Brian Langdon Jr.
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Experienced with analyzing and optimizing planning processes to enhance productivity. Utilizes strategic thinking and meticulous organization to manage and coordinate tasks effectively. Strong understanding of project management principles and data-driven decision-making to support team success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruitment Business Planning Associate
American Red Cross
05.2022 - Current
- Coordinate creative strategies between Blood Program Leaders and Account Managers, utilizing high level communication skills.
- Manage over 450 accounts with professionalism, fostering strong company-client relationships and identifying sponsor groups to enhance performance.
- Increase annual bookings by optimizing calendar resources and leveraging company assets effectively.
- Consistently achieve and maintain an average operational efficiency of over 98%.
- Analyze booking trends to identify growth opportunities, leading to targeted marketing efforts that drove account growth.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Vice President
Brian's Kids, Inc.
12.2018 - Current
- Conduct monthly meetings with President and Board of Directors to discuss fundraising activities and budgets.
- Provide comfort items to those affected by childhood cancer at Golisano Children's hospital.
Account Manager
American Red Cross Blood Services
07.2019 - 05.2022
- Immediately recognized strategic importance of adopting market plan to include growth of under booked areas while.
- Collected 115% of units over goal for 13 consecutive months with Operational Efficiency of 101%.
- Designed and organized recruitment strategies and presentations for Blood Program Leaders.
- Reviewed accounts and streamlined blood drive rotations while booking and confirming them 6 months out.
- Communicated by phone, email and traveled for face to face contact for over 200 accounts.
- Met and exceeded revenue goals by 115% through generating new leads and identifying new clients.
- Maintained optimal financial goals by optimizing blood drives.
- Trained new employees on customer service, operational efficiency and organizing strategies.
Purchasing Manager
Pastabilities (Noodle, Inc.)
01.2010 - 07.2019
- Design of effective inventory and costing control systems.
- Seek, review, evaluate, and install products that safeguard and enhance Pastabilities brand and experience.
- Develop budgets and approve expenses.
- Analyze sales statistics.
- Source vendors, build relationships and negotiate key contract prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
Restaurant Manager
Pastabilities (Noodle, Inc.)
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
- Managed recruitment, interviewing, hiring, scheduling and training.
- Directed community event planning, assigning staff, responsibilities, and evaluating post event results.
- Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
Server
Pastabilities (Noodle, Inc.)
01.2002 - 01.2008
Education
Master of Business Administration - Business Management
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI2006
Bachelor of Science - International Business
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI2005
Associate of Arts and Sciences - General Studies
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY2003
Skills
- Building and maintaining client connections
- Effective strategic forecasting
- Building lasting client relationships
- Results-driven
- Proficient in scheduling and deadlines
- Time management expertise
- Performance analysis
- Statistical data interpretation
- Team-oriented cooperation
- Scheduling expertise
- Proficient in managing multiple tasks
Volunteer Experience
American Red Cross, 2022-Present
Mass Care Sheltering, Supervisor
Hurricane Milton, October 2024
Border Operation, October 2023
Hurricane Ian, October 2022
Habitat For Humanity, 2009-2010
Cost and purchase analysis for all equipment required for home construction.
Sacred Heart Food Pantry, 2006-2012
Collected and distributed food donations.
Internship
Walt Disney World, 2001-2006
Deep water lifeguard in Acquatics Program
Recruiter and Campus Representative for the Walt Disney World College Program
Timeline
Recruitment Business Planning Associate
American Red Cross
05.2022 - Current
Account Manager
American Red Cross Blood Services
07.2019 - 05.2022
Vice President
Brian's Kids, Inc.
12.2018 - Current
Purchasing Manager
Pastabilities (Noodle, Inc.)
01.2010 - 07.2019
Restaurant Manager
Pastabilities (Noodle, Inc.)
01.2008 - 01.2010
Server
Pastabilities (Noodle, Inc.)
01.2002 - 01.2008
Master of Business Administration - Business Management
Hawaii Pacific University
Bachelor of Science - International Business
Hawaii Pacific University
Associate of Arts and Sciences - General Studies
Onondaga Community College
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