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Birmingham, Al, Us

Rosemont, Il, Us

Develops and implements strategies to direct the manufacturing and warehousing teams in achieving efficiency, quality, and safety as well as, productivity through maintaining a data driven culture of continuous improvement. Ensures production of quality products at the lowest unit cost and manages staff to ensure the integrity, USDA / FDA regulatory compliance, sanitation, shipping receiving and inventory control. Responsibilities: Effective Production: • Develops manufacturing strategies consistent with overall business plans to ensure ability to deliver planned business results • Develops a team and structure that can flex to meet the demands of the business • Aligns priorities with the direction of the broader organization to meet the demands of needs of the customer • Manages production and labor scheduling to ensure deadlines and quality specifications are met in accordance with internal and regulatory guidelines • Establishes and maintains cross functional relationships in a matrix, functionalized organization Compliance: • Ensures compliance with internal and external guidelines, including, but not limited to USDA, FDA, OSHA, and Food Safety regulations • Maintains an environment and culture focused on the safety of the team members. • Guides production and warehousing teams through in-depth analysis and resolution of strategic issues• Production Supervisor and Production Employees • Warehouse Supervisors and Warehouse Employees Education & Work Experience

Rosemont, Il, Us

To provide strategic support to Territory Managers by capturing and penetrating high potential growth opportunities and developing Market Share.Provide Product Expertise And Sales Support For All Aspects Of The Category Including Promotional Opportunities, Product Information, Suggested Pricing, Competitive Information, And Menu Ideas Prioritized For Top Penetration Opportunities To Achieve Division Case Growth Objectives For Category, As Well As, Realize Exclusive Brand (Eb) Conversion Opportunities.Support Category Specific Product Conversion Activities, And New Item Sales Opportunities Based Upon Product Margins, Features And Benefits. Assist Tms In Opening New Accounts With Highest Potential; Accompany Tms On High Potential Accounts’ Visits To Provide Specific Category Expertise. Train Tms, Focusing On Top Penetration Priorities And Utilizing Hands-On Product And Printed Materials During Monthly Sales Meetings And One-On-One Opportunities In The Field; Coach Tms During Ride-Alongs. Develop And Present Selling And Relevant Training Materials In Conjunction With Category Management And Training Functions. Demonstrate Product Use And/Or Menu Applications At Division And Customer Locations Providing Consulting Expertise To Customers On The Key Product Considerations, Product Features/Benefits And Usage/Preparation Of The Product. Assist In Category Growth By Acquiring And Providing Marketing Intelligence And Customer Feedback On Product Offerings, Pricing, Trends And Innovations In The Market; Provide Input Into Marketing / Selling Materials And Events At The Division And Assist Category Management With Sourcing And Inventory Requirements.

Rosemont, Il, Us

Responsible For Driving Penetration And Growth Of Assigned Categories Through Consultative Sales Activities With Targeted Customers Both Independently And With Territory Managers. Provide Product Expertise And Sales Support For All Aspects Of The Category Including Promotional Opportunities, Product Information, Suggested Pricing, Competitive Information, And Menu Ideas Prioritized For Top Penetration Opportunities To Achieve Division Case Growth Objectives For Category, As Well As, Realize Exclusive Brand (Eb) Conversion Opportunities. Drive Kpis Across Category And Competitive Market Pricing; Work With Tms To Refine Product Offering, Order Guides And Potential Pricing For New Accounts. Support Category Specific Product Conversion Activities, And New Item Sales Opportunities Based Upon Product Margins, Features And Benefits. Assist Tms In Opening New Accounts With Highest Potential; Accompany Tms On High Potential Accounts’ Visits To Provide Specific Category Expertise. Train Tms, Focusing On Top Penetration Priorities And Utilizing Hands-On Product And Printed Materials During Monthly Sales Meetings And One-On-One Opportunities In The Field; Coach Tms During Ride-Alongs. Develop And Present Selling And Relevant Training Materials In Conjunction With Category Management And Training Functions. Demonstrate Product Use And/Or Menu Applications At Division And Customer Locations Providing Consulting Expertise To Customers On The Key Product Considerations, Product Features/Benefits And Usage/Preparation Of The Product. Assist In Category Growth By Acquiring And Providing Marketing Intelligence And Customer Feedback On Product Offerings, Pricing, Trends And Innovations In The Market; Provide Input Into Marketing / Selling Materials And Events At The Division And Assist Category Management With Sourcing And Inventory Requirements. Promote And Provide Business Solutions To Top Customers

