JAMES GOREL
Business owner / Business Management
Bethlehem,Pennsylvania
Summary
Results-driven Employee with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations. Determined Employee with success boosting productivity and streamlining procedures for organizations. Focused on smoothly overseeing financial, personnel and operational facets. Expertly balanced targets with resources and optimized long-term success. Motivated business professional bringing 51 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members. Results-driven Employee with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations. Astute Business Owner experienced in operations management, competitive analysis and financial management. Demonstrated success in growth and innovation. Capitalized on new trends and technologies to boost business initiatives and reach sales objectives. Determined employeewith success boosting productivity and streamlining procedures for organizations. Focused on smoothly overseeing financial, personnel and operational facets. Expertly balanced targets with resources and optimized long-term success Determined Emploee with success boosting productivity and streamlining procedures for organizations. Focused on smoothly overseeing financial, personnel and operational facets. Expertly balanced targets with resources and optimized long-term success. Motivated business professional bringing 51years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members. Determined employee with success boosting productivity and streamlining procedures for organizations. Focused on smoothly overseeing financial, personnel and operational facets. Expertly balanced targets with resources and optimized long-term success. Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in Transportation and Retail Industry. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful team Motivated business professional bringing 51years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members. Results-driven employee bringing 51+ years of experience in Trucking and Retail operations. Focused on boosting team productivity and increasing profits by proactively managing and improving operations. Proficient in overseeing accounting, compliance and records management. Motivated business professional bringing 51 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Gorel Enterprises Inc.
11.1992 - Current
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Input income and expense details into database to track business finances and address variances.
- Achieved sales goals and increased revenue and profits through productive strategy development and organizational leadership.
- Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues.
- Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and services and to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Maintained updated knowledge of regulatory changes to adjust business operations accordingly.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets to view and order inventory.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Learned and remained updated on statutory requirements and regulations.
- Provided financial management through preparation of bank deposits and settlement of sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Used print strategies such as newspaper ads, business catalogs and marketing brochures to bring in and capture new customer business.
- Verified parts and materials through audit inspections and independent checks.
Director of Maintenance, Operations , Safety
Bass Transportation Company Inc.
10.1971 - 07.1992
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
- Served as primary backup to officer in charge with various responsibilities related to compliance, operations management, and staff supervision.
- Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
- Directed initiatives to achieve regulatory compliance, foster good manufacturing practices and meet component quality standards.
- Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe or ineffective practices.
- Planned and resourced personnel and logistics for operations component exercises resulting in highly trained personnel ready to act quickly in critical roles.
- Implemented safety training and traffic safety instructional courses which bolstered improvements in safety culture across personnel groups.
- Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, sales, finance, human resources, safety and compliance.
- Performed as safety consultant for Terminal managers to deliver expertise in safety criteria, technical directives and operational methods.
- Formulated processes to improve assistance to support groups, resulting in reduction of downtime and financial loss.
- Collaborated with process owners to refine procedures, devise best practices and correct quality audit findings.
- Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
- Investigated and resolved departmental non-conformances.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Designed programs, policies, and procedures that were implemented to reduce or eliminate workplace injuries and hazards.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Verified building areas were working optimally and kept clean.
- Established clear procedures for handling repairs, planning maintenance and completing building updates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dunellen High School
Dunellen , NJ06.1967
Skills
- Issue Resolution
- Risk Mitigation and Management
- Talent Allocation
- Change and Growth Management
- Staff Management
- Operational Analysis
- Integrity and Transparency
- Annual Planning
- Strategic Planning
- New Business Development
- Industry Expertise
- Negotiation and Persuasion
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Customer Service
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Leadership and People Development
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Process Improvement
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Executive Leadership
- Incident Response
- Employee Training
- Sales Planning
- Business Administration
- Customer Accounts Management
- Trend Analysis
- Quality Assurance
- Professional Networking
- Business Correspondence
- Sales Strategies
- Driven and Determined
- Corrective Actions
- Policy and Procedure Development
- Business Optimization
- Operations Start-Up
- Regulatory Compliance
- Business Management and Development
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Change Management
- Attention to Detail
- Business Presentations
- Departmental Coordination
- Approachable and Outgoing
- Clientele Management
- Proper Staffing
- Program Administration
- Systems Thinker
- Management Team Leadership
- Results Orientation
- Capital Expenditure Planning
- Compliance Requirements
- Balanced Work Ethic
- Service Delivery Oversight
- Contractor Management
- Resource Utilization
- Business Performance Improvement
- Job Assignments
- Expectation Management
- Equipment Management
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Special Assignments
- Constructive Feedback
- Systems Organization
- Sales Growth
- Inventory Control Processes
- Travel Itineraries
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
- Hazardous Chemicals
- People and Culture
Hobbies : History , Reading & Motorcycling
I enjoy all types of historical research into American and world History thru all ages via reading , viewing and travels . I also have been a auto and Motorcycle enthusiast since and early age and participate in these area's constantly .
Timeline
Business Owner
Gorel Enterprises Inc.
11.1992 - Current
Director of Maintenance, Operations , Safety
Bass Transportation Company Inc.
10.1971 - 07.1992
High School Diploma -
Dunellen High School
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