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Accomplished, versatile, confident Executive with transferrable experience leading financial, commercial and operational growth in the manufacturing, distribution and retail of luxury consumer specialty goods, the manufacturing of industrial components, custom composites, through contracted OEM’s in the heavy truck, specialty vehicle, medical device, marine, agricultural & waste treatment industries and the sales, dealer, product, and market development leadership within the appliance, auto & RV industriesAs a Business Unit Leader, through development and execution of various business concepts and strategies, I have honed and matured skills in: People Leadership: I consider my style as a values driven adaptive Servant Leadership. To be a role model through authenticity, approachability while embodying company vision & values. To foster collaboration and earn associate, partner and community trust while focusing on communication, engagement, accountability, empowerment & humility. I have mentored up to 13 direct reports & 500+ indirect manufacturing & office associates.Financial performance, EBITDA maximization and P&L management: Through financial analysis acumen, I have uncovered opportunities and validated decisions, optimized NWC by balancing payables, receivables and inventories.Strategically, I am adept at vision casting, creation of realistic long-term planning, corporate initiative alignment, AOP and budget forecasting. I have successfully navigated start-up, turn-a-round and M&A initiatives recognizing opportunities and value through market/data analysis.Commercially, I offer broad experience in sales leadership, product planning, market development, marketing, retail management & Aftermarket Services. I have documented success in consultative & franchise sales. I have built, mentored and trained multiple sales teams and created a franchised dealer network, dealer partners and industrial OEM partners. Marketing expertise includes price modeling, VOC, social media and sponsorships. In terms of customer relations, I exude gratitude and strive to exceed expectationsOperationally, I have been involved in manufacturing, supplier relationships, maintenance & facility planning, continuous improvement and Six Sigma/Lean. As a certified green belt, comfortable implementing 5S, waste reduction, VAVE, DFM initiatives and workflow optimization. Have implemented ISO QMS quality systems and a champion of an EHS Safety focused culture. Have been influential in human capital development, community involvement and culture integration.
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc
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General ManagerGulf Stream Coach, IncLebanon, Tn, Us -
General ManagerNational Indoor Rv Centers | Nirvc Aug 2023 - May 2024Lewisville, Tx, UsEngaged, results-oriented site leader managed daily operations, drove revenue growth, implemented continuous improvement initiatives, mentored and inspired staff, and encouraged and achieved customer service excellence. Employed problem solving skills and fiscal discipline minimizing cost while enhancing margins. As P&L owner, established operating budget, reviewed metrics, and implemented strategies and tactics to maximize performance. Influenced a values driven, win-win cohesive culture. Led, coached high performing cross functional team, 7 direct reports and 45 indirect employees. Achieved 25% + YOY monthly revenue growth and industry leading site/location market share growth. Earned Platinum Award for achieving top 10 in US retail and 90%+ in customer satisfaction by key MFG partner. Maintained 4.8 Star Google review rating and an internal customer service survey NPS of 94%. Conducted weekly staff meeting, communicating mission statement, analyzing MTD KPI’s, reviewing customer internal & Google surveys, recognizing outstanding performance and providing self-improvement discussions/ideas. -
General ManagerNational Indoor Rv Centers | Nirvc Jun 2022 - Aug 2023Lewisville, Tx, UsAs site leader, organized creation and opening of new retail start-up. Supervised facility upfit projects. Led attainment of state retail auto licensing and local permitting. Hired, trained, mentored and motivated cross functional team. Oversaw daily operations and implementation of customer centric policies and procedures to ensure exceptional customer service. Business was operational in 4 months, generating $21m in revenue during initial 12 months of operations. -
Vice President & General Manager, Lance Camper Inc.Rev Group, Inc Nov 2019 - Dec 2021Brookfield, Wisconsin, UsProvided leadership, strategic direction, and fiscal administration for the recently acquired business. Guided adoption of corporate values, policies, and compliance. Led 15 direct report functions, including manufacturing, EHS, finance, HR, materials, engineering, OPEX, product development, quality, sales, marketing, customer service, IT, aftermarket, maintenance, and logistics. Manufacturer and distributor of recreational vehicles. Construction and assembly of homes on wheels. Indirectly responsible for 500 employees. Wrote and published five-year strategic plan, annual operating budget, and daily KPIs. Created and implemented national sales strategy and product development roadmap, delivering a 40% increase in dealer network and 6000+ units or $230M in backlog, the genesis for launching a Midwest manufacturing site, adding $80M+ in annual capacity three years earlier than planned. Developed innovative environment, health & safety (EHS) strategy, investigation process, communication, trust, and ownership, netting a 70% reduction in total recordable incident rate (TRI) from 12.4 to 3.8. Reconfigured manufacturing operations via 5S, value stream consolidation, optimizing workflow, balancing labor, developing work instructions, while reducing materials handling, resulting in a 2.5 point increase in labor efficiency, a 35% reduction of inventory and improved completions, quality and safety. Championed Lean Six Sigma initiatives generating $2M+ in annual waste reduction / savings. -
