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Jeffrey Snell

Driftwood,PA

Summary

Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Terminal Manager

Student Transportation of America, STA
Emporium, PA
09.2017 - Current
  • Monitored budget and operating metrics to incorporate improvement processes to increase performance.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies needed at the terminal.
  • Hired, trained and supervised terminal personnel to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Hired and trained new employees on warehouse safety and company policies.
  • Initiated initial responses to emergencies involving transport personnel and resources, completed vehicle, and industrial accident reports and assisted in investigations as necessary.
  • Resolved conflicts between customers or other stakeholders in an efficient manner.
  • Identified opportunities to reduce cost and improve productivity.
  • Implemented strategies to optimize efficiency across all departments while minimizing costs.
  • Developed marketing plans designed to increase traffic at the terminal facility.
  • Communicated with dispatched personnel and drivers to ensure efficiency.
  • Supervised, hired, trained, evaluated, and motivated team of professionals and managed day-to-day activities of department.
  • Organized training programs for employees regarding safety protocols, customer service techniques.
  • Consistently met company and department objectives within budget and time constraints.
  • Updated and maintained databases with current information.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.

Owner/Operator

The Bear Den LLC
Driftwood, PA
03.2014 - 09.2018
  • Provided leadership support for team members through coaching and mentorship programs.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
  • Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
  • Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
  • Established pricing models that balanced competitiveness with profitability goals.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations throughout the facility.
  • Developed business plan and budget to maximize profitability.
  • Directed financial health of company by reviewing financial reports and statements to implement changes in operations resulting in greater profits.

Eastern Regional Sales Manager

Bayard Sales
Harrisburg, PA
06.2000 - 08.2012
  • Met regional sales objectives by developing and implementing promotion strategies, coordinating sales team and servicing key accounts to fortify business relationships.
  • Created incentives programs that increased sales by 25% over previous year's figures in the Eastern Region.
  • Supervised sales strategy, training, team structure, and communication of regional sales program.
  • Prospected, identified, and cultivated relationships with contacts to promote product lines and solutions.
  • Researched competitive products and pricing to ensure our offering was competitive in the market.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
  • Oversaw regional and local sales managers and staff.
  • Identified key accounts and developed relationships with executives in the Eastern Region.
  • Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
  • Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.

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Sales and Marketing Manager

Pennsylvania Correctional Industries
Camp Hill, PA
03.1995 - 06.2000
  • Facilitated improvement in sales outcomes by holding performance evaluations to assess team members' strengths and weaknesses and counsel on improvement strategies.
  • Established ambitious goals for employees to promote achievement and surpass business targets.
  • Managed a team of sales representatives by providing guidance, training, and support when needed.
  • Collaborated with product development teams to create new products that meet customer demands.
  • Oversaw regional and local sales managers and staff.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
  • Hired and motivated high-performing sales team.
  • Created and managed budgets for sales and marketing initiatives.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies while carrying out day-to-day activities.
  • Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
  • Improved profit margins by effectively managing expenses, budget and overhead, increasing closings and optimizing product turns.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Education

Psychology

Pennsylvania State University
Middletown, PA
05-1997

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Central Wyoming College
Riverton, WY
05-1985

Course Work - Psychology

Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA
06-1984

Skills

  • Budget management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Team leadership
  • Safety compliance
  • Operational efficiency
  • Conflict resolution
  • Manage operations
  • Transportation planning
  • Customer service management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Terminal Manager

Student Transportation of America, STA
09.2017 - Current

Owner/Operator

The Bear Den LLC
03.2014 - 09.2018

Eastern Regional Sales Manager

Bayard Sales
06.2000 - 08.2012

Sales and Marketing Manager

Pennsylvania Correctional Industries
03.1995 - 06.2000

Psychology

Pennsylvania State University

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Central Wyoming College

Course Work - Psychology

Harrisburg Area Community College
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