Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Qualifications
GeneralManager

James Teague

Mobile,AL

Summary

Dynamic leader with expertise in operations management, team building, and strategic initiatives. Proven ability to drive profitability and enhance customer satisfaction through effective problem resolution and budget management.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Tradebe Environmental Services/Aaron Oil Company
Mobile, AL
01.2025 - Current
  • Directed daily operations to optimize efficiency and compliance with industry regulations.
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance operational performance across service lines.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution and customer satisfaction.
  • Analyzed operational data to identify trends, improving workflow processes and reducing downtime.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to align departmental goals with organizational objectives.
  • Oversaw budget management, ensuring resource allocation aligned with operational needs and priorities.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.

Vice President Marine Operations

Vertex Energy
Mobile, AL
04.2021 - 01.2025
  • Led cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives aligned with corporate goals.
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Oversaw budget management, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and financial targets.
  • Fostered stakeholder engagement through effective communication and relationship-building practices.
  • Implemented performance metrics for continuous improvement of processes and outcomes.
  • Mentored junior staff, promoting professional development and knowledge transfer within the team.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to shape long-term vision and business strategy initiatives.
  • Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
  • Managed financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing return on investments.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.

Vice President-General Mnager

Aaron Oil Company/Tradebe
Saraland, AL
07.1997 - 04.2021

Started out as a driver,And finished career as as share holder ownership of the company until it was sold to Tradebe in 2018.

  • Developed and executed long-term business strategies aligned with organizational goals.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to optimize supply chain logistics and reduce turnaround times.
  • Facilitated organizational change by promoting innovative solutions and best practices in operations.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
  • Enhanced company profitability by implementing strategic business plans and optimizing operational processes.
  • Transformed customer experience by designing and executing comprehensive service improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing satisfaction levels.
  • Increased company growth through collaboration with sales and marketing departments.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance at all times by implementing robust internal controls systems coupled with proactive monitoring mechanisms.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Troy University
Troy, Alabama, AL
05-1990

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem resolution
  • Operations management
  • Team player
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Effective leader
  • Time management
  • Customer relations
  • Training and development
  • Staff training
  • Inventory control
  • Customer relationship management
  • Goal setting
  • Employee scheduling
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Administrative skills
  • P&L management
  • Motivation
  • Staff motivation
  • Labor cost controls
  • Process improvements

Timeline

General Manager

Tradebe Environmental Services/Aaron Oil Company
01.2025 - Current

Vice President Marine Operations

Vertex Energy
04.2021 - 01.2025

Vice President-General Mnager

Aaron Oil Company/Tradebe
07.1997 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Troy University

Qualifications

Managed Pipeline and Tank cleaning and maintenance.

Managed Rail Car Loading and unloading and cleaning.

Managed Tug and Barge Operations loading  and unloading and cleaning.

Managed and Scheduled Tanker Ships loading and unloading.

Managed Truck Tankers loading and unloading and daily scheduling.

I have worked in the Oil and Gas Industry since 1997 in all areas and products related to the business.

I have a commercial drivers license and have driven part of my career.

James Teague