Kendle Wagner
Lebanon,MO
Summary
At Baldinger/Sons Bakery in partnership with East Balt, I spearheaded initiatives that drove substantial business growth, leveraging my expertise in strategic planning and executive leadership. By fostering cross-functional teamwork and implementing process improvements, I enhanced operational efficiency and profitability, demonstrating a proven track record in operations management and leadership development.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer/Chief Executive Officer
Baldinger/Sons Bakery In Partnership W/East Balt
02.1999 - Current
- Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
- Mentored team members by sharing knowledge, offering guidance, and providing constructive feedback; fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the organization.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations across multiple departments, ensuring timely delivery of projects and streamlined workflows.
- Guided teams through periods of significant change by providing clear communication and decisive leadership during transitions.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.
- Promoted a positive corporate culture by implementing employee engagement programs that recognized achievement and fostered collaboration among teams.
- Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and systems, leading to increased productivity and cost savings.
- Enhanced company reputation by establishing strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
- Negotiated favorable vendor contracts for cost-effective procurement solutions that supported business growth objectives.
- Monitored and analyzed industry trends to identify opportunities for organizational growth and competitiveness.
- Championed the adoption of new technology solutions to streamline operations, automate manual tasks, and improve overall efficiency levels.
- Drove revenue growth with the successful launch of new products and services to meet customer needs.
- Identified and pursued business development opportunities to grow organization and increase revenue.
- Represented organization at external meetings and events to promote and build relationships with key stakeholders.
- Established key performance indicators for each department to track progress towards organizational goals effectively.
- Formulated strategic plans aligning with overall company vision; setting achievable short and long-term goals to drive growth and profitability.
- Managed crisis response to minimize potential negative impacts on company.
- Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies.
- Developed comprehensive financial plans to support long-term business objectives, reducing operational expenses while maximizing profitability.
- Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
- Implemented robust risk management strategies, safeguarding company assets and minimizing potential liabilities.
- Expanded company''s market presence by identifying new business opportunities and executing strategic partnerships.
- Played a critical role in mergers and acquisitions activities; including due diligence processes, negotiations, integration planning, and execution efforts to ensure seamless transitions.
- Optimized supply chain management strategies; reducing lead times while maintaining product quality standards for increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
- Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
- Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
- Championed corporate social responsibility initiatives that enhanced the company''s reputation as an ethical business leader within the community.
- Coached and guided senior managers to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
Chief Executive Officer
Industrial Control And Engineering
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Implemented rigorous testing methodologies for validating design concepts before full-scale implementation, minimizing rework efforts and costs associated with revisions postlaunch.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing user-centered design strategies and optimizing digital touchpoints.
- Established a comprehensive customer feedback system for continuous improvement of products and services.
- Served as a thought leader in the industry, sharing best practices and insights through conference presentations, whitepapers, and blog posts.
- Conducted extensive market research to identify key trends in consumer preferences and competitive landscape analysis for informed strategy development.
- Developed effective training programs for employees, improving overall productivity and service quality.
- Spearheaded new product launches, ensuring seamless integration of user experience elements throughout the development process.
- Streamlined internal processes to improve efficiency in delivering exceptional customer experiences consistently.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes, ensuring alignment of business goals with customer needs.
- Introduced innovative solutions to overcome usability challenges, enhancing overall online experience for users.
- Directed hiring and onboarding programs for new employees.
- Interviewed potential hires, negotiated salaries and benefits and performed reference checks.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers and vendors, ensuring cost-effective procurement processes.
Vice President Facilities and Distribution
Target
01.1994 - 03.1997
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
- Leveraged technology to automate workflows and streamline processes, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings across the organization.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
- Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Wichita State University
Wichita, KSMaster of Science - Mine Engineering
University of Missouri School of Mines
Rolla, MOSkills
- Operations Management
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Strategic Planning
- Process Improvement
- Executive Leadership
- Performance Management
- Human Resources Management
- Cost savings and reduction
- Operations Oversight
- Business Administration
- Acquisition integration
- Engineering
- Leadership and People Development
- Financial Leadership
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer/Chief Executive Officer
Baldinger/Sons Bakery In Partnership W/East Balt
02.1999 - Current
Chief Executive Officer
Industrial Control And Engineering
01.1994 - 01.1999
Vice President Facilities and Distribution
Target
01.1994 - 03.1997
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Wichita State University
Master of Science - Mine Engineering
University of Missouri School of Mines
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