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Jason Ehlert

Barrington,IL

Summary

Regional Operations Manager with 14 years of experience in leading start-up operations and multi-market expansions. Expertise in scaling operations, optimizing processes, and developing high-performing teams to drive growth. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and execute strategic expansion plans across various regions. Recognized for data-driven decision-making and aligning operations with business goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Director of Operations

Veho Technology
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - Current
  • Managed 13 sites across 2 regions, overseeing 150 to 300 reporting team members.
  • Established standard operating procedures to align cost and quality with business objectives.
  • Directed budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditures for optimized financial management.
  • Collaborated on software and tool design to streamline processes and improve performance.
  • Analyzed various data sources to identify trends and uncover cost-saving opportunities.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for regional operations.
  • Worked with management to set operational goals aligned with overall business strategy.
  • Conducted regular evaluations with senior management to assess progress on strategic objectives.

Director- Stores

Target
Chicago, IL
06.2013 - 01.2022
  • Increased revenue by $10 million over three years through operational refinements and enhanced sales practices.
  • Developed and promoted multiple leaders via effective mentoring, strengthening company’s leadership structure.
  • Turned around three underperforming locations by conducting performance analysis and restructuring operations.
  • Oversaw supply chain logistics to achieve a 40% reduction in supply issues and a 10% increase in sales.
  • Implemented company culture policies that improved workplace satisfaction and reduced turnover by 70%.
    Restructured replenishment policies to align with supply availability, minimizing incidents of open shelving.

Regional Food Business Manager

Target
Chicago, IL
09.2011 - 06.2013
  • Oversaw regional food operations across 40 stores, achieving annual sales exceeding $447 million.
  • Audited teams at multiple locations to identify improvement areas and develop training programs.
  • Implemented strategies to mitigate food-related risks, enhancing sanitization and stock turnover efficiency.
  • Established vendor relationships that reduced supply issues by 45%, ensuring product availability.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Law/Justice

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05-2006

Skills

  • Budgeting
  • Data analysis
  • Process improvement
  • Supply chain management
  • Project management
  • Operational efficiency
  • Performance management
  • Strategic planning and execution

Websites

Timeline

Regional Director of Operations

Veho Technology
01.2022 - Current

Director- Stores

Target
06.2013 - 01.2022

Regional Food Business Manager

Target
09.2011 - 06.2013

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Law/Justice

Michigan State University

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