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Chris Martin

Joplin,MO

Summary

Seasoned Branch Manager with background in steering operations and driving growth. Leveraged leadership skills to enhance team performance, customer satisfaction, and bottom-line results in previous roles. Possess strong strategic planning and problem-solving abilities, coupled with proficiency in customer relationship management, sales strategy implementation, and staff development. Successfully boosted branch productivity by optimizing processes and cultivating high-performing teams.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Branch Manager

Cpi Technologies
Joplin, MO
01.2000 - 09.2023
  • Former Branch Manager at the Joplin, MO office
  • Managed and sustained key accounts in the Joplin Metro area including local schools, city government, casino, and hospitals.
  • This position has given me a wonderful opportunity to meet and develop great relationships with many of the larger businesses in the Joplin area
  • Created reports summarizing operational performance metrics for senior management review.
  • Directed daily operations of the branch, including customer service, human resources, sales and marketing activities.
  • Maintained consistent growth in accounts and receivables by obtaining and retaining loan borrowers.
  • Supported outside sales force in servicing and obtaining new business.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, competitive landscape and regulatory environment.
  • Boosted customer base, acquiring new customers and identifying needs to deliver relevant products.
  • Provided guidance and support to team members regarding problem resolution and customer service issues.
  • Analyzed data to identify trends related to products, services, customers and markets served by the branch.
  • Ensured compliance with established policies, procedures and regulations governing banking operations.
  • Managed and inspired team members to perform to full potential, driving branch profitability.
  • Organized professional development programs for employees at all levels of the organization.
  • Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Implemented internal control procedures to minimize risk exposure and maximize profitability.
  • Increased efficiency and drove branch revenue by optimizing daily operations.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for all employees in the branch.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Analyzed actual financial results to budget, preparing variance reporting to functional groups.
  • Analyzed competitors and market trends to facilitate business growth.
  • Developed or analyzed information to assess current or future financial status of firms.
  • Built strong rapport with new and existing clients to better serve financial needs and promote branch loyalty.
  • Managed staff scheduling, hiring and training processes.
  • Monitored financial performance of the branch on a monthly basis.
  • Grew business banking relationships through proactive outreach.
  • Assisted other branches when needed during peak periods or special projects.
  • Established strong working relationships with external partners such as vendors and suppliers.
  • Built financial models to allocate resources, forecast cash and investment needs and make capital budgeting decisions.
  • Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention.
  • Developed strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Participated in community events to promote brand awareness.
  • Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
  • Performed regular audits of financial records in order to ensure accuracy.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement initiatives within the branch.
  • Planned work schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Established and built customer relationships through targeted outreach and initiatives.
  • Assigned duties to employees and examined work for accuracy, neatness and timeliness.
  • Disciplined employees to encourage compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
  • Provided feedback on employee performance evaluations conducted by supervisors.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Store Manager

Arvey Paper & Office Products
Jonesboro, AR
04.1997 - 10.1999
  • Daily Store Operations Including all Personnel, Inventory, Merchandising, Sales, as well as Profit and Loss
  • When I joined Arvey, I directed a merchandising team to Set-up, Train, and Open Five new Arvey stores in the United States
  • Annual sales in our store were $1.8 million per year

Store Manager

Office Max
Topeka, KS
01.1997 - 04.1997
  • Daily Store Operations Including all Personnel, Inventory, Sales, Merchandising, as well as Profit and Loss
  • While at Office Max I completed the certified training for Tech Max, Furniture Max, and Copy Max in the corporate office in Shaker Heights, OH

Store Manager

Office 1 Superstore
Joplin, MO
10.1993 - 12.1996
  • Daily Store Operations, Including all Personnel, Inventory, Merchandising, Sales, as well as Profit and Loss
  • I started out at Office 1 Superstore as a computer Sales Associate; I was offered a Management Position very quickly with the company, and an offer to move to Jonesboro, AR
  • I was an assistant manager for two years in various locations, and in 1995 promoted to Store Manager
  • Every location that I managed made significant profits
  • Annual Sales of $3.5 million or more

Education

Marketing and Management

Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO
01.1993

High School -

Carl Junction High School
Carl Junction, MO
05.1988

Skills

  • Staffing optimization
  • Account analysis expertise
  • Business development expertise
  • Sales professional
  • Relationship building and management
  • Expert in risk management
  • Strategic planning
  • Safety protocol
  • Customer relationships
  • Product training
  • Proficient in MS office
  • Operations management
  • Client acquisition
  • Team supervision
  • Interviewing and hiring
  • Community relations
  • Financial analysis and planning
  • Sales management
  • Client relationship management
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in CRM Software
  • Revenue generation
  • Upselling and cross selling
  • Reporting
  • Account review
  • Information security
  • Goals and performance
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Marketing
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Human resources
  • Staff development
  • Public speaking
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Business development
  • Strong team-builder
  • Information management
  • Accounts receivable

Hobbies and Interests

  • Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce
  • Bulldog Youth Athletic Association
  • Carl Junction Boosters Club
  • Missouri Southern State University Athletic Boosters Club
  • Kansas City Royals fan
  • Kansas City Chiefs fan

Timeline

Branch Manager

Cpi Technologies
01.2000 - 09.2023

Store Manager

Arvey Paper & Office Products
04.1997 - 10.1999

Store Manager

Office Max
01.1997 - 04.1997

Store Manager

Office 1 Superstore
10.1993 - 12.1996

Marketing and Management

Missouri Southern State University

High School -

Carl Junction High School
Chris Martin