Chase Alford
Samson,AL
Summary
Highly driven General Manager successful at implementing strategic approaches to drive profitability and sales. Recognized for performance excellence in operations and customer care. Successful at motivating, training and developing team members to drive profitability in highly competitive environment. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager /Agronomist
Carr Farms
Samson, AL
07.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize profits.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, and sale of commodities.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.
- Conducted regular meetings with senior management team to review progress against established objectives.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
- Performed routine audits of internal controls in order to maintain accuracy of financial records.
- Created and tested processes for agricultural sustainability.
- Evaluated efficacy of fertilizer and pesticides and made adjustments as necessary.
- Assessed crop production and quality to inform decisions regarding best planting, harvesting and climate effects.
- Developed and implemented control and eradication methods for crop disease, weeds and pests.
- Provided guidance in fertilizer and pesticide selections and applications.
- Prepared documents such as contracts, leases or deeds related to agricultural land use.
- Developed budgets based on estimated costs associated with farming operations.
- Maintained records of fertilizer applications, crop rotations and harvest data.
General Manager /Agronomist
Kelly Agency
Hartford, AL
12.2006 - 07.2020
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired qualified staff for open positions.
- Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
- Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
- Performed soil testing to measure nutrient levels and pH values.
- Conducted research on new fertilizers and crop varieties.
- Developed agricultural plans for farmers, growers and ranchers.
- Monitored weather patterns to determine optimal planting times.
- Assessed market conditions to provide price forecasts for various commodities.
- Advised farmers on best management practices that promote sustainability.
Location Manager
Alabama Farmers Cooperative
Decatur, AL
06.2004 - 12.2006
- Managed and coordinated the daily operations of a retail location.
- Monitored store performance and implemented strategies to increase sales volume.
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors, suppliers, customers and employees.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures and safety regulations.
- Recruited, hired, trained and supervised staff members in providing excellent customer service standards.
- Analyzed financial reports to identify areas for improvement in operational efficiency.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner and addressed any issues that arose at the store level.
- Identified potential risks associated with running a business at the local level.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels to ensure that stock was available when needed.
- Established effective communication channels between management and staff members.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Enterprise State Community College
Enterprise, AL12-2021
High School Diploma -
Wicksburg High School
Wicksburg, AL05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Agronomy & Soils
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05-2004
Skills
- Customer Relationship Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Loss Prevention
- Schedule Management
- Sales
- Business Administration
- Financial Administration
- Project Management
- Expense Control
- Customer Retention
- Quality Management
- Profit Generation
Timeline
General Manager /Agronomist
Carr Farms
07.2020 - Current
General Manager /Agronomist
Kelly Agency
12.2006 - 07.2020
Location Manager
Alabama Farmers Cooperative
06.2004 - 12.2006
Associate of Science - General Studies
Enterprise State Community College
High School Diploma -
Wicksburg High School
Bachelor of Science - Agronomy & Soils
Auburn University
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