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Jason Lyons

Dayton

Summary

Dynamic operations manager with proven expertise at Rocky's Ace Hardware, excelling in crisis management and strategic planning. Spearheaded security enhancements, resulting in a significant reduction in theft incidents. Adept at employee training and performance evaluation, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager of Operations

Rocky's Ace Hardware
Centerville
10.2005 - Current
  • Management and implementation of physical security measures within this 23,000 sq. ft. store. Established, maintained, and enforced organizational standards of performance, quality, and safety compliance.
  • Work with local law enforcement to identify shoplifters, and provide the necessary documentation and video evidence for prosecution.
  • Train store employees on current shoplifting protocols.
  • District trainer for Operations and Security.
  • Write and maintain a log of incident reports.
  • Drive improvements in store security through strategic recommendations to leadership.
  • Established, maintained, and enforced organizational standards of performance, quality, and safety compliance.
  • Monitored team progress toward achieving milestones.
  • Hired and onboarded team members to meet demand.
  • Coordinated training sessions for new employees regarding company policies, procedures, as well as job roles, and responsibilities associated with their positions.
  • Led crisis management efforts, quickly resolving operational disruptions with minimal impact.
  • Created business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
  • Coordinated financial activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
  • Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock to meet demand.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees.
  • Maintained effective communication between staff members by providing guidance on tasks and projects.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Analyzed data to identify trends in customer service issues, financials, and staffing needs.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and maintained high standards of operational excellence.
  • Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
  • Conducted regular audits of employee performance and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
  • Managed team of XX employees, conducting performance evaluations and facilitating professional development.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, and partners.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering

Rets Tech Center
Dayton
06-1990

Skills

  • Operational management
  • Safety compliance
  • Crisis management
  • Inventory management
  • Incident reporting
  • Performance evaluation
  • Financial analysis
  • Strategic planning
  • Relationship management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Effective communication
  • Employee training
  • Continuous improvement
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Business leadership
  • Supervision and training
  • Business strategy
  • Payroll administration and timekeeping
  • Problem-solving
  • Business management
  • Workflow optimization
  • Profit and loss accountability
  • Operational efficiency
  • Staff hiring
  • Vendor sourcing
  • Operations management
  • Project planning and development
  • Documentation and reporting

Accomplishments

  • Received Pinacle status of excellence for two different stores.

Timeline

Manager of Operations

Rocky's Ace Hardware
10.2005 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering

Rets Tech Center