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JEREMY FLANAGAN

Summary

Detail-oriented and results-driven professional with over 10 years of management experience in overseeing operations, cost management, and resource optimization. Skilled in budget forecasting, financial analysis, and collaborating across teams to drive cost-effective solutions. Expertise in project management, inventory control, and process improvement, with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet financial objectives. Committed to fostering continuous improvement and maximizing operational efficiency.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandising Manager

Pepsico
03.2019 - Current
  • Managed daily operations and cost control efforts for inventory, aligning resources to meet financial objectives and budget forecasts.
  • Leading large teams (currently 100+ employees across the bay area) in identifying operational improvements, addressing cost gaps, and ensuring action plans were in place to meet performance goals.
  • Implemented cost-saving strategies by optimizing merchandising efforts and improving product placement to maximize profitability.
  • Supported financial oversight of inventory levels, analyzing trends to optimize purchasing and distribution.
  • Provided leadership in managing cross-functional teams and setting clear expectations for project outcomes.
  • Utilized data-driven decision-making to achieve cost-effectiveness while maintaining high-quality standards.

PreSell Representative LF Bay Market

PepsiCo
05.2018 - 03.2019
  • Managed accounts and promoted new products, achieving sales growth through effective financial and product placement strategies.
  • Utilized sales data and market insights to forecast demand and inform purchasing decisions.
  • Worked closely with customers and internal teams to track and manage inventory, ensuring timely product delivery and cost control.

General Manager

CVS/Pharmacy
08.2017 - 05.2018
  • Oversaw store operations, ensuring compliance with financial targets, inventory levels, and cost controls.
  • Managed budgeting processes, financial records, and payroll while ensuring proper allocation of resources to meet operational needs.
  • Led performance management processes and supported career development for staff, focusing on improving operational efficiency and reducing costs.
  • Applied problem-solving skills to resolve financial discrepancies and ensure proper cost management.

Operations Manager

Staples
12.2015 - 08.2017
  • Supported procurement and financial oversight for in-store inventory and store supply management, ensuring alignment with cost management goals.
  • Managed daily operations and financial activities, implementing best practices for cost reduction and resource optimization.
  • Contributed to customer satisfaction initiatives, improving store metrics and efficiency through data analysis and process improvements.
  • Coordinated and delegated tasks to staff, ensuring productivity while maintaining financial integrity in store operations.

High School Baseball Coach

San Lorenzo High School
01.2010 - 07.2016
  • Works with student athletes to improve personal and teamwork skills.
  • Provides guidance and encouragement to help students profit from their participation
  • Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs and services.

Behavioral Health Counselor

East Bay Agency for Children
03.2010 - 11.2015
  • Counseling emotionally disturbed teenage youth in an educational environment and help provide individual, group and family therapy and monitoring, instruction and recreational activities, parental support and crisis management.
  • Collaborated with teams, departments, clients to ensure the delivery of efficient, high-quality service.

Pitcher

Tampa Bay Rays
03.2004 - 06.2009
  • Pitched professionally for the Tampa Bay Rays.

Pitcher

Chicago Cubs
06.2000 - 06.2003
  • I was drafted out of high school to play professional baseball and pitch for the Chicago Cubs.

Education

Bachelors - Psychology

University of Phoenix
Phoenix
2014

Associate of Science - Criminal Psychology

Axia College
Phoenix, AZ
2010

Skills

  • Financial Analysis & Cost Management
  • Budget Forecasting & Cost Optimization
  • Project Management & Scheduling
  • MS Excel (Advanced)
  • KPI & Performance Metrics Analysis
  • Proposal Preparation & Estimating
  • Procurement & Equipment Billing
  • Time Management & Timesheet Verification
  • Cross-functional Team Collaboration
  • Process Improvement & Efficiency

Timeline

Merchandising Manager

Pepsico
03.2019 - Current

PreSell Representative LF Bay Market

PepsiCo
05.2018 - 03.2019

General Manager

CVS/Pharmacy
08.2017 - 05.2018

Operations Manager

Staples
12.2015 - 08.2017

Behavioral Health Counselor

East Bay Agency for Children
03.2010 - 11.2015

High School Baseball Coach

San Lorenzo High School
01.2010 - 07.2016

Pitcher

Tampa Bay Rays
03.2004 - 06.2009

Pitcher

Chicago Cubs
06.2000 - 06.2003

Bachelors - Psychology

University of Phoenix

Associate of Science - Criminal Psychology

Axia College
JEREMY FLANAGAN