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Ashley M. Frohmader

Charlotte

Summary

Results driven operations and supply chain leader with 18+ years of experience across retail, distribution, and home delivery operations within Best Buy. Proven track record of leading high performing teams, driving operational excellence, improving process efficiency, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Extensive experience managing Distribution Delivery Center (DDC) operations, vendor partnerships, inventory processes, and cross-functional collaboration. Skilled at influencing others and driving results without direct authority while maintaining strong employee engagement, safety, and customer experience standards.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Manager

Best Buy
Buford/Charlotte
01.2022 - Current
  • Lead change management initiatives and establish operational objectives that drive continuous improvement, efficiency, and high-performance execution.
  • Provide leadership and operational direction to an hourly workforce within the Distribution Delivery Center (DDC), ensuring productivity, accountability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Demonstrate a results-oriented leadership approach through proactive problem-solving, operational follow-through, and process improvement initiatives.
  • Managed daily operations through planning and prioritization, optimizing resources to achieve performance targets.
  • Collaborated with leadership teams to enhance operational effectiveness and align with business objectives.
  • Influence teams and stakeholders to drive performance improvements and operational consistency without direct authority over all contributing groups.
  • Foster inclusive workplace culture enhancing employee engagement, collaboration, and professional development.
  • Support warehouse and distribution operations while maintaining safety, compliance, and customer experience standards.

Home Service Delivery Assistant Manager

Best Buy
Buford
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Conducted regular business reviews with third-party service providers to identify performance gaps and implement coaching, development, and corrective action plans.
  • Performed Ride-Alongs and field audits to ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), improve execution quality, and strengthen client satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Partnered with third-party contractors to improve operational effectiveness, execution standards, and business performance.
  • Communicated and enforced safety standards and compliance procedures across partner teams to maintain safe and efficient operations.
  • Championed the execution of Best Buy and Geek Squad strategic initiatives within assigned territories while ensuring alignment with customer experience expectations.
  • Drove consistency in service delivery and operational execution to protect and strengthen brand reputation.
  • Built and maintained strong partnerships with Retail leadership and external vendors to improve business results and client experience.
  • Influenced contractors, cross-functional teams, and stakeholders to achieve operational goals and performance improvements without direct managerial authority.

Coordinator

Best Buy
Buford
02.2019 - 07.2019

• Conducted daily startup meetings focused on safety, staffing assignments, operational priorities, and team communication.
• Performed administrative responsibilities including verification and submission of operational activity logs and documentation.
• Supported leadership teams by communicating operational goals, staffing needs, and performance projections.
• Served as the primary point of contact for the WCS department while continuing to execute WCS operational responsibilities.

• Monitored warehouse clerical support functions within the Best Buy Distribution Center to ensure operational accuracy and efficiency.
• Assisted in evaluating inventory control processes and maintaining inventory accuracy across multiple distribution center operations.

Education

Psychology

Athens Technical College
Athens, GA

Skills

Operations Management
Distribution & Supply Chain Operations
Inventory Management
Vendor & Contractor Management
Warehouse Operations
Employee Development & Coaching
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Influencing Without Authority
Relationship Building
Process Improvement
Accountability & Follow-Through
Safety & Compliance
Time Management
Analytics & Research
Conflict Resolution
Written & Verbal Communication
Team Engagement & Culture Building

Timeline

Area Manager

Best Buy
01.2022 - Current

Coordinator

Best Buy
02.2019 - 07.2019

Home Service Delivery Assistant Manager

Best Buy
01.2019 - 01.2022

Psychology

Athens Technical College
Ashley M. Frohmader