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Dennis Jaeger

Dubuque,IA

Summary

Professional with robust background in directing and managing sales and operations, consistently driving success through strategic planning, team building and execution. Adept at implementing innovative solutions that enhance productivity and operational effectiveness. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving business needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Procurement and Inventory

Mulgrew Oil and Propane Co.
01.2021 - 05.2025
  • Maintained and enhanced relationships with new and existing fuel vendors.
  • Coordinated and developed fuel hauler relations.
  • Procured all fuel, lube and DEF purchases for bulk plant facilities.
  • Created and developed driver fuel inventory management program.
  • Added supply contracts with key vendors in both Group 3 and Chicago markets.
  • Maintained sufficient inventory levels to meet customer demands while reducing inventory turns from 7.5 to 3.5 days.
  • Analyzed inventory data to identify and address stock discrepancies.
  • Submitted all state, county, local government and key client fuel bids.
  • Managed wholesale transport load sales.

Director of Sales and Operations

Mulgrew Oil and Propane Co.
11.2016 - 01.2021
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction levels by addressing concerns promptly and providing tailored solutions.
  • Developed and achieved sales targets through effective territory management and relationship building with key clients.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing custom purchasing programs.
  • Launched new product packages into the market, coordinating marketing initiatives and comprehensive sales campaigns.
  • Implemented a fuel monitoring program at bulk plants to address discrepancy issues.
  • Implemented progressive wholesale selling strategies to focus on transport sales.
  • Launched Customer Portal to offer customers an on-line interactive customer service experience.

Director of Operations

Rainbo Oil Company
10.2011 - 10.2016
  • Collaborated with ownership and senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
  • Managed budgets and resources, optimizing allocation for maximum impact on business objectives.
  • Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
  • Established strong partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and key stakeholders to improve collaboration and ensure alignment with business requirements.
  • Identified opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement, implementing changes to improve efficiencies in deliveries and daily inventory turns.
  • Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial supply contracts.
  • Designed and coordinated the build of new lube trailers and lubricant bulk plant.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA
05-1993

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Team management
  • Operations management
  • Contract and vendor management

Affiliations

  • Board of Director - Fuel Iowa

Timeline

Director of Procurement and Inventory

Mulgrew Oil and Propane Co.
01.2021 - 05.2025

Director of Sales and Operations

Mulgrew Oil and Propane Co.
11.2016 - 01.2021

Director of Operations

Rainbo Oil Company
10.2011 - 10.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

University of Northern Iowa