Vice President & General Manager, Goldshield Fiberglass Inc.Rev Group, Inc Jun 2016 - Nov 2019Brookfield, Wisconsin, UsBusiness unit leader of an ISO Certified Tier 1 supplier of Auto, Truck, Medical, Specialty Vehicle, Bus, Marine, and Agricultural component manufacturing responsible for overall performance, including P&L, manufacturing operations, safety, quality, materials, process improvement, engineering, sales, and HR. Collaborated with stakeholders and advisors, ensured compliance with state and federal regulations, and drove the adoption of enterprise-led EHS and risk mitigation initiatives. Realigned commercial strategy, changed pricing structure, redesigned digital platform, and created opportunity pipeline. Managed eight direct reports. Led turnaround initiative resulting in 45% revenue and 57% net revenue growth within 24 months. Rejuvenated faltering relationship with #1 client, executed double-digit price increase and signed long-term agreement. Earned Top Supplier Award designation from Daimler Trucks of North America. Diversified revenue stream and supply chain partners, resulting in improved margins and inventory. Increased inventory turns from 11.2 to 18.1 (61% improvement), achieving a 99.6% on-time delivery rate. Revitalized underperforming teams and individuals by creating an accountable and empowered culture. Mentored leadership team through consistent communication of organizational goals, KPIs, and tactical performance goals. -
Vice President Of Sales, Rev Recreation Group.Rev Group, Inc Jan 2016 - Jun 2016Brookfield, Wisconsin, UsPositioned as the division point person accountable for re-establishing dealer and consumer confidence in products, brands, and market direction and serving as the "face" of the division. Tasked with building a sales team and new merchandising programs. Managed six direct reports. Transformed underperforming division, piloting sales, marketing, product development, dealer network, and consumer relations. Devised and implemented a three-year strategic "go-to-market" sales plan to boost the dealer network, built a high-performance sales team, and created merchandising programs to eliminate aged inventories. Targeted 12-month timeline, whereby backlog grew 300%, the retail share increased 500 bps, and the dealer network doubled, leading to promotion as VP/GM in Goldshield (a REV Group subsidiary). -
Director Of Sales, Rev Recreation GroupRev Group, Inc Oct 2014 - Jan 2016Brookfield, Wisconsin, UsMentored seven district sales managers in the areas of daily sales operations, sales techniques, product training, market development, and the re-establishment of dealer network confidence and trust. Analyzed key business metrics developing monthly merchandising programs to maximize wholesale opportunity and retail share. Managed eight direct reports. Originated and launched two new brands, value-class A, 600+ units, and $45M+ in annual revenue. Restructured sales team to maximize market exposure, improve wholesale, and retail performance. Led cross-functional team in the brand overhaul and redesign process, successfully returning iconic flagship product to its #1 share status. -
Director Of Sales And Product Development, Navistar Rv (Acquired By Rev Group In 2013)Rev Group, Inc Oct 2011 - Oct 2014Brookfield, Wisconsin, UsDesigned and executed turnaround strategies, stabilized the division, and engineered a renewal of branded products and the dealer network. Led national sales and product development functions, created and executed sales, marketing, and product plans. Company was acquired by REV Group May 2013. Hired, mentored, and managed a team of 14 direct reports. Regained dealer network confidence and drove sales growth by 8% in 2012 and 21% in 2013 amid a challenging business environment. Launched four new brands and developed and implemented decisive lifecycle changes on five existing brands. -
National Sales & Product ManagerGulf Stream Coach Inc. Aug 2010 - Jun 2011Functioned in a dual role, providing leadership over the national sales team and generating product strategy and direction. Led recruitment, hiring, and mentoring process of the sales team. Managed nine direct reports. Expanded dealer distribution channel, formulated pricing strategy, implemented merchandising programs to maximize wholesale results, and solidified strategic dealer alliances. Led engineering and drafting team to design a long-term product roadmap and new brand launch.
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Regional Sales ManagerCoachmen Rv, A Division Of Forest River Inc. Dec 2008 - Jan 2011Elkhart, In, UsTasked to rebuild distribution and dealer network in southeast and south-central US following bankruptcy and acquisition. Charged with re-establishing partner trust, developing merchandising programs to assist in the retail and liquidating aged inventory, and developing consistent orders and revenue with the surviving network. In addition, provided guidance regarding inventory management, product merchandising and marketing, sales training, and retail consumer support. Added 28 dealer partners and x4 times improvement from the remaining network. Established a tenfold increase in recruiting wholesale revenue at $13M annually. -
General ManagerDutchmen Manufacturing Inc. Apr 2003 - Oct 2008Selected as the divisional leader for a cross-functional team, including sales, product development, marketing, manufacturing, engineering, and purchasing. Created commercial strategies targeting differentiation, innovation, quality, and value. Managed 11 direct reports and a divisional staff of 190. Controlled divisional P&L, product direction, and business development, supervising the ongoing business development functions of the national sales team. Led turnaround of under-performing division, increasing annual sales from $12M to $76M and consistently achieving 10% plus EBITDA results, generating double-digit market share growth for four consecutive years. Developed essential B2B relationship creating the company’s largest partner, resulting in $24M annual revenue.
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Key Account Sales ManagerFleetwood Enterprises Inc. Jul 1997 - Apr 2002Renewed “Large-Key” account trust and relationship. Identified market opportunities, provided solutions and implemented sales strategies that increased both company and partner sales revenues and market share. • Increased sales revenue 41% from $24 million to $34 million annually• Attained #1 position in regional market share and market share growth• Top sales revenue producer 1999, 2000 and 2001• Increased segment unit volume 70% and 42% (99 & 00) with “Special Edition” concept
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Regional Manager-DistributionKia Motors Nov 1995 - Jul 1997
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District Operations ManagerKia Motors Mar 1994 - Nov 1995
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District Sales ManagerMazda North American Operations Apr 1992 - Mar 1994Irvine, California, Us -
District Parts ManagerMazda North American Operations Sep 1990 - Apr 1992Irvine, California, Us
Matt Buckman Education Details
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The University Of New MexicoAnd Related Support Services
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