Jim Warneke
District Operations Manager
Columbiana,OH
Summary
Dynamic Sales and Operations Leader with over 30 years of proven experience in driving performance across multi-site retail, commercial operations, insurance sales, and service management. Specialized in business growth and profitability enhancement, with a strong emphasis on customer relationship management and team development. Known for strategic planning capabilities that yield actionable results and operational improvements. Committed to fostering collaboration and adaptability to navigate evolving market challenges.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
District Manager
Advance Auto Parts
08.2018 - 01.2025
- Oversaw district operations, ensuring adherence to company policies and industry standards.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance team performance and product knowledge.
- Led multi-site retail and commercial operations
- Drove sales growth and profitability
- Built strong customer relationships
- Excelled in operational execution, inventory control, and strategic planning
Agency Owner & Principal
Allstate Insurance - Warneke Agency
03.2005 - 08.2018
- Achieved sales and retention targets through consultative selling and relationship building
- Managed all aspects of agency operations, including staff recruitment and marketing
- Delivered exceptional customer service and built a robust referral network
- Developed comprehensive insurance plans tailored to client needs and risk profiles.
- Managed day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
Area Branch Manager
Stanley Access Technologies
10.2003 - 03.2005
- Directed branch operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational efficiency.
- Mentored team members, fostering professional development and enhancing performance standards.
- Oversaw branch P&L, budgets, and inventory for financial performance
- Managed personnel, compliance, safety, and technician training
- Directed on-site service teams and coordinated fleet management
District Service Manager
ADT Security Services
01.1993 - 10.2003
- Led installation teams, coordinated resources, and ensured high standards of quality
- Directed operational strategies to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Mentored and developed service teams to improve performance and efficiency.
- Trained and developed teams, focusing on customer satisfaction and operational efficiency
- Communicated policies and procedures effectively
Control Systems Application Engineer
Robertshaw Controls
01.1989 - 01.1993
- Created and designed control systems, including the development of control algorithms, software programming, and detailed engineering drawings.
- Oversaw installation teams, coordinated resources, and ensured high standards of quality
- Experienced with electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and computer controlled automation systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Engineering, Business Administration
ITT Technical Institute
Youngstown, OH01.1989
Skills
- Client-focused service excellence
- Leadership and mentoring
- Operations oversight
- Strategic planning
- Business growth initiatives
- Organizational efficiency
- Team management
- Recruitment expertise
- Project coordination
- Verbal and written communication
- Asset management
- Regulatory compliance
- Analytical problem-solving
- Technical proficiency
- Team leadership
- Sales strategy
- Operational management
Timeline
District Manager
Advance Auto Parts
08.2018 - 01.2025
Agency Owner & Principal
Allstate Insurance - Warneke Agency
03.2005 - 08.2018
Area Branch Manager
Stanley Access Technologies
10.2003 - 03.2005
District Service Manager
ADT Security Services
01.1993 - 10.2003
Control Systems Application Engineer
Robertshaw Controls
01.1989 - 01.1993
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Engineering, Business Administration
ITT Technical Institute