Broad experience merchandising multiple formats to support a brand image, and achieve goals, while maximizing sales and profits. Experienced in supermarket and c-store channels in several formats targeting different consumer profiles. A strong technology background with an understanding of how data and technology assist in achieving goals, including the use of data triggers and exception reports. Created numerous custom decision support applications layered on existing enterprise databases.

Vice President of Merchandising @ Responsible for confection and snacks for a leading convenience channel supplier. Manage product assortment, merchandising programs, and vendor relationships. Previously managed OTP (Other Tobacco Products), HBC (Health and Beauty Care) and Store Supplies at Eby-Brown. From July 2011 to Present (4 years 6 months) Greater Chicago AreaOwner @ A family kart racing team, photography and web design based in Noblesville, Indiana. Evan Batt and Eric Batt are college students and accomplished racers with numerous podiums, race wins and class championships. Both have completed Skip Barber Formula car schools at Road America. From June 2005 to Present (10 years 7 months) Category Management Consultant @ Filled a temporary and sudden void when the Senior Category Manager resigned. Managed the cold vault, dispensed beverages, candy, and snacks. Successfully launched a new generation proprietary "Java Wave" coffee program, an industry first chain wide oatmeal program, and a new chain wide beer program. Worked with PDI systems (Enterprise, RMS, and Focal Point), Retalix DAX Demand Driven Replenishment system, and Centego/Excentus Loyalty systems. From November 2010 to May 2011 (7 months) Vice President of Merchandising and Information Technology @ Responsible for all aspects of merchandising, marketing, advertising and buying for all categories including fuel. Personally managed Tobacco and Beer/Wine categories. Also responsible for information technology including telecom, networks, applications and development of proprietary systems. Created custom applications and reports layered on top of existing back office and general ledger databases (read only mode) including: •Price Book search, browse and export tools that provides key item information in a single view including item description, linked items, scanning and modifier prices, inventory value, vendor costs, purchase and scan data. •Single page daily and weekly sales reports and comparison reports by location. •Labor scheduling and comparison to actual by shift, day, or week. •Cigarette (item level) and fuel inventory reports and email alerts to identify exceptions, shortages and trends. From November 2006 to October 2010 (4 years) Director of Merchandising @ Responsibilities included sales and margins, budgets, advertising, rebates and discounts, vendor relations, and brand development. 2005-2006 Director of Merchandising - O'Malia Division: Developed brand strategy, mission statement, advertising and marketing programs to define and differentiate the O’Malia brand. A unique advertising and marketing approach with the focus on meat and specialty foods (along with the existing emphasis on customer service) improved sales and profits in every O'Malia unit. 2003-2005 Director of Merchandising - DSD Grocery: Responsible for all Grocery DSD Merchandising (including soft drinks, milk, bread, salty snacks, specialty foods, beer/wine and tobacco) and supervised three Category Mangers and their Administrative Assistants. 2000-2003 Director of Beer, Wine and Tobacco: Responsible for all Supermarket Divisions (3 brands and 116 stores). The team dramatically improved both sales and margin each year. 1993-2000 Price Administrator - LoBill Foods Division: Consistently improved annual results in this rapidly growing division. Also responsible for Beer, Wine and Tobacco for LoBill. 1989-1993 Real Estate Analyst: Responsible for sales projections and pro formas for all proposed sites and remodels. Also assessed market share, market position, and analyzed competition. Prepared reports and made recommendations to senior management. 1987-1989 Supermarket Assistant Manager: I returned from USC with the goal of gaining management experience in the core business. 1986-1987 Food Industry Management Program: At the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business. I represented Marsh at this university program and was sponsored by Carnation Foods. 1981-1986 Security Investigator: Loss prevention and recovery for all divisions (including Supermarkets, Village Pantry, Warehousing and Transportation). 1978-1981 Retail Associate: Part time while completing degree at IUPUI. From August 1978 to November 2006 (28 years 4 months)

FIM Certificate, Food Industry Management @ University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business From 1986 to 1987 BS, Criminal Justice @ Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis From 1976 to 1981 Certificate, Business Studies @ Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis From 1976 to 1980 Andy Batt is skilled in: Merchandising, Retail, Grocery, Pricing, Competitive Analysis, Management, Marketing, Team Building, Brand Development, Sales, Budgets, Advertising, Negotiation, Leadership, Food