RANDY SLENTZ

My consulting work is focused on delivering operational excellence and improved profitability through rigorous analysis, sound decisions, and pragmatic actions. I thrive on getting to the core of a client’s challenges and reducing complexity to improve efficiency, creating sustainable results. I am committed to honoring every client’s history, and people.

I am a former food industry executive with extensive retail and distribution experience including:

  • Senior Vice President and Division General Manager, The Save Mart Companies

  • President, Fresh Point, Southern California

I have proven track record of building high performing teams through setting strategic priorities and empowering people to succeed.

ENDORSEMENTS

  • Steve Junqueiro, CEO, SJ Associates - formerly, President, The Save Mart Companies

    Randy has pulled from his years of practical and professional experience in Grocery retail to create a powerful arsenal of expertise in Category Management, Supplier Engagement, and Leadership Training."

  • Steve Lay, Principal, Steve Lay Business Solutions - formerly, President West Region, Fresh Point

    Randy’s background and extensive experience as a top-level leader, goal achiever and successful profit generator is all you need to know about how he will impact your business, your associates and your bottom line. He’ll put your business on the right course and help your team keep it there.

  • James Orr, formerly, Senior Vice President / Chief Supply Chain Officer, The Save Mart Companies

    Randy Slentz was vital to defining the company values and culture during a critical transition. He was valiant in pointing out when we started to stray from our values and implementing change, while at the same time maintaining a positive culture of respect, empathy, and inclusivity. Randy’s business acumen and sense for what was right helped lead us to a new organizational design and better financial results.

  • Karl Konrad, Vice President of Sales, Langers Juice

    I highly recommend Randy Slentz for any of your projects, whether it's cutting costs, improving margins, growing sales or building your team and operations. He has extensive experience across all of these disciplines and more. Randy's consultative style and highly collaborative nature will make your company and teams feel like he's one of your trusted advisors, and accomplished team members.

  • Adam H. - Chief Strategic Officer, The Ignis Management Group

    Randy Slentz has quickly become a cornerstone of the Ignis Management Group. The robust produce industry experience and abilities have enabled us to gain entry to the correct facet of the produce industry and marketplace. Our relationship with Randy Slentz Consulting is now the lifeblood of our company and has made us the premier provider in America, of all raw pepper products "Hotter than Habanero".

  • David Melendez - General Manager, PartsASAP.com

    Randy Slentz Consulting has proven to be an invaluable asset to our organization. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of industry trends, his expertise has led to significant process improvements and cost savings for our company. Randy’s ability to analyze complex data and provide actionable recommendations has elevated our business strategies, resulting in measurable success for Mahaney Ag Hardware. His dedication and commitment to excellence make him an outstanding consultant.

Professional Affiliations

Executive Board Member, Hawaii Food Industry Association

Past President, Frozen and Refrigerated Food Association

Executive Board Member, Northern California Council - Food Industry Circle for City of Hope

Board Member, California Restaurant Association Foundation

Advisory Board Member, Collins School of Hospitality Management, Cal Poly Pomona

Past President, Stanislaus County Grocers' Association