BRYAN WAGNER
Business Manager
PANAMA CITY
Summary
Dynamic professional with over 14 years of experience in business management. Skilled in effective communication, decision-making, and business development, driving sales growth while fostering strong vendor relationships. Committed to leveraging expertise for impactful organizational improvements.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Manager
Panama City Cycles
04.2012 - Current
- Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
- Executed business plans to further strengthen and maximize territory sales and profits.
- Anticipated financial impact from operational issues and worked with leadership to develop solutions.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them grow professionally and contribute more effectively to the team''s goals.
- Streamlined business processes by implementing new project management tools and techniques.
- Processed vital documentation, completed forms and obtained appropriate insurance verification and authorization for services.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable terms for the company while maintaining strong relationships.
Administrator
Alabama Baptist Convention
11.1997 - 02.2012
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Established an organized filing system that streamlined document retrieval and reduced misplaced files.
- Supervised administrative support staff members, offering guidance, feedback, and mentorship that contributed to their professional growth and development.
- Served as a liaison between departments, fostering open communication channels that improved overall organizational function.
- Managed human resources functions, including hiring, onboarding, and employee evaluations for optimal team performance.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date database of contacts, facilitating quick and efficient communication.
- Organized and executed quarterly staff training sessions, keeping team informed on latest administrative protocols and technology.
Army Soldier
US Army
04.1990 - 10.1997
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Iraq Combat Veteran.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Andersonville College
Andersonville, GA 05.2001 -
Skills
Customer service
Strategic planning
Decision-making
Team building and leadership
Business planning
Client relationship management
Employee management
Sales and marketing
Business development
Customer relationship management
Business administration
Financial management
Staff management
Staff training
Data confidentiality
Documentation and reporting
Negotiation
Verbal and written communication
Excellent communication
Written communication
Effective leader
Reliability
Timeline
Business Manager
Panama City Cycles
04.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Andersonville College
05.2001 -
Administrator
Alabama Baptist Convention
11.1997 - 02.2012
Army Soldier
US Army
04.1990 - 10.1997