Accomplished Owner offering 30+ years of progressive business experience. Dedicated to maximizing bottom-line profits with forward-thinking approaches and clear focus on continuous improvement. Knowledgeable about financial administration, regulatory compliance and recordkeeping.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner /Account Manager
Dairy Distribution of Napa Valley Inc.
Napa, CA
03.1992 - 07.2022
Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
Analyzed industry trends to develop competitive strategies.
Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
Provided direction and guidance to employees.
Monitored performance of personnel against goals set forth by the company.
Conducted performance reviews for employees on a regular basis.
Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
Analyzed client business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
Created and implemented employee onboarding and training programs to promote employee retention and team collaboration.
Hired and trained new department managers to increase team oversight and productivity.
Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
Analyzed financial statements and trends to manage cash flow and make business decisions.
Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
Kept up-to-date on regulatory changes affecting business operations.
Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.