Glen Porter
Bogata,TX
Summary
Dynamic manager with a proven track record , excelling in strategic planning and performance management. Enhanced team effectiveness through targeted training and coaching, driving significant improvements in customer satisfaction and operational standards across multiple locations. Expert in budget management and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Results-driven professional prepared to bring blend of strategic vision and hands-on leadership to dynamic organization. Background includes managing multiple regions, driving operational improvements, and spearheading initiatives that align with company goals. Known for fostering team collaboration and consistently achieving results, with core skills in leadership and strategic planning. Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.
Overview
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Certification
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Manager
Alphia Foods
Pittsburg, Texas
03.2026 - Current
- Monitored inventory KPI and shared regular updates with senior management.
- Helped with supply chain improvement projects that lowered costs and improved inventory turnover.
- Trained employees on inventory tasks and identified strong candidates for promotion.
- Reviewed inventory patterns and sales data to predict stock needs and avoid overstock.
Regional Manager
Ongweoweh Corp.
Ithaca, NY
04.2022 - 01.2026
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, training, and performance feedback to staff members.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to establish long-term objectives, drive growth initiatives, and align regional efforts with corporate goals.
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely resolution of escalated issues and proactive communication on product updates.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing process reviews, employee engagement initiatives, and open channels of communication.
- Established and maintained operational standards for 7 locations.
- Optimized inventory management systems for reduced stock discrepancies, minimizing losses due to shrinkage or obsolescence.
- Hired talented, trainable team members, and drove new business strategies to grow revenues.
- Aligned procedures and protocols with changing business demands.
General Manager
Cotton Patch Cafe
Greenville, TX
07.2016 - 03.2022
- 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.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/costs associated with excess product storage.
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention.
General Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
Texarkana, TX
08.2013 - 03.2016
- 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.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/costs associated with excess product storage.
General Manager
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Houston, TX
03.1999 - 12.2007
- 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.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/costs associated with excess product storage.
General Manager
Joe's Crab Shack
Houston, TX
08.1992 - 02.1999
- Supported budget implementation, employee reviews, training schedules, and contract talks.
- Supported diverse team of professionals and maintained positive work environment with strong employee satisfaction.
- Helped develop sales and profitability strategies.
- Built strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to support long-term success and loyalty.
- Tracked financial performance, set budgets, and controlled expenses to support stability and long-term growth.
Prescribed Load List Clerk
United States Army
Fort Bliss, TX
06.1987 - 06.1989
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Increased accuracy in financial reporting by meticulously reviewing and reconciling accounts.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Texas A&M University
Texarkana08-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Texas A&M University
Texarkana12-2010
Skills
- Operations
- Staff training and development
- Strategic planning
- Staff management
- Goals and performance
- Performance management
- Operations management
- Strategic development
- Cost reduction
- Multi-unit management
- Budget management
- Financial management
- Inventory Control
- Inventory Management
- Business development and planning
- Project management
- Safety protocol
Certification
- OSHA Certified Forklift Trainer
Timeline
Inventory Manager
Alphia Foods
03.2026 - Current
Regional Manager
Ongweoweh Corp.
04.2022 - 01.2026
General Manager
Cotton Patch Cafe
07.2016 - 03.2022
General Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2013 - 03.2016
General Manager
Chipotle Mexican Grill
03.1999 - 12.2007
General Manager
Joe's Crab Shack
08.1992 - 02.1999
Prescribed Load List Clerk
United States Army
06.1987 - 06.1989
Master of Business Administration -
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Texas A&M University