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Jason Sweat

Dallas

Summary

Skilled Branch Director at All Things Outdoors, LLC, with expertise in inventory control and business relationship management, as well as daily working with the procurement to assure of competitive pricing, quality materials, as well as timeliness of necessary materials to install projects. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering customer loyalty, while being the Sales Manager, Branch Director, as well as being the lead consultant for a sister company, WayMaker Construction Group, LLC, and handling procurement, working with local municipalities, on possible land purchases, negotiating contracts for WayMaker, along with being the Branch Manager at All Things Outdoors. Skilled in cost data analysis and proactive team leadership, driving significant improvements in departmental compliance and employee performance.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

All Things Outdoors, LLC
06.2020 - Current
  • Verified parts and materials through audit inspections and independent checks.
  • Handled procurement processes, daily procurement tasks and analysis, along with tracking job tickets to ensure proper purchasing within prices agreed upon. Negotiated pricing on a regular basis with vendors, along with post-job analysis to ensure quality of material along with timeliness of deliveries as a part of the procurement process
  • Implemented a brand new procurement process using specific job order purchase orders, entering job tickets into job specific purchase orders, as well as daily updates on job costing
  • Monitored processes and procedures, verifying department compliance within company policies
  • Established lasting relationships with customers through effective relationship skills and ability to relate to people.
  • Supported all employees by answering questions and providing one-on-one mentoring, while also providing and overseeing continuing education
  • Maintained scheduling for main branch to keep shifts appropriately staffed.
  • Performed routine closings, maintained clean, accurate and accessible records and kept close eye on transaction updates throughout each quarter.
  • Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
  • 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.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.

Business Owner/Operator

Grace Pest Management, Inc.
01.2006 - 02.2020
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
  • Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over inquiries.
  • Served as principal stakeholder over organization's complete operations.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Established a loyal customer base through targeted marketing campaigns, referral programs, and personalized customer experiences.
  • Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged employee retention, professional development opportunities, and open communication channels.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying informed on industry standards and maintaining accurate documentation for yearly mandatory audits by the State Of Georgia
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.

Branch Manager & Sales

Holland Pest Control
02.1994 - 01.2006
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Increased revenue from $45,000.00 annually to over $1,500,000.00 annually in a four year span
  • Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
  • Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
  • Assessed expansion plans and presented costs to forecast trends and recommend changes.
  • Expanded territory by negotiating beneficial deals for principle product sales, distribution and service.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.
  • Customer retention was 87% in a highly competitive industry, due to ability to relate to others, as well as having a good sense of other's needs, wants, and helping use the information given to ensure the best end result for the customer

Sort Aisle Supervisor

United Parcel Service, UPS
01.1993 - 05.1994
  • Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
  • Weighed packages and calculated costs based on classification, weight and destination.
  • Distributed packages to residences and businesses, delivering to minimum numbers of customers per shift using conveyor belt system, along with zip code system unloading of trucks and trailers.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Attached identification materials to packages and envelopes for delivery tracking and sorting.

Education

Associate's Degree -

Gwinnett College - Sandy Springs
Atlanta, GA
06.2006

High School Diploma -

Paulding County High School
Dallas, GA
06.1992

Skills

  • Inventory Control Processes
  • Prioritizing and Planning
  • Procurement Supervision & Analysis
  • Cost Data Analysis
  • Public Speaking
  • Business Relationship Management
  • Customer Service
  • Proactive and Focused
  • Driven to succeed

Accomplishments

  • Improved employee satisfaction and reduced turnover by 67% and grew overall gross from $2.1 million to $8.5 million in less than three years, with no previous experience within this related field
  • Repeatedly received recognition from superiors for excellence in service, as well as improving customer satisfaction to record levels
  • Implemented new quality assurance procedures to maximize customer satisfaction and loyalty, while helping obtain over 90% of current customer base from 2022-2025
  • Supervised team of over 55 staff members in multiple divisions
  • Was in charge of 11 total crews daily, as well as overseeing procurement, profit & loss runs, and job closeouts with each individual project manager
  • Employee retention went from under 30% in 2020 to over 85% in 2025 due to company culture being overhauled, as well as Jason's ability to build a good team of great people
  • While balancing work life, and personal life, Jason was the President of a Nationally Recognized Girls Fastpitch Organization, that went from a top 1000 program to a top 20 program in the country, winning it's first national championship, then adding 10 more titles. Over 600 girls went on to play in college while playing for Atlanta Premier Fastpitch, from 2017-2023
  • Obtained a Certified Operator License in 2006 by the state of Georgia in the pest control industry and was President of the West Georgia chapter of the GPCA
  • Active member of the NFCA and fostered relationships with well over 200 current college softball coaches, while helping foster the game into one of the most popular sports in the country within a ten year period
  • Helped raise an African-American son who is now playing football at Marshall University and he graduated a year early from Cal-Berkeley
  • Daughter became the only 3 time All State Softball player in county history and is going to attend Berry College with full financial assistance as well as multiple NIL deals
  • Bryce Sweat, the oldest child, became the youngest on-field football coach in Georgia history at age 18. He is now working at one of the top programs in the state as the linebackers coach and is a junior in college, at age 21
  • Has helped underprivileged children since 1994, at age 20, fostering many relationships and helping kids obtain college scholarships in football, basketball, and softball

Timeline

General Manager

All Things Outdoors, LLC
06.2020 - Current

Business Owner/Operator

Grace Pest Management, Inc.
01.2006 - 02.2020

Branch Manager & Sales

Holland Pest Control
02.1994 - 01.2006

Sort Aisle Supervisor

United Parcel Service, UPS
01.1993 - 05.1994

Associate's Degree -

Gwinnett College - Sandy Springs

High School Diploma -

Paulding County High School

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