Brian M. Linnihan
Edina
Summary
Proactive and versatile professional dedicated to adapting quickly to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities demonstrated through a proven track record of fostering relationships with clients and team members. Committed to supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Commodity Trade Assistant/Logistics Specialist
Merus LLC
Edina
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Processed purchase and export settlements to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Coordinated appropriate transport for domestic and export shipments, enhancing logistics efficiency.
- Billed shipments and ocean line settlements, supporting consistent cash flow management.
- Managed profits and losses across business units, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
Builder Assistant
Shelter Bay Contracting
Richfield
12.2022 - 08.2024
- Executed bathroom remodeling projects to improve functionality and aesthetics for client satisfaction.
- Installed hardwood flooring, ensuring durability and style.
- Completed cabinet installations to optimize storage capacity and organization.
- Performed painting tasks to deliver clean, professional finishes, enhancing overall project quality.
Project Coordinator
Eurofins USA Food Testing
Plymouth
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Led field operations team, providing strategic consultation to client services directors.
- Coordinated with product developers to ensure compliance with established standards.
- Produced essential documentation to support operational team effectiveness.
- Collaborated with sales staff to enhance product quality and maintain market consistency.
Director of Operations
Par Caterers
Blaine
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Oversaw management of 40+ event spaces, hosting over 15 events annually for up to 10,000 guests.
- Hired and coached diverse events team of 100+ employees, improving collaboration and service delivery.
- Negotiated pricing and managed vendor contracts to control budget and enhance cost-effectiveness.
- Resolved conflicts and mitigated risks from unforeseen project challenges to ensure event success.
Operations Manager/Director of Catering
Levy/Prom Golf
Woodbury
01.2013 - 12.2018
- Managed budgets and vendor contracts, negotiating terms to optimize event resources.
- Oversaw inventory for food, liquor, and equipment, ensuring consistent availability for events.
- Developed an upscale concession and hospitality menu to minimize waste and reduce cost.
- Hired, managed, and coached events team to enhance service quality.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
The Art Institutes International
Minneapolis, Minnesota01-2012
Skills
- Vendor negotiation
- Market analysis
- Operational support and purchasing
- Budget control
- Operations oversight
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Dependability
- Work ethic
- Team coordination
- Relationship building
- Self-starter
Key Qualifications
- 10+ years operational support experience
- Experienced in purchasing and negotiation
- Detail oriented and easily able to multi-task
- Energetic with strong leadership skills
- Self-starter with business building priorities
- Very dependable with strong work ethic
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications
- Skilled in creating and building relationships
Timeline
Commodity Trade Assistant/Logistics Specialist
Merus LLC
09.2024 - 12.2025
Builder Assistant
Shelter Bay Contracting
12.2022 - 08.2024
Project Coordinator
Eurofins USA Food Testing
03.2022 - 11.2022
Director of Operations
Par Caterers
01.2019 - 02.2021
Operations Manager/Director of Catering
Levy/Prom Golf
01.2013 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Arts -
The Art Institutes International