James L. Maravich
Cranberry Township,PA
Summary
Business executive with extensive experience in operational excellence and talent development. Proven expertise in credit and collections, P&L management, cash flow optimization, and multi-unit management. Skilled in KPI development and team leadership, consistently exceeding performance targets.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Administrative Services
Beemac, Inc.
Ambridge, PA
11.2022 - 02.2026
- Led company-wide administrative departments which included Credit, Collections, Settlements, Carrier Payables, and Cash Applications, of a $400MM trucking & logistics company
- Developed departmental leadership and aligned administrative strategy with company objectives to enhance overall effectiveness
- Established performance metrics for collection team to drive operational discipline enhance accountability, leading to improved collection results and lower DSO
- Standardized customer onboarding processes to ensure accurate billing and streamline client integration
District Manager
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Directed full operational performance across sales, installation, service, and customer support teams for the Greater Pittsburgh market
- Managed the Sales, Installation, and Service Managers, to achieve KPI targets
- Recruited, trained, and developed customer service and administrative staff
Regional Vice President
Populus Financial Group
06.2019 - 04.2022
- Oversaw 90 retail locations across 5 states (PA, OH, IN, MN, and MO)
- Led 255 associates, 7 District Managers, and 2 Regional Trainers
- Developed and executed a regional profitability plan focused on improving customer service, driving sales, and reducing losses which resulted in a $600k+ increase in profitability in its first year
- Consistently exceeded $20MM+ annual sales budget
- Controlled $13MM in expenses, managing below budget
- Developed District Managers to identify revenue and cost drivers, empowering them to train branch associates effectively
Regional Director of Operations
Purpose Financial
02.1999 - 06.2019
- Led multi-state operations with up to 150 locations, 10 District Managers, 2 regional trainers, and 375 store associates
- Managed sales budgets of $30MM-$55MM and expenses of $10MM-$30MM, consistently achieving financial targets
- Opened and scaled consumer financial offices across PA, OH, CA, NV, MT, and Canada (Manitoba & British Columbia)
- Ensured compliance with state and federal lending and collection regulations, safeguarding company operations
- Developed leadership pipeline through structured training and mentoring, resulting in 4 promotions to District Manager and Regional Director, and 1 to Zone Vice President
Divisional Director of Operations
Purpose Financial
05.1998 - 02.1999
- Directed operations across 13 locations in PA and OH, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Implemented performance improvement plans to drive sales, collections, and audit compliance, resulting in exceptional budgetary results and successful company audits
- Hired, trained, and developed 40+ team members to enhance team capabilities and support operational excellence
- Coached and developed a successor, preparing them for leadership role within the organization
Divisional Training Manager
Purpose Financial
03.1997 - 05.1998
- Managed lending office operations, focusing on growth, collections, and compliance to ensure smooth daily functioning
- Trained and onboarded 10+ new store managers for the Division
- Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback and assessments.
Credit & Collections Manager
PGT Trucking
11.1995 - 02.1997
- Led all credit and collection operations for a $55MM national trucking company
- Managed major national accounts including U.S. Steel, AK Steel, ATI, Nucor, ThyssenKrupp, and Timken
- Oversaw credit approvals and dispute resolution, enhancing payment performance
- Improved DSO while fostering strong customer relationships
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA01.1990
Skills
- Administrative Services
- Executive & Regional Operations Leadership
- P&L Ownership ($10MM-$55MM)
- Revenue Growth & Expense Control
- Strategic Planning
- Credit, Collections & Cash Flow Optimization
- KPI Development & Performance Management
- Talent Development, Coaching & Succession Planning
- Multi-State / Multi-Unit Management
Websites
Systems And Tools
- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- PeopleSoft, Paylocity HRMS
- McLeod TMS
- Dun & Bradstreet, Ansonia, and Moody's credit reporting
Timeline
Vice President of Administrative Services
Beemac, Inc.
11.2022 - 02.2026
District Manager
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning
04.2022 - 11.2022
Regional Vice President
Populus Financial Group
06.2019 - 04.2022
Regional Director of Operations
Purpose Financial
02.1999 - 06.2019
Divisional Director of Operations
Purpose Financial
05.1998 - 02.1999
Divisional Training Manager
Purpose Financial
03.1997 - 05.1998
Credit & Collections Manager
PGT Trucking
11.1995 - 02.1997
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Point Park University