Danielle Cullen
Freehold,NJ
Summary
Results driven business and operations leader with an MBA and progressive experience managing complex, high volume operations. With a proven track record of driving sales growth and improving operational efficiency. Skilled in financial forecasting, KPI analysis, and team development, consistently delivering on strategic initiatives that enhance business performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Partner
P.F. Chang's Bistro
Princeton, New Jersey
05.2022 - Current
- Drove 12% increase in annual sales through business performance analysis and strategic initiatives.
- Managed P&L activities, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and expense management to drive financial accountability.
- Executed business strategies that balanced revenue growth and operational efficiency to enhance overall performance.
- Achieved 4% improvement in labor efficiency using scheduling optimization and productivity metrics.
- Directed operations for $10 million business, focusing on financial performance and workforce strategy.
- Built and managed a team of over 50 employees through effective coaching and succession planning.
- Conducted KPI analyses to identify performance gaps and implement targeted corrective measures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate strategic goals into actionable tasks.
Operations Management Intern
Wegmans Supermarket
Manalapan, New Jersey
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Acquired hands-on experience in cross-functional management during internship within $70 million retail operation.
- Engaged in multiple business functions to enhance understanding of store workflows and operational efficiency.
- Shadowed leaders to learn about employee management, operational planning, and performance monitoring.
- Analyzed leaders' prioritization of operations to identify impact on staffing and departmental performance.
- Collaborated with employees across departments to align efforts with overall business targets.
- Exposed to strategic decision-making processes necessary for consistency in large retail operations.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05-2020
Skills
- P&L management
- Financial forecasting
- Strategic planning
- KPI analysis
- Operational efficiency
- Cost optimization
- Business operations
- Team leadership & development
Timeline
Operating Partner
P.F. Chang's Bistro
05.2022 - Current
Operations Management Intern
Wegmans Supermarket
06.2019 - 11.2019
MBA - Business Administration
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Montclair State University