Ron Rick Email & Phone Number

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

Houston, Tx, Us

-Leading a team of Sales Consultants in the city of Pittsburgh

Houston, Tx, Us

-Overseeing $7.5M territory guiding customers to become successful by maximizing profit through menu development, digital/social media presence, and operational changes. -Nearly tripled territory size in two years by gaining the trust of new accounts, growing relationships with existing accounts, and working with our specialist teams to put together organized and focused meetings with owners and chefs.-Lead trainer for the district, mentoring new Sales Consultants to understand the day-to-day operations to set them up for success and grow their territory. -Mid-East Leadership Program participant, hand selected with other Mid-East Sysco employees to grow as a leader within the company.-Executive Club: Recognized by Sysco for exceptional sales performance, dedication, service, and professionalism (2023)

Houston, Tx, Us

Irwin, Pa, Us

I was promoted to regional management within one year, with leadership over three regional foodservice directors (150 indirect reports). I support and evaluate programs to maximize earning potential and returns, manage a $1.5M budget, train team members and assess potential new accounts. ➜ Delivered a $120K profit for a single account, reversing a steep revenue decline that had resulted in $275K in losses over the previous two years. Reorganized the district’s overall operations to bring about dramatic improvements and revive the account. ➜ Serve as an internal consultant to identify strategies and tactics – including introduction of new processes and workflows – to increase productivity, drive sales and improve employee morale.

Irwin, Pa, Us

I shifted my career into corporate leadership, joining this leading provider of food preparation and facilities management services to schools, healthcare facilities and senior centers. I oversaw day-to-day operations of 11 schools serving 6,500 students – with accountability for menu development, operational compliance, employee performance and training. ➜ Maintained safety and sanitation compliance, leveraging authoritative knowledge of HACCP.➜ Managed a team of 80+ – training, supervising and evaluating performance.

I took on a part-time restaurant service role while enrolled full-time in culinary school. I served as a waiter and bartender, and also supported social media marketing, menu planning and operations.➜ Generated the highest weekly individual sales in the restaurant’s history.

Mount Pleasant, Pa, Us

While finishing my degree, I had opportunity to shadow the Vice President and support day-to-day operations of this importer, producer and distributor of Italian and Mediterranean specialty foods. ➜ Gaining a larger understanding about wholesale / retail production processes and sales.

I joined Bahama Mamas as a service provider then earned progressive promotions to become General Manager of the $1M+ operation, with accountability for two restaurants and a carry-out location (75-employee team). I also managed all sales promotions, marketing and advertising. ➜ Negotiated with suppliers to ensure consistently high quality seafood, ingredients and supplies. ➜ Created pricing and menus for three locations – adjusting offerings to align with each venue.➜ Continually delivered a profit even through even the economic downturn of 2008-2009.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Management Information Systems, General

Associate Of Science - As, Culinary Arts/Chef Training