Abel Salazar
Flower Mound,TX
Summary
Customer-oriented General Manager with 25 years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margins. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
ABM - Facility Services
06.2017 - 12.2021
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
General Manager
Aramark Facilities Services
06.1987 - 06.2017
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
- Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
- Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
General Manager
Barela & Sons Incorporated
06.1987 - 06.1997
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Education
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Kingsville, TXHigh School Diploma -
Bishop High School
Bishop, Texas05.1969
Skills
- Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
- Program Optimization
- Sales Promotion
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Administrative Management
- Cost Management
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Excel
- Business Management Principles
- Financial Statement Review
- Project Management
- Microsoft Access
Languages
Portuguese
Professional Working
Spanish
Full Professional
Guarani
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Hobbies
Wood working craftsman
Metal working craftsman
Novelist
Timeline
General Manager
ABM - Facility Services
06.2017 - 12.2021
General Manager
Aramark Facilities Services
06.1987 - 06.2017
General Manager
Barela & Sons Incorporated
06.1987 - 06.1997
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
High School Diploma -
Bishop High School
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