Ed West
About Ed West
Ed West serves as the Chief Executive Merchant at Floor & Decor, a position he has held since 2018. With a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in retail management, he focuses on talent acquisition, employee relations, and operational efficiencies.
Work at Floor & Decor
Ed West has served as the Chief Executive Merchant at Floor & Decor since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various aspects of the company's merchandising strategy. His leadership focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and implementing best practices within the organization. West's tenure at Floor & Decor has been marked by a commitment to talent acquisition, employee relations, and benefits administration, contributing to a cohesive work environment.
Previous Experience at Tuff Shed, Inc.
Before joining Floor & Decor, Ed West worked as the General Manager at Tuff Shed, Inc. from 2016 to 2018. His role involved managing operations in the Oklahoma City area, where he focused on improving business processes and customer satisfaction. His experience at Tuff Shed, Inc. provided him with valuable insights into operational management and team leadership.
Career at The Home Depot
Ed West spent 12 years at The Home Depot, where he held the position of General Store Manager from 2002 to 2014. His extensive experience in retail management allowed him to develop skills in team leadership, inventory management, and customer service. West's time at The Home Depot laid a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in the retail industry.
Educational Background
Ed West studied Mechanical Engineering at Oklahoma State University from 1991 to 1993. He also attended Southern Nazarene University, where he pursued Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies from 1990 to 1991. This educational background provided him with a strong analytical foundation and problem-solving skills that he applies in his professional career.
Focus on Operational Improvements
Throughout his career, Ed West has emphasized the importance of policy, procedure, and process improvements. He oversees safety policy adherence and coordinates multi-unit management efforts. His passion for succession planning and operational consistency drives efficiencies within the organizations he has worked for, including his current role at Floor & Decor.