JAMES BLACHEWICZ
Sewell
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Branch Manager
Capitol Building Supply
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
- Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives to align branch objectives with corporate goals.
- Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.
- Monitored market trends to identify new business opportunities and capitalize on potential growth areas within the community or region served.
- Consulted customers to boost product sales and services.
Branch Manager
Universal Supply Company
06.2015 - 12.2021
- Managed a branch meeting a sales goal of over 26 million dollars annually.
- Managed and coordinated daily store activities. Resolved operating difficulties and implemented resolutions.
- Established operational goals. Developed work schedules to meet these goals. Ensured on time deliveries and job completion.
- Reviewed sales reports, production reports, department expenses, labor costs, employee attendance reports, and other reports to ensure proper operation.
- Monitored costs and established cost controls.
- Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, which resulted in a 3-8% increase in annual sales.
- Worked with customers as necessary to promote sales and help resolve issues. Followed up on customer complaints and assured mutually satisfactory outcomes.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. Formed a team, identified issues, analyzed data, came up with a strategic plan, an implemented the resolution company wide.
Fleet Manager
Universal Supply Company
06.2011 - 06.2015
- Reported carrier-performance metrics and monthly costs reports to executive team.
- Responsible for the maintenance for a fleet of over 70 trucks, trailers, and forklifts. Scheduled all quarterly maintenance and all roadside assistance.
- Worked to minimize repair and maintenance costs. Implemented a vehicle repair system resulting in over $700,000 in savings in a two year period.
- Drafted budgets, monitored warehouse costs and reduced expenses when possible.
- Achieved a 99.4% on-time shipment rate.
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
12.1993 - 12.1997
- Responsible for the training and equipment for a platoon of approximately 32 Marines.
- Trained, supervised and organized over 32 Marines and personnel.
- Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than 20 million dollars.
- Supported senior ranking officials in logistics decision making.
- Expert in tactical and technical guidance.
- Ensured mission success by effectively overseeing daily operations, personnel assignments, and equipment maintenance.
- Received numerous awards, medals, and accommodations.
- Honorably Discharged.
Education
Associate of Science - Accounting
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ2000
Skills
- Goal-oriented
- Relationship management
- Project management
- Analytical
- Verbal/written communication
- Goal attainment
- Business development expertise
- Reporting familiarity
- Strong team-builder
- Strategic planning
- Operations management
Timeline
Branch Manager
Capitol Building Supply
01.2022 - 01.2025
Branch Manager
Universal Supply Company
06.2015 - 12.2021
Fleet Manager
Universal Supply Company
06.2011 - 06.2015
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
12.1993 - 12.1997
Associate of Science - Accounting
Rowan University
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