Dawn Barron
Magnolia,MS
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in managing daily operations and logistics. Proven ability to communicate effectively and solve problems, leading to substantial cost savings and enhanced team performance. Results-driven General Manager with over 25 years of experience in operations and human resources management. Proven track record in developing effective strategies that enhance productivity and drive financial performance. Dedicated to fostering a positive workplace culture and delivering exceptional customer service.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Southwest Distributors, Inc.
Summit, MS
07.1997 - Current
- Oversee daily operations to ensure efficient distribution and logistics processes.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and performance to maintain high standards.
- Coordinated interdepartmental communication to enhance operational efficiency.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly while upholding quality service delivery standards.
- Tracked monthly sales and generated reports for strategic business development planning.
- Monitored financial performance, identifying opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth.
- Conducted regular meetings with senior management to assess progress against objectives.
- Managed employee relations to foster a positive workplace culture.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires to ensure smooth integration.
- Maintained employee records in accordance with company policy and applicable legal requirements.
- Identified, screened and interviewed potential employees.
- Reviewed job descriptions regularly to ensure accuracy of duties assigned to each position.
- Coordinated various benefits programs such as medical insurance, retirement plans and vacation policies.
- Handled employee discipline and termination to address policy infractions.
- Assisted in employee recruitment, hiring and interview processes.
- Scheduled random drug testing for employees to diminish regularity risks.
- Oversaw maintenance of warehouse equipment and tools.
- Managed daily operations of warehouse activities and inventory control.
- Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing personnel tasks.
- Oversaw daily operations and ensured efficient distribution processes.
- Developed and implemented operational policies to enhance productivity.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
- Administered employee discipline through verbal and written warnings.
- Guided management and supervisory staff to promote smooth operations.
- Managed inventory levels and conducted corrective action planning to minimize long-term costs.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
Legal Secretary
Robison & Harbour
McComb, Mississippi
12.1996 - 07.1997
- Managed case files and organized legal documents for attorney review.
- Prepared legal correspondence and documentation for court filings.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive client information consistently.
- Prepared correspondence, memos, reports and other legal documents using Microsoft Word.
- Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA12-1995
Skills
- Operations and logistics management
- Customer relationship management
- Effective communication skills
- Problem solving strategies
- Administrative expertise
- Business administration principles
- Human resources management
References
- Robert Belote, President Southwest Distributors, Inc., 601.248.0817
- Dee Bates, Attorney at Law, 601.248.1556
- Dennis Dunn, Retired Business Analyst, 601.874.3653
Timeline
General Manager
Southwest Distributors, Inc.
07.1997 - Current
Legal Secretary
Robison & Harbour
12.1996 - 07.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Southeastern Louisiana University