Overview
Work History
Education
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Jonathan (JL) Jones

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Onsite Account Representative

Fastenal
08.2023 - Current
  • Manages a $1+ million annual customer account, ensuring smooth operations and financial growth.
  • Conducts cost savings analysis, driving efficiencies that reduce customer expenses while maximizing Fastenal's profitability.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Fastenal teams and customer leadership to consistently meet and exceed KPIs.
  • Builds and maintains strong relationships with numerous vendors on behalf of the customer.
  • Oversees sourcing, purchasing, and stocking of thousands of items for the customer.
  • Achieves consistent account growth annually even during economic downturns.
  • Adapt successfully to supply chain and logistics challenges, ensuring uninterrupted service and delivery.

Account Specialist

Fastenal
03.2022 - 08.2023
  • Manages and operate a Crib location within the customer plant, overseeing 1,000+ part SKUs.
  • Oversees and refills inventory across six different vending locations on the shop floor.
  • Orders inventory and cultivates strong relationships with multiple vendors to ensure timely stock replenishment.
  • Maintains effective communication and strong relationships with upper management and department supervisors within the customer location.
  • Prepares quotes and processes orders for Upper Management, Engineering, and Maintenance departments.
  • Consistently achieves sales goals set by the District Manager.

Farm Crew/Team Leader

Cobb-Vantress
08.2020 - 11.2022
  • Promoted from Crew Member to Team Lead in under a year, being recognized for exceptional performance, strong communication with management, and a commitment to fostering a positive work environment.
  • Set performance expectations for the teams, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Maintained a strong team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
  • Successfully managed cross-functional teams across multiple departments.
  • Ensured KPIs were consistently met across various departments.
  • Spearheaded the creation of a new department through collaboration other facilities and management.
  • Developed and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations within the new department.
  • Fostered a continuous improvement and adaptive mindset, overcoming challenges and consistently enhancing team performance.

Education

BBA - Business Management

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK
05-2016

Skills

  • Exceptional communication
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Project Management
  • Cost savings analysis and implementation
  • Vendor relations and management
  • Purchasing
  • Sourcing
  • Adaptability
  • Customer service

Timeline

Onsite Account Representative

Fastenal
08.2023 - Current

Account Specialist

Fastenal
03.2022 - 08.2023

Farm Crew/Team Leader

Cobb-Vantress
08.2020 - 11.2022

BBA - Business Management

Northeastern State University
Jonathan (JL) Jones