Experienced in the promotional products industry, skilled in anticipating needs and efficiently adapting schedules, materials, and workflow. Proactive and well-organized, excels in resolving routine and complex production issues. Eager to contribute expertise as a hands-on, knowledgeable, and resourceful leader to a company in need of these abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager
What's Happening Promotions
06.2017 - Current
Developed a comprehensive training program for new hires, resulting in higher employee retention rates and faster integration into the team.
Resolved vendor issues, contractor grievances, and supplier claims maintaining consistent 98% customer retention and satisfaction feedback
Identified inter-departmental operational challenges and inefficiencies and implemented effective solutions and policy enhancements substantially increasing productivity
Developed, implemented, and executed training programs across multiple functions through standard operating procedures, operational workflow presentations and illustrations, courses, manuals, and in-person training
Collaborated with product team, driving strategic business development on new products, industry spotlights, trends, and innovative marketing strategies.
Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
Mentored junior staff members on best practices in production management, cultivating a skilled workforce capable of tackling complex challenges head-on.
Production Specialist
What's Happening Promotions
01.2015 - 06.2017
Followed up on all orders to ensure tracking information was given for on time deliveries for our clients.
Sourced and created detailed quotes for our clients' promotional product needs.
Set up collaborative meetings with vendors to showcase new items and trends in the industry to engage our clients.
Supported sales team by providing accurate delivery estimates during the quoting process, contributing to contract acquisition success rates.
Contributed to revenue growth by collaborating with sales teams to win business opportunities through strategic quoting practices.
Streamlined the quoting process by implementing time-saving tools and techniques, resulting in a faster turnaround time for customers.
Account Executive
Naylor Association Solutions
12.2013 - 01.2015
Account Relationship team member of Naylor Association Solutions, an international solution and service provider for the association marketplace, improving member engagement and increasing non-dues revenue for 1,800+ associations across 80 industries
Researched client products and needs while conducting market analysis on challenges, market opportunities, and business practices, to offer effective sales presentation solutions, product enhancements and target audience strategies
Developed and managed request for proposals from solution development to contract execution
Supported business development initiatives, through market expansion, client growth, and advertising opportunities.
Sales Consultant
Metabolic Research Center
12.2011 - 12.2013
Established and developed client relationships through market research and planning, sales consultation scheduling, while simultaneously managing established client relationships
Managed product inventory from supplier purchasing, to warehouse and distribution, to retail sales
Partnered with quality assurance, collecting data and customer feedback and satisfaction ratings
Maintained professional and technical knowledge through educational workshops, researching professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
Resolved client challenges through investigating issues, developing effective solutions, communicating action plans, and documenting perception audits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - - Health Services Business Administration