Jana Candiff
Corona,CA
Summary
Seasoned Director with background in strategic planning, team leadership, and performance optimization. Known for driving company growth by developing efficient operational strategies and fostering professional relationships. Demonstrated abilities in problem solving, decision making, and communication skills to influence key stakeholders. Proven record of delivering innovative solutions and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Director Of Administrative Operations
Top Shelf Packaging, Inc.
Cerritos, CA
07.2019 - Current
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
- Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
Account Manager
Top Shelf Packaging, Inc.
Cerritos, CA
09.2011 - 07.2019
- Developed successful customer relationships to boost sales opportunities.
- Provided product training and support to clients, enhancing their understanding and utilization of the company's offerings.
- Maintained an in-depth knowledge of industry trends, competitors, and market conditions to provide strategic advice to clients.
- Prepared monthly financial statements for each account.
- Drafted proposals outlining services, costs, and benefits for prospective customers.
Buyer
Top Shelf Sports
Cerritos, CA
09.2005 - 09.2011
- Reviewed purchase orders, contracts and invoices to ensure accuracy.
- Developed relationships with vendors to secure better prices and payment terms.
- Researched potential new suppliers in order to find the best value for goods and services.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure availability of products for customers.
- Coordinated activities between departments such as sales, engineering, finance and logistics.
- Created reports on supplier performance metrics such as quality, delivery times and cost savings initiatives.
Import and Export Coordinator
Keystone Automotive Industries
Pomona
02.2004 - 09.2005
- Processed documents including bills of lading, invoices, and other import and export related paperwork.
- Assisted customers with any questions or concerns that arose during the import and export process.
- Collaborated with internal departments such as purchasing, accounting, logistics. in order to facilitate successful import and export operations.
- Reviewed supplier invoices against purchase orders to ensure accuracy prior to payment processing.
Skills
- Project Management
- Human Resources Management
- Financial Management
- Business Administration
- Logistics Management
- Staff Development
- Contract and Vendor Management
- Verbal and written communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director Of Administrative Operations
Top Shelf Packaging, Inc.
07.2019 - Current
Account Manager
Top Shelf Packaging, Inc.
09.2011 - 07.2019
Buyer
Top Shelf Sports
09.2005 - 09.2011
Import and Export Coordinator
Keystone Automotive Industries
02.2004 - 09.2005