James Watters
About James Watters
James Watters is the Wood Department Manager at Floor & Decor, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in sales and education, having previously held positions at Lowe's and Modell's Sporting Goods, and he has organized community workshops on wood flooring installation.
Work at Floor & Decor
James Watters has been serving as the Wood Department Manager at Floor & Decor since 2020. In this role, he oversees the operations of the wood department, ensuring efficient management of inventory and staff. He has implemented a new inventory management system that improved stock accuracy by 15%. Additionally, he developed a training program for new hires, which reduced onboarding time by 20%. His leadership contributes to the overall effectiveness of the department.
Previous Experience at Lowe's Companies, Inc.
Before joining Floor & Decor, James Watters worked at Lowe's Companies, Inc. as a Sales Specialist from 2017 to 2020. During his three years in this position, he gained valuable experience in customer service and sales within the home improvement sector. His role involved assisting customers with product selection and providing expert advice on various home improvement projects.
Background in Retail at Modell's Sporting Goods
James Watters worked at Modell's Sporting Goods as a Keyholder from 2011 to 2017. Over six years, he developed skills in retail management and customer service. His responsibilities included supervising staff, managing store operations, and ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers. This experience laid the foundation for his future roles in retail management.
Education and Training
James Watters studied at Mercer County Community College from 2011 to 2013, focusing on Education. He achieved a degree during this period. Prior to that, he graduated from Steinert High School in 2011. His educational background has contributed to his ability to develop training programs and workshops, such as a community workshop on wood flooring installation that attracted over 50 participants.