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Cory Favreau

Tustin,CA

Summary

Wine and spirits professional with extensive leadership experience in distribution and retail support. Achieved revenue growth through strategic budgeting, forecasting, and team development while enhancing operational efficiency. Committed to driving customer-focused results and fostering high-performing teams.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial Finance Director – The Estates Group/Olympic Business Unit

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC)
Tustin, USA
01.2022 - 04.2026
  • Led financial and operational support for a multi-state luxury wine and spirits business unit.
  • Partnered with executive leadership, sales and operations teams to drive revenue growth and operational performance.
  • Managed budgeting, forecasting, and pricing strategies to optimize financial performance.
  • Developed and monitored key performance indicators that informed strategic business decisions.
  • Identified operational efficiencies and implemented process improvements, enhancing reporting accuracy.
  • Mentored and developed finance and analytical team members while fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Supported inventory planning and distribution operations across multiple markets.

Director of Commercial Finance

Young's Market Company
Tustin, USA
01.2016 - 01.2022
  • Managed forecasting, business planning, and profitability initiatives for large-scale operations.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning and operational execution to drive effective decision-making.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives and streamline operational processes.
  • Directed finance operations for major supplier portfolios and regional sales divisions to enhance alignment between finance and business goals.

Finance Manager

Young's Market Company
Tustin, USA
01.2011 - 01.2016
  • Managed monthly financial reporting, budgeting, and variance analysis to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Delivered actionable business insights and recommendations to leadership teams, driving informed decision-making.
  • Enhanced reporting processes and streamlined workflows, resulting in improved efficiency across finance operations.

Senior Marketing Analyst

Young's Market Company
Tustin, USA
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Conducted pricing analysis and forecasting to inform strategic business performance modeling.
  • Developed executive reports and performance dashboards to enhance visibility of key metrics.
  • Supported annual planning cycles and managed inventory initiatives to optimize resource allocation.

Marketing Analyst

Young's Market Company
Tustin, USA
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Assisted with budgeting, forecasting, and tracking sales performance to enable informed financial planning.
  • Supported accounting and finance operations by generating reports, performing reconciliations, and conducting business analysis to inform strategic decisions.
  • Developed foundational knowledge in distribution operations and inventory management to enhance supply chain efficiency.

Purchasing Agent

Young's Market Company
Tustin, USA
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Purchased wine and spirits to meet daily sales targets and align with annual operating plan.
  • Monitored inventory levels and coordinated deliveries to ensure stock availability.
  • Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely product deliveries.
  • Negotiated contracts to secure favorable pricing and terms.
  • Monitored inventory levels to prevent stock shortages and overages.

Chain Sales Rep/Merchandiser

Young's Market Company
Tustin, USA
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Developed strong relationships with retail partners, enhancing promotional effectiveness and driving sales growth.
  • Managed merchandising and inventory levels, optimizing product placement across assigned chain accounts.
  • Monitored sales trends and stock levels, ensuring optimal distribution and maximizing shelf presence.

Education

High School Diploma -

Jesuit High School
Carmichael, CA
01-1993

Some College (No Degree) -

City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA

Skills

  • Finance leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Financial reporting
  • Strategic planning and analysis
  • Pricing and margin optimization
  • Inventory and supply chain management
  • Process improvement
  • Executive leadership support
  • Team leadership and development
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Cross-functional leadership
  • Organizational skills
  • Customer focused
  • Communication skills

Costco Relevant Strengths

  • Extensive leadership and team management experience
  • Strong operational and inventory management background
  • Proven ability to lead in fast-paced, high-volume environments
  • Customer-focused approach to business operations
  • Experience driving efficiency, productivity and profitability
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to train, mentor and develop employees
  • Experience working collaboratively across multiple departments

Professional Highlights

  • Achieved progressive promotions throughout a 21-year career based on leadership, performance, and business results.
  • Supported multi-million-dollar commercial operations across highly competitive distribution markets.
  • Recognized for strategic leadership, operational excellence, and executive partnership.
  • Extensive experience managing teams, driving productivity, and improving business performance.
  • Successfully led initiatives that improved reporting accuracy, operational efficiency, and profitability.

Timeline

Commercial Finance Director – The Estates Group/Olympic Business Unit

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC)
01.2022 - 04.2026

Director of Commercial Finance

Young's Market Company
01.2016 - 01.2022

Finance Manager

Young's Market Company
01.2011 - 01.2016

Senior Marketing Analyst

Young's Market Company
01.2009 - 01.2011

Marketing Analyst

Young's Market Company
01.2007 - 01.2009

Purchasing Agent

Young's Market Company
01.2005 - 01.2007

Chain Sales Rep/Merchandiser

Young's Market Company
01.2004 - 01.2005

High School Diploma -

Jesuit High School

Some College (No Degree) -

City College of San Francisco
Cory Favreau