Edward Flinton
Denver,PA
Summary
Accomplished General Manager with a proven track record at enhancing operational efficiency and spearheading growth initiatives. Expert in strategic planning and team leadership, I significantly improved profitability and fostered robust sales growth. Skilled in P&L management and customer relations, my approach has consistently delivered tangible results and heightened employee development.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Clayton Homes
06.2016 - Current
- Took over a retail center struggling to be profitable and with the same team that was in place transformed it into one of the top home centers in our region and in the Northeast.
- Successfully transformed the culture of the team and the perception of our retail center in our community.
- Worked tirelessly to build the team and family we now have here in Paradise.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
General Manager
Champion Homes
09.2009 - 02.2016
- Instrumental in rebuilding the Ephrata Champion facility after the exit of all management to start Eagle River and Champions Bankruptcy.
- Worked with the new investors consultants to develop a strategic plan to grow our business through product development and pricing strategies and the utilization of my relations with the top retailers in the Northeast.
- In a matter of a few years the facility in Ephrata was #2 in the company in productivity and profits doing over 25 Million
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance across all departments.
- Instrumental in product development and the strategic delivery to market.
- In 2013 was asked to run a second factory in Pa and utilize a two plant strategy to streamline products built in both facilities to increase profitability while double penetrating the market.
Consumer Relations Manager
Skyline Homes
01.2002 - 09.2009
- Established strong relationships with key retailer throughout Northeast Market.
- Developed the Skycare program in which we finished the homes once the home was set. This sevice included inspections of set as well as the performance of any service while there doing the final fit and finish of drywall or Gyp product.
- Successfully managed high-volume caseloads with strict deadlines while maintaining a strong focus on delivering an excellent customer experience.
- Developed effective communication strategies for better understanding of consumer needs which is vital to all levels of management and customer care.
- While in this role I also took on the start up of our Park Model product line. This consisted of product development as well as getting RV retailers to sign on with us.
Factory Line Employee (Shingler)
Skyline Homes
09.1998 - 09.2002
- Began career shingling or installing metal roofs on 10 homes a day. Performed this task for a year
- Then was asked to deck roofs and install fascia and drip edge as well as do dormers and walk a bay windows. Performed this for about a year and a half.
- Promoted to Quality control and customer service representative because of my attention to quality and my drive to continue to do more.
- Identified areas for improvement within the production process, proposing solutions that led to enhanced efficiency and better quality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Albright College
Reading, PA06.2008
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem Resolution
- Operations Management
- Team Player
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Time Management
- Training and coaching
- Staff Management
- Customer Relations
- Training and Development
- Relationship Building
- Inventory Control
- Customer Relationship Management
- Verbal and written communication
- P&L Management
- Motivation
- Process Improvements
- Strategic Planning
- Vendor relationships
- Employee Development
- Facility Management
- Recruitment
- Expense Control
- Networking abilities
Timeline
General Manager
Clayton Homes
06.2016 - Current
General Manager
Champion Homes
09.2009 - 02.2016
Consumer Relations Manager
Skyline Homes
01.2002 - 09.2009
Factory Line Employee (Shingler)
Skyline Homes
09.1998 - 09.2002
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Albright College
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