Barry Burmaster
About Barry Burmaster
Barry Burmaster is the Director of Field Marketing and Visual Merchandising at Builders FirstSource, bringing over 20 years of experience in marketing and merchandising across various industries. He has a proven track record of enhancing sales and customer service in organizations ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies.
Current Role at Builders FirstSource
Barry Burmaster serves as the Director of Field Marketing and Visual Merchandising at Builders FirstSource. He has held this position since 2021 in Dallas, Texas. In this role, he focuses on enhancing brand visibility and customer engagement through effective marketing strategies and visual merchandising techniques. His responsibilities include overseeing field marketing initiatives and ensuring that visual displays align with the company's branding objectives.
Previous Experience at Trans World Entertainment
Barry Burmaster worked at Trans World Entertainment from 2002 to 2010, where he held multiple roles including Director of Sales and Promotions and Director of Marketing, Visual Merchandising, CRM, and fye.com. His tenure lasted a total of six years, during which he contributed to various marketing and sales strategies that enhanced the company's market presence.
Background in Merchandising and Marketing
Barry has extensive experience in merchandising and marketing across several organizations. He worked as the Director of Merchandising at Builders FirstSource from 2015 to 2021 and briefly at ProBuild in 2015. His roles involved developing merchandising strategies that improved sales and customer engagement. He has also worked at Ferguson Enterprises, focusing on channel marketing from 2011 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Barry Burmaster holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Oklahoma State University, which he attended from 1978 to 1982. His educational background supports his expertise in HR development, team building, and leadership. He possesses over 20 years of experience in increasing sales, operating income, and market penetration across various companies.
Career Achievements and Skills
Throughout his career, Barry has demonstrated a documented record of enhancing sales and customer service levels in every organization he has been part of. He specializes in continuous process improvement and brand development. His cross-functional management experience spans startups and Fortune 500 companies, showcasing his ability to adapt and implement customer-centric policies effectively.