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Jennifer Kentish

Hartland,MI

Summary

Achieved years of results-oriented management skills with a broad experience in numerous roles within General Motors and Kohl's Department Store. A dedicated and loyal asset who can be relied upon to deliver high quality results. Highly skilled at setting goals, clarifying roles and process improvements to corporate procedures. Have the proven ability to communicate effectively and build consensus with diverse groups with adverse interests. Possess the outstanding ability to build and lead teams, establish rapport, and manage diversity. Have admirable written, presentation and negotiation skills. A proven leader who will succeed in any challenge.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Plant Business Planner

General Motors
11.2021 - Current
  • Support the Plant Executive Director and Assistant Plant Director
  • Attain daily schedule conformance
  • Coordinate OpEx methodologies
  • UAW-GM Joint Local Suggestion Administrator
  • Assist with budget and cost performance targets
  • Participate in the training of new employees
  • Employee Resource Group support
  • Regular contact with others outside of work groups
  • Actively identify new areas for learning and take advantage of learning opportunities

Plant Planner/Communications Lead

General Motors
03.2020 - 11.2021
  • Manage Plant Director and Assistant Plant Director schedule
  • Lead and Execute Staff Meetings
  • Coordinate Manufacturing Executive Director visits
  • Plant Visitor Tour Coordinator
  • OpEx/Suggestions Coordinator
  • Champion WSS Element 3.4 Communications
  • Single Point Contact for Plant business
  • Oversees all plant communications

GMS/Suggestions Coordinator

General Motors
07.1999 - 04.2017
  • Coach and Teach GMS Lean Principles
  • Internal GMS Auditor
  • UAW-GM Suggestion Administrator
  • Champion WSS Element 3.4 Communications
  • Oversees all plant communications

Assistant Store Manager of HR and Operations

Kohls Department Store
07.1999 - 04.2017
  • Payroll/Expense Management
  • Sales Management
  • E-Commerce Sales Management
  • Human Resource Development
  • Recruiting, Hiring, and Employee Development
  • Operations and Facilities Management
  • Inventory Controls and Management

Timeline

Plant Business Planner

General Motors
11.2021 - Current

Plant Planner/Communications Lead

General Motors
03.2020 - 11.2021

GMS/Suggestions Coordinator

General Motors
07.1999 - 04.2017

Assistant Store Manager of HR and Operations

Kohls Department Store
07.1999 - 04.2017
Jennifer Kentish