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Brendyn Burns

Ponca City,OK

Summary

I am young; the only thing that I lack is having an opportunity. Anything I put my mind to, I excel at over time. More or less, I am coachable, not hard-headed.


Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 6 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Zk Enterprises
01.2018 - Current
  • Supervised staff of 50+employees to remain compliant with state/company policies and procedures.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
  • Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.

Purchasing Director

Cannvest Group
03.2020 - 10.2022
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
  • Formed strategic partnerships and connected with potential clients to drive business development.
  • Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Oversaw supply chain functions to verify inventory levels and budget adherence.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.

Sandwich Artist

Rottinghaus
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Operated the cash register with accuracy, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
  • Kept workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies.
  • Increased speed of service through effective multitasking and time management skills.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a smooth workflow during busy hours.
  • Demonstrated flexibility by covering shifts when needed, ensuring consistent staffing levels for optimal operation.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures, contributing to overall team performance and growth.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining positive relationships and promoting repeat business.

Education

Associate of Business Administration (ABA) - Business Administration

Northern Oklahoma College
Tonkawa, OK
05.2022

Skills

  • Moral Builder

(fun to be around, can joke and take jokes Very important to enjoy working with people that likes you Increases employer retention)

  • Data analysis
  • MS Office
  • Supply chain distribution
  • Continuous improvements
  • Invoice Processing
  • Sales background
  • Cost reduction and containment
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Business Administration

Timeline

Purchasing Director

Cannvest Group
03.2020 - 10.2022

Operations Manager

Zk Enterprises
01.2018 - Current

Sandwich Artist

Rottinghaus
01.2015 - 01.2018

Associate of Business Administration (ABA) - Business Administration

Northern Oklahoma College
Brendyn Burns