Josh La Pointe
About Josh La Pointe
Josh La Pointe is the Manager of The North Face Outlet in Woodbury Commons, New York, where he has worked since 2012. He has extensive experience in retail management, having previously served as Assistant Manager at The North Face and in various roles at L.L.Bean.
Current Role at The North Face Outlet
Josh La Pointe serves as the Manager of The North Face Outlet, a position he has held since 2012. He operates at the Woodbury Commons location in Central Valley, New York. In this role, he manages the highest volume retail outlet for The North Face, overseeing both retail operations and an offsite storage facility. His leadership has contributed to significant sales growth and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at The North Face
Before his current role, Josh La Pointe worked as an Assistant Manager at The North Face from 2002 to 2012 in Freeport, Maine. During his ten years in this position, he gained extensive experience in retail management and customer service, which laid the foundation for his current managerial responsibilities.
Career at L.L.Bean
Josh La Pointe has a substantial background in retail management from his time at L.L.Bean. He served as a Retail Supervisor from 1989 to 1997 and later as a Supervisor in Distribution from 1997 to 2002 in Freeport, Maine. His roles at L.L.Bean helped him develop skills in team leadership and operational management.
Education and Training
Josh La Pointe studied at Ithaca College from 1977 to 1979, where he pursued higher education for two years. He also attended Hebron Academy from 1975 to 1977, completing two years of study. His educational background has contributed to his professional development in the retail sector.
Sales Growth and Operational Achievements
In his current role, Josh La Pointe has led his team to achieve over 25% growth in sales while simultaneously reducing shrink over the past two years. His focus on operational efficiency and sales performance has positioned The North Face Outlet as a leader in retail performance.