Dana M. Sweeney
Essex Junction,VT
Summary
Operations executive with proven track record in optimizing processes and driving operational efficiency. Strong leadership skills with focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Expertise in strategic planning, resource management, and process improvement. Known for reliability and adaptability in meeting organizational goals and navigating changing needs.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
VP Operations
THE LANE PRESS
01.1999 - 12.2017
- Orchestrated cross-departmental collaboration, enhancing workflow efficiency by 20%
- Enhanced procurement processes, reducing costs by 15% and ensuring 99% on-time delivery
- Automated inventory systems, achieving a 25% improvement in stock management
- Streamlined inventory management processes, minimizing stock discrepancies by 40%
- Streamlined internal processes and systems for improved efficiency and effectiveness
- Conducted detailed analyses of manufacturing costs, identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
- Assisted in the development of annual budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and objectives
- Prepared cost estimates for printing projects and analyzed actual costs against budgeted costs
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and enhance efficiency
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve inventory turnover, reduce carrying costs, and minimize stockouts
Estimating/Billing Manager
THE LANE PRESS
01.1999 - 12.2017
- Manage estimating process for all existing and prospect customers ranging from single title to multi title publishers
- Prepare competitive quotes for projects estimating the cost of materials, labor and equipment and applying market prices to secure the largest contribution margins
- Obtain and negotiate pricing for all outsourced projects for prospect and existing customers
- Collaborate with sales, production, purchasing and outside vendors in formulating strategies and delivering a customized solution to meet customer’s requirements
- Develop, maintain and foster relationships with sales and customers service reps and other key manufacturing managers
- Provide updates on projects and resolve any issues/concerns promptly to ensure their satisfaction
- A key team member for the company computer system purchase, implementation and user training
- Manage stock price database valued over $2.5 million dollars for over 250 publishing titles
- Responsible for hiring decisions and training of Estimating and billing staff
- Assist the Billing with any pricing issues or clarification of how items need to be invoiced
- Contract management for price list management and contract renewals
Controller/Office Manager
KOBEL INTERNATIONAL
01.1992 - 12.1999
- Directed financial operations; prepared and analyzed financial statements; prepared cash flow; collection of account receivables; purchased and negotiated all corporate insurance policies
- Maintained all corporate files; coordinated annual audit for financial statements; analyzed and monitored budgets; team member with ISO 9000 compliance program
- Managed and supervised all functions and personnel of the Administration Department
- Maintained all employee files; processed payroll; administered and purchased all benefit programs; provided direct support and communications to managers and supervisors for handling personnel issues
Controller/Office Manager
VERMONT MEDICAL
01.1990 - 12.1992
- Directed financial operations; prepared and analyzed monthly financial statements
- Provided administration with timely reports on which to base business decisions; prepared and monitored monthly cash flow and budgets
- Analyzed, designed and implemented internal tracking systems for manual and computer applications
- Team member in restructuring company wide inventory tracking system
- Managed and supervised all functions and personnel of the Business Office
- Assisted in facilitating increased revenue and decreased expenditures
Education
Associates in Science Degree - Accounting
CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE
Burlington, VT01.1985
Skills
- Organizational development
- Multitasking Abilities
- Inventory management
- Operations oversight
- Performance analysis
- Cost analysis and savings
- Cross-functional team management
- Active listening
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
Hobbies and Interests
- Camping and gardening, was actively involved with the BSA program for 20 years.
- Volunteer with the Lyric Theater to make costumes for shows performed at the Flyn Theater.
References
Sid Chadwick, Chadwick Consulting, Inc., 4141 Chatham Hill Drive, Winston-Salem, NC, 27104, http://www.chadwickconsulting.com/, 336-558-4939
Timeline
VP Operations
THE LANE PRESS
01.1999 - 12.2017
Estimating/Billing Manager
THE LANE PRESS
01.1999 - 12.2017
Controller/Office Manager
KOBEL INTERNATIONAL
01.1992 - 12.1999
Controller/Office Manager
VERMONT MEDICAL
01.1990 - 12.1992
Associates in Science Degree - Accounting
CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE
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