Gerald VanTine
Springfield,IL
Summary
Accomplished Area Manager at Schwan's Home Service, adept in operations management and staff mentoring, significantly exceeding targets through strategic leadership and effective communication. Expert in territory sales growth and team development, achieving remarkable results by fostering strong relationships and optimizing team performance. Demonstrated excellence in staff training and project management, ensuring productivity and profitability enhancements.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Manager
Schwan's Home Service
03.2023 - Current
- Led a team to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering a positive work environment.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
- Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among team members, promoting open communication and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Service Operations Specialist
Schwan's Home Service
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Assisted customers with sales transactions in a timely manner to guarantee high levels of customer service
- Fulfilled customer orders
- utilized corporate vehicle to deliver and sell products to clients with focus on optimizing customer experience
- traveled to other depots to ensure sales and productivity
Service Operations Specialist
Schwan's Home Service
11.2020 - 01.2021
Area Manager
Schwan's Home Service
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Led a team to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering a positive work environment.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
- Assessed reports to evaluate performance, develop targeted improvements, and implement changes.
- Trained current employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles at all times.
- Recruited and Hired employees
Service Operations Specialist
Schwan's Home Service
03.2008 - 01.2019
- Assisted customer sales
- Fulfilled orders in a timely manner
- Traveled to other depots to assist in sales and productivity
Purchasing and Production Manager
U.S.A Technologies
01.1993 - 03.2008
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Progressed through various purchasing, warehousing and leadership rolls
- Oversaw quality control
- Located and vetted vendors
- Developed and maintained strong and clear communication and rapport with plant personnel
- Reviewed production orders
Education
High School Diploma -
Shelbyville High School
Shelbyville, IL05.1985
Skills
- Staff Management
- Operations Management
- Relationship building and management
- Team Development
- Staff training and mentoring
- Territory sales management
- Sales territory growth
- Excellent communication skills
Timeline
Area Manager
Schwan's Home Service
03.2023 - Current
Service Operations Specialist
Schwan's Home Service
01.2021 - 03.2023
Service Operations Specialist
Schwan's Home Service
11.2020 - 01.2021
Area Manager
Schwan's Home Service
01.2019 - 10.2020
Service Operations Specialist
Schwan's Home Service
03.2008 - 01.2019
Purchasing and Production Manager
U.S.A Technologies
01.1993 - 03.2008
High School Diploma -
Shelbyville High School
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