Daniel Thompson
LITTLETON
Summary
Accomplished retail executive with over 20 years of leadership in high-volume grocery and retail operations. Managed stores with full Profit & Loss responsibility, driving financial performance and operational improvements. Expertise in financial management, team development, customer service, merchandising, and strategic planning.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Director
King Soopers
Denver
01.2026 - 07.2026
- Led daily operations of high-volume grocery store, driving sales and ensuring operational excellence.
- Partnered with the Store Director to oversee multiple departments and ensure company standards were consistently met.
- Led and developed department managers and associates through coaching, accountability, and performance management.
- Helped drive customer satisfaction by maintaining exceptional service standards and resolving customer concerns.
- Coordinated hiring, onboarding, and training of new associates to build a skilled team.
Assistant Store Director
Safeway
Denver
03.2020 - 01.2026
- Managed overall operations of high-volume retail stores generating up to $80 million annually.
- Held complete P&L responsibility, consistently achieving financial and operational objectives.
- Directed, coached, and developed leadership teams and workforces exceeding 100 employees.
- Managed labor budgets, shrink reduction initiatives, merchandising strategies and compliance programs.
Owner/Operator
DE Thompson Contracting
Denver
03.2017 - 05.2020
- Owned and Operated a residential/commercial remodeling business, managing projects, budgets, schedules and customer relationships.
- Completed projects consisting of electrical and drywall installation, complete remodels with a small team within tight time frames.
- Managed daily operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated project timelines and communicated with subcontractors and clients.
- Oversaw material procurement and maintained inventory accuracy on job sites.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO 08.1999 - 05.2005
Skills
- Store Operations Management
- Sales Growth Strategies
- Profit & Loss (P&L) Management
- Financial budgeting
- Team leadership
- Hiring and coaching
Certification
- National Registry of Food Safety Professionals- Certified Food Safety Manager
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Store Director
King Soopers
01.2026 - 07.2026
Assistant Store Director
Safeway
03.2020 - 01.2026
Owner/Operator
DE Thompson Contracting
03.2017 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Colorado State University
08.1999 - 05.2005