Greg Douglas

Experienced in Store Operations (line and leadership positions) as well as Headquarters Pricing, Buying, Director of Buying teams, Director of Planning teams, Process Reengineering, change management, merchandising system design and integration (pricing, decision support, assortment optimization, open to buy, product management, etc.). Ten years of experience with Safeway (AZ Division), worked through Petsmart IPO developing a cross-functional department for managing over 50% of the company’s sales. Five years as a Buyer for Target in Minneapolis. 21 years with H-E-B in San Antonio. Have held Director positions in Seasonal Merchandising, Business Intelligence, Merchandise Planning, Divisional Merchandise Manager, Regional Director (field position with responsibility for 70 stores). Currently lead the product development, procurement and merchandising for the Commercial Bread, Bun and Tortillas businesses. Lead a cross-functional group of R&D, Brand Development, Replenishment, Quality Assurance and Bakery Operations Partners to deliver on the financial plan and strategic growth initiatives. Specialties: Negotiation, product procurement and merchandising, process engineering, business team leadership, establishing a vision and developing action plans to accomplish and measure. Extremely data driven and analytical, yet willing to take risks. Leads through getting the team excited about possibilities instead of through power tactics. Sets high standards of behavior for self and team. Honesty, integrity and a positive attitude are key success factors.