Duluth, Georgia, Us

Provide product expertise and sales support for all aspects of the category including promotional opportunities, product information, suggested pricing, competitive information, and menu ideas prioritized for top penetration opportunities to achieve Division case growth objectives for category, as well as, realize Exclusive Brand (EB) conversion opportunities, and procurement.

Jacksonville, Fl, Us

Director of operations for 160 Sam’s Club stores across the southeastern United States and Puerto Rico. Manager for a team of 11 direct reports in charge of all training and mentoring responsibilities. Performed market analysis to create effective objectives and launched sales strategies. Oversaw a variety of systems including monthly expenses, replenishment, and daily production programming. Built strong and open communication with clientele as well as team members, creating an attentive and focused environment. Network to expand client base in coordination with team, as well as create and maintain national programs customer portfolio. Collaborated with senior management in the development of all operating units.► Increased regional sales by 18% in only two years.► Led the #1 ranked, highest grossing region in sales and profits, while also having the least in shrink at 3.07% YOY when the company goal was 3.50%.► Implemented the Production Planning Forecasting system for daily production utilizing iPads to analyze live inventory data and sales metrics to calculate daily production needs, ensuring product availability while reducing overproduction.► Discovered and corrected an error in the sales and purchasing process that had been costing the company millions of dollars.

Lakeland, Florida, Us

Led a team of 11 staff members bringing in $150k in sales weekly. Provided training and development for all team members, setting performance standards and prioritizing top-notch customer service. Delivered on or exceeded corporate sales and productivity goals. Over saw P&L, gross product and inventory, automatic replenishment systems, and deliveries. Prepared all food products in compliance with company standards and safety requirements. Established a culture of quality by following USDA regulations, complying with Steri-Tech audits, maintaining a sanitary workplace, and employing HACCP plans as needed.► Increased sales in this location from $75k to $150k in a 3 year span► Identified and successfully mentored nine qualified employees into new company roles.

Scheduled, trained, and oversaw eight employees, ensuring they adhered to best practices and delivered exemplary customer service. Managed all aspects of inventory tracking and control, including determining food consumption and ordering. Created a cost effective menu and prepared ready to eat items and other purchased products. Implemented standardized recipes to deliver consistent quality to consumers. Interacted daily with customers, completing orders and establishing personal connections leading to retention and sales. Drove safety and quality standards.► Pioneered an efficient QA program with a regulated cleaning and product rotation schedule that that saved time and money.

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PM Sous Chef in charge of night crewEnsured that all line cooks produced quality food to the Executive Chef’s standardsHelped write menus and come up with new ideasOrdered food items from Sysco and produce companiesManaged banquets and other large functionsWorked with Executive Chef with menu development

Created and put into place all concepts for the MenuCreated menu and food requisitions as well as food costingHired and trained staff in accordance to our visionMaintained a clean and sanitary operationOrdered all food items and supplies and tracked inventoryMaintained P&L to help minimize shrink and maximize profitsCoached and developed hourly employeesWorked with Owners to fulfill their vision

Chicago, Il, Us

PM Sous Chef in charge of night crewEnsured that all line cooks produced quality food to the Executive Chef’s standardsHelped write menus and come up with new ideasOrdered food items from Sysco and produce companiesManaged banquets and other large functionsWorked with Executive Chef with menu development

Placed food orders and controls inventoryTrained and managed all employeesResponsible for cutting all proteinMade different kinds of sausageMaintained relationships with vendorsWorked POS for customer transactionsPrepared and cooked all RTE productsGuided customers with cooking techniques and protein choiceImplemented a QA program for all to followMaintained a clean and sanitary work environment

Lakeland, Florida, Us

In charge of ordering my assigned aislesWorked in team environment to accomplish the daily tasksMaintained proper presentation of assigned areasMaintained proper rotation of areas