Jonathan C. Jarvis
Woodridge,IL
Summary
Accomplished business executive with over 10 years of experience in operations management, resource optimization, and strategic planning. Demonstrated expertise in analyzing complex data, driving cost reductions, and improving performance metrics. Strong leadership abilities with a track record of enhancing organizational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing diverse teams to achieve business objectives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Speedway Loans Inc.
Gurnee, IL
11.2021 - Current
- Lead company-wide initiatives to optimize operations, streamline workflows, and improve overall business performance.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management to ensure organizational profitability and long-term sustainability.
- Implement strategies to enhance productivity and efficiency across multiple departments.
- Supervise reporting processes, providing accurate and timely insights to support informed decision-making.
- Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
- Collaborated with staff members to ensure operational efficiency of the organization.
- Created a marketing plan to increase awareness of the organization's activities in the community.
- Managed personnel issues including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluation, and termination.
- Oversaw daily administrative tasks such as payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable management.
- Adopted innovative technologies to optimize workflows
Vice President of Operations
Etechnologies
Northbrook, USA
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Directed operational functions, managing team performance, resource allocation, and process improvements.
- Designed and implemented tools to improve data accuracy and reporting capabilities.
- Identified and executed process improvements, leading to increased operational efficiency and reduced costs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align operational efforts with business goals.
- Led compliance initiatives, ensuring all practices adhered to industry regulations and internal standards.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for the operations department.
- Reviewed financial statements for accuracy and completeness prior to submitting them for approval by executive leadership team members.
- Identified opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiencies across all areas of operations.
- Oversaw the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to operational activities.
- Collaborated with other departments in order to achieve organizational goals.
Sales Director
Jarvis Chemicals & Paper Co.
Medinah, USA
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Led sales operations, focusing on client acquisition and retention through strategic initiatives
- Managed day-to-day business operations, including inventory management, pricing, and customer relationship efforts
- Developed and implemented policies aimed at improving operational efficiency and profit margins
- Trained and mentored sales staff, enhancing overall team performance and driving company growth
- Conducted comprehensive analyses to optimize stock levels and minimize excess inventory
Purchasing, Detailing, & Auctioning Vehicles
Mancini Motors
Medinah, USA
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Managed vehicle purchasing, registration, and preparation for auctions
- Conducted market research to establish competitive pricing strategies
- Analyzed cost data to boost operational efficiency and eliminate unnecessary expenses
Skills
- Data Analysis & Modeling
- Budgeting & Resource Management
- Operations Analysis
- Cost Control
- Profitability Optimization
- Risk Mitigation
- Talent Recruitment
- Operations Oversight
- Regulatory Compliance
- Process Improvement
- Excel (Advanced)
- QuickBooks
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Risk Management & Compliance
Accomplishments
- Improved operational efficiency and reduced costs through strategic process optimization.
- Implemented a new reporting system that enhanced data accuracy and streamlined decision-making.
- Successfully led company-wide initiatives that resulted in increased profitability and organizational growth.
- Recognized for leadership in aligning business operations with strategic objectives and improving team performance.
Skills and technical expertise
- Data Analysis & Modeling
- Budgeting & Resource Management
- Operations Analysis
- Excel (Advanced), QuickBooks
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Risk Management & Compliance
Timeline
President
Speedway Loans Inc.
11.2021 - Current
Vice President of Operations
Etechnologies
01.2016 - 01.2021
Sales Director
Jarvis Chemicals & Paper Co.
01.2010 - 01.2016
Purchasing, Detailing, & Auctioning Vehicles
Mancini Motors
01.2008 - 01.2010