James Petitjean
Green Bay,WI
Summary
Experienced professional with a successful career in finance, project management, business development, and administration. Excel at interfacing with others at all levels to ensure organizational goals are attained. Possess excellent interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills. Excel within highly competitive environments where leadership skills are the keys to success. An effective manager with the skills necessary to direct, train, and motivate staff to its fullest potential. Monitor activities and oversee responsible parties involved in fiscal management process involving modifications, budget proposals, finance variance reporting and budget related documents.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Asst Retail General Manager
Oneida Retail
08.2024 - Current
- Developed strategies for retail categories for products.
- Implemented loss prevention measures to reduce shrinkage rates significantly.
- Achieved sales targets consistently by motivating staff and setting attainable goals.
- Oversaw financial aspects of the business including budgeting, forecasting, expense management, and profit analysis.
- Streamlined operations by identifying areas for improvement and implementing new processes.
Business Analyst
Oneida Retail
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Prepare reports for the Retail General manager
- Developed yearly operating budgets. Monitored budgets in the amount of $75 million annually. This including capital expenditures, sales and profit margins.
- Improved business processes by analyzing current practices and recommending optimization strategies. This was in alignment with the
- Performed request for proposal which included 3rd party vendor for Retail expansion plans and cigar warehouse. Developed ROI in alignment with the tribal CFO.
- Developed business plans for EEE and 3 potential future stores.
Interim Retail General Manager
Oneida Retail
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with other departments to maximize efficiency in store operations and customer experience.
- Launched successful marketing campaigns that increased brand awareness in the community.
- Monitored gross profit margins under the categories of fuel, convenience, cigarettes and tobacco.
Retail General Manager
Oneida Retail
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed inventory levels efficiently, ensuring optimal stock availability for customers.
- Launched successful marketing campaigns that increased brand awareness in the community.
- Reduced employee turnover by providing comprehensive training and fostering a positive work culture.
- Provided exceptional support during company-wide transitions or expansions.
Agent-Thornberry Creek Golf Course
Oneida Nation
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Developed KPI for rounds of golf per day with the General Manager
- Secured and signed off on PPP Loan at Bay Bank during covid with the General Manager
- Developed a business plan with Kemper Sports that include Key Performance Indicator and Marketing Plan.
- Reported to the Oneida Business Committee on golf performance
- Oversaw the contract with Kemper Sports and the General Manager
Community Development Area Manager
Oneida Nation
11.2016 - 04.2020
- Research and recommend department goals and aligned to the budgets.
- Developed Department assessments, quarterly and annual reports to BC
- Supervise development staff
- Provide reports to Community and Economic Development director
- Directed and managed areas of Zoning, planning, GIS and engineering
- Budget, planned and monitored activities in zoning, planning, economic development and engineering
- Developed Community Development Plans every 5 years.
- Merged the CIP process in alignment with the planning process and prioritized project.
Interim Asst. Development Division Director
Oneida Nation
05.2015 - 11.2016
- Conduct duties as Senior Financial Analyst in development division
- Oversaw the tribal transportation program along with $5 million in grant dollars
- Supervised Engineering, Zoning, GIS and Planning Director
- Oversaw the CIP Process
Senior Financial Analyst
Oneida Nation
03.2008 - 05.2015
- Coordinate operational budget with department managers.
- Coordinate divisional financial, collect budget data and assist in quarterly, semiannual and other financial reports
- Analyze existing and proposed administrative policy for monthly analysis and trends.
- Prepare and present reports with recommendation and appropriate justification.
- Plan and perform economic and financial analysis including: forecasting, revenue projections, capital expenditures, financing alternatives, rate analysis and cost benefit analysis.
- Conduct broad financial analysis of tribal operations and determine optimal funding.
Project Manager – Senior Management
Oneida Bingo And Casino
01.2000 - 01.2008
- Manage multimillion dollar projects as directed by the Gaming General Manager to include a half billion dollar proposed gaming expansion
- Report to Gaming Senior Management on expansion projects.
- Responsible and accountable for coordination of several projects directed toward strategic business and other organizational activities.
- Maintain continuous alignment of program scope with strategic business objectives, and make recommendations to modify the program to enhance effectiveness toward the business result or strategic intent.
- Completed Mason Street Casino in all 3 Phases in time and on budget.
- Create project management process to oversee all aspects of gaming projects.
- Implementation and development of budgets approved by Gaming Senior Management as related to yearly gaming projects.
- Completed major floor, slots, incorporated high stakes, and lounge 2 weeks ahead of schedule.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
St Norbert College
De Pere, WI05.1996
Project Management Certification - undefined
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
Green Bay, WIMasters of Business Administration - undefined
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2015
Skills
- Store operations
- Performance analysis
- Team player
- Time management
Certification
- 20 Years experience on AS/400 Module
- Project Management Certification at Masters Degree Level
Timeline
Interim Asst Retail General Manager
Oneida Retail
08.2024 - Current
Business Analyst
Oneida Retail
02.2022 - 08.2024
Interim Retail General Manager
Oneida Retail
10.2021 - 02.2022
Retail General Manager
Oneida Retail
03.2021 - 10.2021
Agent-Thornberry Creek Golf Course
Oneida Nation
01.2021 - 10.2021
Community Development Area Manager
Oneida Nation
11.2016 - 04.2020
Interim Asst. Development Division Director
Oneida Nation
05.2015 - 11.2016
Senior Financial Analyst
Oneida Nation
03.2008 - 05.2015
Project Manager – Senior Management
Oneida Bingo And Casino
01.2000 - 01.2008
Project Management Certification - undefined
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
Masters of Business Administration - undefined
Capella University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
St Norbert College
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