Versatile Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing strategic partnerships, overseeing personnel, and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Accomplished in working with organizational leaders to establish business goals and devise strategies driving revenue generation and business growth. Proven leader with significant background in fundraising, interpersonal, relationship building, budgeting, forecasting, and financial management.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Operations
Dress for Success Phoenix
07.2021 - Current
Responsible for the implementation and execution of the strategic plan for the mission
Works in concert with the CEO, staff, the board, volunteers and funders to ensure that the annual objectives are met
Promotes awareness and visibility of Dress for Success Phoenix through a variety of forums, including public speaking, media and community events
Foster and maintain relationships with Dress for Success Worldwide, referring agencies, local government, and other community organizations and relevant partners of Dress for Success Columbus
Created and implemented a comprehensive strategy for the organization, with the support of the CEO and Board of Directors, helping to expand philanthropic support for the organization through identification and cultivation of individual, foundation, corporate and public sources of revenue
Lead the budget oversight, planning, implementation, goal achievement and evaluation of special events
Ensure compliance with funding sources and regulatory requirements
Provide guidance and empowers staff to develop, implement and evaluate operational programs to ensure that they fulfill the organization’s mission, vision and objectives
Responsible for overseeing efficient and effective process and procedures, building a strong infrastructure and organizational capability
Brings together the programs of the organization to strengthen the work of each and to gain greater impact from clear communication and sharing of resources and ideas
Fulfills requirements of Dress for Success Worldwide affiliation, including standards of accountability and ongoing reporting
Oversees facility management and maintenance and associated operational budget
Business Consultant / Analyst - Contractor
Capco
10.2020 - 05.2021
Provide regulatory analysis and forensic loan file review to ensure compliance in Federal and State Consumer Protection Laws
Provide stakeholder analysis on historical and current business practices
Analyze business problems using data from internal and external sources
Report creation that identify process variation
Deliver on multiple project timelines to ensure the over-all project stays on track
Analyze, develop and propose enhancements to current business processes, reports and applications in order to optimize system effectiveness
Owner / Operator
The Irish Hare Pub
03.2018 - 01.2021
Streamline overall back and front-of-house operation
Act as a creative director for marketing and social media to accelerate business growth as well as served as an end-to-end owner of all business processes, including hiring and training staff
Formulate and coordinate menu and activities in line with business needs and objectives
Devise HR employee handbook to communicate the company’s policies
Contribute to website updates and social media integration
Taken complete ownership and guaranteed food safety, local, state, and federal compliance with employment law, licensing, liquor laws, food safety/handling, and welfare of guests
Enhanced financial efficiency through consistently delivering accurate monthly budgeting and forecasting
Played a pivotal role in conducting comprehensive cost analysis and rate-setting
Founded and managed The Irish Hare Pub growing revenue to $1,800,000.00in the first year
Business Process Improvement Manager
COCA-COLA
03.2016 - 07.2018
Experienced in onsite process mapping, training, and leading initiatives while leveraging formal problem-solving and process improvement tools
Oversaw creating, designing, testing, and implementing DSD planning solutions in SAP
Orchestrated or updated documentation in planning process
Delivered technical advice for business partners to teach and validate functionality
Provided project management support for multiple work streams within HR, including technology, people, policy, and process
Facilitated the delivery of training on process and solution design to all levels of the organization
Upheld sustainability of processes and reduced the business continuity risks
Augmented intellectual capital through training, rewarding, and retaining the best of the best
Developed a collaborative work environment for employees at all levels in the business to minimize waste, improve sustainability of process utilization and overall effectiveness of the DSD planning processes within the CONA operating environment as well as constantly reduce costs
Carried out inclusive data analysis in production and Testing SAP
Executed robust methodology and continuously supervised change management activities
Maximized productivity of workforce via technology enablement, process improvement, and identification of best practices
Comprehended system capabilities and process limitations through working cross-functionally across process areas
Central Planning Manager
COCA-COLA
03.2014 - 03.2016
Supply Chain Planning Manager in Vending
Superintended the Vending Planning team by setting up the function’s core capabilities, executing all planning processes consistently, collaborating with business partners in development and alignment of strategies, workforce and offering superior customer service while driving toward positive business results
Boosted core competences of the planning centers by regular IDP and performance review and management
Formulated and instigated Vending Planning processes for the West Region
Leveraged Vend planning system to make sure integrity and application of standard processes
Acted as direct leader of 50 strategic and tactical analysts
Accomplished annual operating income through proactively creating and leading robust workforce strategy
Spearheaded and completed projects within time and budgetary constraints
Improved vending machine fill rate by 45% in the first year of appointment
Merchandising Planning Analyst
COCA-COLA
10.2009 - 09.2011
Performed as a resource and SME for merchandising business partners to align strategies while providing exceptional customer service and obtaining positive business results through sourcing spectacular opportunities for continuous improvement
Worked collaboratively with cross-functional professionals on ad-hoc and special projects
Orchestrated and utilized reports to abet in driving CI and help to improve efficiencies
Supported MORP reviews for the Michigan and Western PA MU’s
Administered team activities as well as assisted as a events coordinator with focus on broadening business networking
Bettered merchandising workforce hours by 8% for Great Lakes Market Unit
Delivered on monthly, quarterly and seasonal supply chain project
Merchandising Supervisor - Supply Chain
COCA-COLA
10.2009 - 09.2011
Monitored the merchandising of home market customers
Participated actively in staffing, training, evaluating, and building team members
Organized the daily merchandiser activities
Focused on scheduling team members with goal to meet the demands of the forecast and sales activities within labor and OPEX budget
Identified and fulfilled OSHA safety training requirements
Partaken in constant supervision of outlet merchandising standards and execution
Accomplished improvement %15 YOY in labor costs; reduced customer issues by %63; Improved CPH (efficiency) by %10; and minimized work group safety incident rates by %35 YOY
Conducted inclusive quarterly AMP audits to ensure timecard compliance and accuracy; reviewed KRONOS on daily/weekly basis
Liaised with sales, distribution, merchandising planning, and external customers to accelerate business growth
Operations Manager - Supply Chain
COCA-COLA
06.2007 - 10.2009
Appeared as a point of contact between the distribution center and the sales; achieved annual OPEX budget
Controlled the OPEX of the warehouse, merchandising, maintenance, and distribution for 2 D
C’s
Attained desired internal audit results by O.E execution and implementation
Recognized as a change management lead with OFS, warehouse re-organization, and CE/OE initiatives
Created subordinates through education, training, and cross-functional team work
Confirmed effective administration of collective bargaining agreements and resolution of employee grievances in a timely manner
Renegotiated existing vendor contracts and successfully saved $45,000.00 in maintenance expenses
Mitigated losses and enhanced production efficiencies through organizing and improving pick floor flow
Operations Manager
Fedex Express
05.2003 - 06.2007
Responsible for on-time performance
Responsible for all hiring, orientation, training, coaching and performance management of drivers, package handlers and customer service agents
Responsible for ensuring compliance of all DOT, FAA, HAZMAT, OSHA, internal / external, Federal and State regulations
Received multiple station annual “MVP” awards for safety and efficiency improvements as well as was in the top 5% nationally with my employee S.F.A (survey feedback action) results, 4 years in a row
Education
Bachelor of Science, Management (BSM) - Business Administration And Management