Daniel Bucu
Avoca,United States
Summary
Dynamic Director of Commercial Greenhouse Operations with over 30 years of experience managing all aspects of greenhouse business plans, from seed to sale. Expertise includes the cultivation of diverse products such as hanging baskets, patio pots, and a wide variety of vegetables, along with strategic purchasing from an extensive network of distributors. Proven leadership in staff development while ensuring adherence to nutritional standards and efficient timing management for optimal retail readiness. A strong background in the sausage industry enhances skills in vendor management and marketing strategies, complemented by comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards to guarantee customer satisfaction and product integrity.
Professional managerial candidate with deep understanding of operational excellence and team leadership. Proven ability to drive growth and enhance productivity through strategic planning and effective resource management. Emphasizes collaboration and adaptability to meet organizational goals, showcasing excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Country Smokehouse
11.2024 - 01.2026
- Supervised daily operations, weekly sales, ensuring adherence to quality standards and customer satisfaction.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, introducing regular review sessions that boosted team performance and morale.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, minimizing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels for uninterrupted operations.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency across all departments.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative work environment and skill development.
- Developed strategic plans to optimize inventory management and reduce waste levels.
Director of Operations
Bliss Corporate
01.2023 - 11.2024
- Managed 20+ acre cannabis farm build-out, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Directed subcontractor coordination, ensuring timely project completion.
- Optimized resource allocation, achieving significant cost reductions.
- Trained assistant growers, boosting productivity and skill development.
- Implemented strong communication with our compliance officer for data-driven strategies, resulting in measurable productivity gains.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with our contractors through build out.
- Envisioned and implemented long-term operational strategies, positioning the company for sustainable growth. Anticipated industry trends, adapting operations to meet evolving market demands.
- Spearheaded an additional 80 acre cannabis farm in 2024 expansion, enhancing operational efficiency and driving measurable productivity gains through data-driven strategies.
Skills
- Financial budget oversight
- Effective team leadership
- Performance analysis
- Supplier management
- Inventory management expertise
- Marketing Strategies
- Food Safety Compliance
- Operational Efficiency
- Customer Care
- Product Development
- Training and coaching
- Staff management
- Staff training
- Staff training/development
- Staff supervision
- Employee scheduling
- Performance improvement
Timeline
General Manager
Country Smokehouse
11.2024 - 01.2026
Director of Operations
Bliss Corporate
01.2023 - 11.2024