Jonathan Trojahn
Wildwood,MO
Summary
Seasoned business leader with a proven record of launching and scaling successful consumer brands. Skilled in operations management, product development, eCommerce strategy, and cross-functional leadership. Adept at optimizing workflows, leading marketing initiatives, and building high-performing teams. Seeking to contribute to a dynamic organization through innovative growth strategies and operational excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Cravings by Zoe
01.2022 - Current
- Lead day-to-day operations for a growing premium chocolate and confections brand with a focus on eCommerce and retail expansion.
- Oversee logistics, inventory management, customer service, and product fulfillment to ensure efficient and consistent operations.
- Direct brand strategy and digital marketing efforts, increasing visibility and customer engagement across online platforms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to launch new product lines and seasonal collections.
- Ensure compliance with food safety standards and uphold high-quality control measures throughout production and packaging.
- Analyze performance data and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement and long-term growth.
Brand Integration & Operations Consultant
Growve
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Supported the successful onboarding of M3 Naturals and MAV Nutrition into the Growve conglomerate structure.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with inventory, marketing, sales, design, and compliance teams to ensure seamless brand integration.
- Adapted existing workflows and business strategies from M3 and MAV to streamline operations across other Growve-owned brands.
- Recruited, trained, and managed new team members to ensure smooth operational handoff and long-term brand continuity.
- Continued oversight of M3 Naturals and MAV Nutrition throughout the transition period to maintain performance and growth momentum.
Head of Operations
M3 Naturals & MAV Nutrition
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Scaled M3 Naturals and MAV Nutrition from inception to achieve multimillion-dollar annual revenues.
- Oversaw all aspects of daily operations, including logistics, customer service, inventory, and listing optimization.
- Directed marketing and advertising strategies with large-scale annual budgets, significantly boosting brand visibility and sales.
- Spearheaded the launch of multiple Amazon Best Seller products across various categories through targeted market research, branding, and cross-platform advertising.
- Maintained rigorous compliance and quality control standards to protect brand integrity.
- Analyzed financial performance data to guide strategic planning and growth initiatives.
Education
B.A. - Business Management & Economics
University of Missouri
Columbia, MOSkills
- Business Development & Strategic Growth
- ECommerce & Amazon Marketplace Management
- Marketing & Advertising Campaigns
- Inventory & Supply Chain Logistics
- Product Development & Launch
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Financial & Operational Analysis
- Compliance & Quality Control
- Market Research & Trend Analysis
Timeline
Operations Manager
Cravings by Zoe
01.2022 - Current
Brand Integration & Operations Consultant
Growve
01.2019 - 01.2022
Head of Operations
M3 Naturals & MAV Nutrition
01.2010 - 01.2019
B.A. - Business Management & Economics
University of Missouri
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