Barri Cote
Cleveland,TN
Summary
Results-driven Director of Operations drives performance improvements and leads strategic initiatives. Skilled manager of cross-departmental activities with adaptive communication of organizational objectives. Develops and executes innovative strategies for stimulating growth and service quality.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Conservation Mart
03.2023 - Current
- Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
- Managed budgets and resources, optimizing allocation for maximum impact on business objectives.
- Mentored and coached team members to foster productive and engaging work environment.
- Established strong partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and key stakeholders to improve collaboration and ensure alignment with business requirements.
- Identified opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement, implementing changes that resulted in significant savings.
- Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.
- Drove revenue growth through the identification of new market opportunities and the expansion of existing products/services offerings.
Director of Operations
Mighty Capital
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
- Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess team progress, providing constructive feedback and guidance for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
- Managed budgets and resources, optimizing allocation for maximum impact on business objectives.
Director of Finance
Mighty Capital
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Managed a high-performing finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to foster professional growth and development.
- Collaborated with executive leadership team in developing long-term financial goals, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes by implementing more efficient software systems and optimizing data management.
- Optimized cash flow management through diligent monitoring of receivables, payables, and investment activities.
- Developed accurate monthly forecasts using historical data trends combined with current market conditions for enhanced decision-making capabilities.
- Enhanced company profitability with strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting techniques to ensure optimal resource allocation.
- Reduced overhead costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing targeted cost-saving measures across various departments.
Director of Operations and Finance
Grey & Bash
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.
- Collaborated on operational support tasks to achieve common goal.
- Applied excellent problem-solving, process development, and strategic implementation skills to lead and support all areas of operations.
- Coordinated seamless communication between departments, resulting in enhanced collaboration efforts across the organization.
Education
BA - Business And Marketing
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY
New Brunswick, NJ05.2013
Skills
- Operational Efficiency
- Strategic planning and execution
- Business Management
- Process Improvement
- Performance Analysis
- Financial controls implementation
- Capital Spending
- Marketing and Social Media Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Operations
Conservation Mart
03.2023 - Current
Director of Operations
Mighty Capital
01.2021 - 03.2023
Director of Finance
Mighty Capital
01.2021 - 03.2023
Director of Operations and Finance
Grey & Bash
01.2018 - 01.2021
BA - Business And Marketing
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY
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