
Loveland, CO
06.2024 - Current
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency in supply chain management.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced costs and improved product quality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align business objectives with production capabilities.
- Analyzed market trends to inform product development and marketing strategies.
- Led organizational change initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Established key performance indicators to monitor operational effectiveness and drive accountability.
V.P. Retail Sales
Meyer Natural Foods
Loveland, CO
05.2010 - 06.2024
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Reviewed and analyzed reports, records and directives to obtain data required for planning department activities.
Regional Sales Director
Meyer Natural Foods
Loveland, CO
09.2009 - 04.2010
- Cultivated strong relationships with major clients, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business opportunities.
- Coordinated with supply chain management to ensure timely delivery of products, optimizing operational efficiency in sales execution.
District Sales Manager
John Morrell and Company
Cincinnati, OH
09.2006 - 05.2009
- Directed sales strategy implementation across multiple regions to enhance market penetration.
Key Account Manager
Cargill
Wichita, KS
06.2003 - 08.2006
- Developed and maintained strategic relationships with key accounts to drive revenue growth.
- Executed tailored solutions that addressed specific client needs and challenges.
- Led contract negotiations, ensuring favorable terms for both clients and company objectives.
Retail Category Manager
Cargill
Wichita, KS
06.2000 - 05.2003
- Developed and implemented category strategies to enhance product assortment and drive sales growth.
- Analyzed market trends and consumer behavior to inform strategic decisions on product positioning.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop promotional campaigns that effectively increased category awareness and sales growth.
Meat Category Buyer
Shaws Supermarkets
East Bridgewater, MA
02.1998 - 05.2000
- Negotiated supplier contracts to optimize procurement processes and enhance product availability
- Developed category strategies that aligned with market trends and consumer preferences
Perishable Specialist
Shaw's Supermarket
East Bridgewater, MA
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Trained staff on best practices for handling, storing, and displaying perishable items to enhance operational efficiency.
- Implemented processes for tracking product expiration dates and rotating stock effectively to reduce waste.
- Developed training materials focused on food safety standards and compliance regulations for new hires.
Education
MBA - Business
University of Massachusetts
MABachelor of Science - Management And Marketing
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA04-1992
Skills
- Team leadership
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Coaching and mentoring
- Client relationship building
- Business development
- Account management
- Process improvement
- Sales leadership
- Sales and marketing leadership
- Public speaking
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
V.P. Retail Sales & Marketing
Meyer Natural Foods
06.2024 - Current
V.P. Retail Sales
Meyer Natural Foods
05.2010 - 06.2024
Regional Sales Director
Meyer Natural Foods
09.2009 - 04.2010
District Sales Manager
John Morrell and Company
09.2006 - 05.2009
Key Account Manager
Cargill
06.2003 - 08.2006
Retail Category Manager
Cargill
06.2000 - 05.2003
Meat Category Buyer
Shaws Supermarkets
02.1998 - 05.2000
Perishable Specialist
Shaw's Supermarket
01.1995 - 01.1998
MBA - Business
University of Massachusetts
Bachelor of Science - Management And Marketing
Bridgewater State University