David Fitzpatrick
Mechanicsville,MD
Summary
Experienced with operational management, strategic planning, and process optimization. Utilizes effective leadership techniques to drive team performance and operational improvements. Track record of enhancing business productivity and fostering efficient workflows.
As an experienced operations leader, I am prepared to drive organizational success through strategic planning and resource optimization. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs. Proven track record in process improvement, cost management, and enhancing operational efficiency. Dependable and results-oriented, with skills in leadership, strategic decision-making, project management, and business management.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President of Operations
Z-Best, Inc.
10.2001 - Current
- Applied excellent problem-solving, process development, and strategic implementation skills to lead and support all areas of operations.
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Managed cross-functional departments to ensure seamless collaboration for optimal business outcomes.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners for mutually beneficial collaborations.
- Increased company profits through performance optimization strategies and efficiency improvements.
- Established performance goals for department and outlined processes for achievement.
- Reduced operational costs by optimizing resource allocation and negotiating better contracts with suppliers.
- Championed employee development programs to enhance skills, increase retention rates, and build a high-performance workforce.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Identified issues with production, workforce, and material sourcing and implemented successful solutions.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Increased profitability with cost control measures and revenue generation initiatives.
- Expanded company's product line, leading to diversified portfolio and tapping into new customer segments.
- Cultivated key partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing company's visibility and strategic positioning.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, significantly reducing material costs and improving profit margins.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
General Manager
Z-Best, Inc.
2010 - 2017
Business Development
Z-Best, Inc.
10.2001 - 2010
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
03.1996 - 05.2001
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex repairs and improve team efficiency.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
Education
High School Diploma -
La Plata High School
No Degree - General Studies
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALSkills
- Strategic planning and execution
- Organizational development
- Cost analysis and savings
- Business development
- Succession planning
- Operations oversight
- Budget control
- Facilities management
- Operations management
- Workforce planning
- Business administration
- Purchasing and planning
- Performance analysis
- Capital spending
- Logistics management
- Financial controls implementation
- Cross-functional team management
- Growth management
- Customer relations
- Decision-making
- Strategic planning
- Business growth initiatives
- Teamwork and collaboration
- P&L management
- Financial management
- Effective leader
- Staff development
- Business management
- Direct sales
- Staff management
- Employee development
- Business leadership
Accomplishments
- Certified - Quickbooks
- Increased annual sales and profit margins annually
- implemented various initiatives and business models that provided increased efficiency
- initiated certification and testing awards for the corporation in support of advancing the corporation within the industry
- Secured various rebate program agreements with vendors and suppliers
Certification
- Certified - Quickbooks
Timeline
Vice President of Operations
Z-Best, Inc.
10.2001 - Current
Business Development
Z-Best, Inc.
10.2001 - 2010
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
03.1996 - 05.2001
General Manager
Z-Best, Inc.
2010 - 2017
High School Diploma -
La Plata High School
No Degree - General Studies
Community College of The Air Force
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