Jim Stokes
About Jim Stokes
Jim Stokes is a District Manager at GPM Investments, LLC, with over 20 years of management experience in the retail and convenience store industries. He has held various leadership roles at companies such as Steve & Barry's, Shoe Carnival, DSW, CORT, Murphy USA, and Family Dollar.
Current Role at GPM Investments
Jim Stokes has been serving as District Manager at GPM Investments, LLC since 2020. In this role, he oversees operations and management within the company, contributing to its growth and efficiency in the retail sector. His responsibilities include leading teams, implementing strategies, and ensuring that company policies are followed across multiple locations.
Previous Experience in Retail Management
Prior to his current position, Jim Stokes held various management roles in the retail industry. He worked as a District Manager at Murphy USA from 2014 to 2017, managing operations in the Louisville, Kentucky Area. He also served as District General Manager at CORT from 2018 to 2020 and as Store Director at DSW for 11 months in the Greater Nashville Area, TN. His experience spans over 20 years in management across multiple retail environments.
Career at Shoe Carnival and Family Dollar
Jim Stokes worked at Shoe Carnival, Inc. as Regional Manager from 2008 to 2010 in the Phoenix, Arizona Area. His responsibilities included overseeing store operations and managing staff across multiple locations. Additionally, he served as District Manager at Family Dollar from 2011 to 2014, where he focused on enhancing store performance and customer satisfaction in the Phoenix area.
Experience at Steve & Barry's
From 2003 to 2006, Jim Stokes worked as Store Director and was involved in new store openings at Steve & Barry's in Phoenix, Arizona. During his tenure, he gained valuable experience in retail management, focusing on store operations and team leadership.
Skills and Expertise in Management
Jim Stokes possesses over 20 years of management experience in the Retail, C-Store, and Industrial industries. He is skilled in developing and implementing policies and procedures, training and motivating personnel, and has strong conflict resolution and customer relations skills. His proven ability to create and lead successful programs and teams has been a key aspect of his career.