Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Keith Bridgewater

Kewanee,IL

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Farm Hand

August Hicks
05.1990 - Current
  • Supported successful harvests through diligent planting, weeding, and pruning efforts.
  • Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
  • Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
  • Participated in seasonal harvest activities including picking fruits and vegetables, sorting produce, and preparing products for market sales or storage.

General Manager

Reiman’s Harley Davidson
Kewanee, Illinois
04.2019 - 10.2024
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
  • Analyzed market trends/data to identify potential opportunities for business growth within existing or emerging markets successfully.
  • Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with introduction of customer feedback system, leading to service improvements and repeat business.
  • Boosted employee retention by developing comprehensive benefits package and fostering positive work environment.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, minimizing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels for uninterrupted operations.
  • Led team to exceed sales targets, implementing motivational incentives and comprehensive training programs.
  • Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Owner/Operator

The Finish Line of Kewanee
03.2012 - 04.2018
  • Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.
  • Optimized workflow processes through careful analysis of operational needs and resource allocation.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.

Sales/Finance

The Finish Line of Kewanee
10.2008 - 03.2012
  • Reviewed and analyzed sales performance data, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
  • Developed customized financial reports, enabling sales managers to monitor and optimize their team''s performance effectively.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.

Sales Manager

Krieger Auto Group
02.2003 - 03.2008
  • Attended industry events and conventions to expain sales opportunities.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to create targeted promotional campaigns, driving customer engagement and sales growth.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.

Education

Diploma - General Studies

Wethersfield High School, Kewanee, IL
05.1990

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem Resolution
  • Operations Management
  • Team Player
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Effective leader
  • Time Management
  • Training and coaching
  • Team Leadership
  • Staff Management
  • Customer Relations
  • Relationship Building
  • Training and Development
  • Inventory Control
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Staff Supervision
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Staff Development
  • Team training and development
  • Motivation
  • Client Relations
  • Schedule Management
  • Staff Motivation
  • Customer Retention
  • Process Improvements
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Employee Development
  • Consistently meet goals
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Purchasing
  • Leadership and team building
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Quality Management
  • Sales expertise
  • Financial Administration
  • Sales Analysis
  • Account Management
  • Sales Team Development
  • Market Analysis
  • Proficient in Software
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Skilled negotiator
  • Farm Equipment Maintenance
  • Farm equipment operation
  • Farm Equipment and Machinery
  • Harvesting
  • Property Maintenance
  • Harvesting knowledge

Timeline

General Manager - Reiman’s Harley Davidson
04.2019 - 10.2024
Owner/Operator - The Finish Line of Kewanee
03.2012 - 04.2018
Sales/Finance - The Finish Line of Kewanee
10.2008 - 03.2012
Sales Manager - Krieger Auto Group
02.2003 - 03.2008
Farm Hand - August Hicks
05.1990 - Current
Wethersfield High School - Diploma, General Studies

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