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Drew Cropper

Georgetown,KY

Summary

Driven and experienced Business and Management professional adept in overseeing all business practices. Lifetime and professional background in manufacturing/sales experience and 5+ years of combined leadership roles. Skilled in business development, optimizing processes, as well as strong commitment to learning along the way.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Feed Mill Production Manager

Optimal Aquafeed
Omaha, NE
04.2021 - 02.2025
  • Helped build the company/mill from the ground-up as Optimal was a startup and establish all current business practices.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards, regulations, and safety guidelines within production area.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks and implementing solutions to optimize processes.
  • Maintained equipment by performing routine maintenance tasks and scheduling repairs as needed.
  • Reported regularly on progress towards goals set by senior management in terms of output volume, cost reduction efforts, or other relevant metrics.
  • Provided technical support, troubleshooting issues that arose during manufacturing process quickly and efficiently.
  • Organize team members to complete current/future shipments to meet delivery deadlines.

Sales Representative (Retail/B2B)

Thoroughbred Diesel
Winchester, KY
01.2019 - 03.2021
  • Determined customers' needs based on sales calls and face-to-face meetings.
  • Continuously updated product knowledge by attending training sessions or workshops.
  • Maintained strong relationships with existing customers to ensure repeat business.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, concerns, or issues promptly.
  • Offered guidance on installation and troubleshooting for customers requiring additional assistance.
  • $2.8 million total sales as well as top performing sales representative each month.

Material Handler - Lumber Treatment

Menards Distribution Center
Valley, NE
03.2016 - 05.2018
  • Loaded lumber onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
  • Maintained inventory of lumber stock.
  • Maneuvered heavy loads around lumberyard and job sites with materials handling equipment and forklifts.
  • Examined lumber on moving belt, chain conveyor and in racks for defects.
  • Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business Marketing

Midland University
Fremont, NE
05.2018

Skills

  • Organizational Skills
  • Adaptability
  • Problem Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Sales Development

Timeline

Feed Mill Production Manager

Optimal Aquafeed
04.2021 - 02.2025

Sales Representative (Retail/B2B)

Thoroughbred Diesel
01.2019 - 03.2021

Material Handler - Lumber Treatment

Menards Distribution Center
03.2016 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business Marketing

Midland University

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