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Education
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Work Availability
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Jennifer Keller

Jennifer Keller

Summary

Serviced-focused General Manager dedicated to delivering positive customer experiences to promote loyalty and repeat business. Orchestrates optimal resource utilization to handle expected operational needs. Sales leader with sound judgment, good planning abilities and interpersonal communication strengths. Customer-oriented General Manager with 20 years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Roadrunner
10.2014 - 09.2016
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance across all departments.
  • Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/costs associated with excess product storage.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.

Asst. Account Receivable Supervisor

Ferguson Enterprises LLC
07.1999 - 10.2004
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
  • Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures, leading to an overall increase in effectiveness.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.

General Manager

KFC Restaurant
10.1988 - 11.1997
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance across all departments.
  • Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
  • Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.

Education

Associate of Business Administration - Accounting And Business Management

Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA
12.2003

Skills

  • Account Management
  • Process Automation
  • Quality Management
  • Distribution Management
  • Schedule Management
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Operations Oversight
  • Loss Prevention
  • Program Administration
  • Staff Supervision
  • Workflow Planning
  • Customer Retention
  • Employee Development
  • Recruitment
  • Administrative Skills
  • Total Quality Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Team Leadership
  • Team training and development
  • Staff Motivation
  • Performance Improvements
  • Client Relations
  • Exceptional interpersonal communication
  • Succession Planning
  • Labor Cost Controls
  • Cost analysis and savings
  • Data review
  • Staffing
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Effective leader
  • Team Player
  • Operations Management

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervision - Supervised sales team to monitor sales activity and goal achievement.
  • Staffing - Worked directly with Human Resources to streamline hiring and onboarding process.
  • Supervised team of 10-20 staff members.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

Hybrid

Important To Me

Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefits401k matchPaid time off4-day work weekTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hoursWork from home optionStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPersonal development programs

Software

All Micro Office Software

Timeline

General Manager

Roadrunner
10.2014 - 09.2016

Asst. Account Receivable Supervisor

Ferguson Enterprises LLC
07.1999 - 10.2004

General Manager

KFC Restaurant
10.1988 - 11.1997

Associate of Business Administration - Accounting And Business Management

Thomas Nelson Community College
Jennifer Keller