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Lucas Bell

Farmington,MO

Summary

Dynamic and hardworking executive level Operations Professional with 10+ years of experience in organizational management, strategic planning, and driving organizational growth. Adept at evaluating & developing policies, providing staff training, and overseeing talent acquisition. Proficient at cross-functional collaboration, relationship building, and implementing innovative solutions. Visionary leader skilled at coordinating projects and ensuring policy compliance. Committed to elevating operational performance and guiding organizations toward sustained success.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Operations Officer

LMAC Enterprise LLC
07.2022 - Current
  • Oversee daily operations by managing the supply chain, supervising department leads and establishing standard operating procedures to ensure cost effective products produced in an efficient manner.
  • Support business growth through strategic planning and relationship development.
  • Create strategic plans by assessing existing products & procedures, understanding the target market and building strategic partnerships to increase brand identity and product growth.
  • Oversee marketing, advertising and new product development by setting plans, communicating expectations and executing objectives with the team to support strategic initiatives.
  • Meet / Exceed customer service standards and expectations consistently by effectively communicating and actively listening to ensure the best experience possible with the brand's products.

Global Director of Operations

Heat And Control, Inc.
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Oversaw the global operations (1,600 + employees) across 15 domestic & international locations by setting goals, communicating plans, ensuring tools were in place to support initiatives and holding personnel accountable to execute accordingly.
  • Drove strategic planning with c-suite executives to ensure the CEO’s short and long term vision for the company was carried out for the operational groups within the organization.
  • Developed and implemented global company performance goals and business processes with the domestic & international c-suite executive teams through regular communications, KPI reviews and actionary plans to ensure consistency amongst all global locations
  • Oversaw global product development and partner relationships, strengthening our footprint in existing markets, as well as enabling footprint expansion into new markets.
  • Led development & implementation strategies, procedures & business plans needed to enhance global company growth
  • Drove customer facing and strategic partner relationships through regular touches to ensure the company retains a world class reputation and resources to support.

Director of Operations / General Manager

Spray Dynamics Group Of Heat And Control, Inc
12.2016 - 05.2021
  • Responsible for all global aspects of the Spray Dynamics product line including engineering & manufacturing operations, procurement, product enhancement & new product development, sales & marketing strategies and customer service.
  • Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives to achieve desired results.
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
  • Analyzed business operations by implementing strategies to improve operational cohesiveness.
  • Spearheaded implementation of process improvements and cost-saving initiatives to increase value and maximize profits.
  • Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching, and performance management.
  • Acted as the key customer facing representative at trade shows, top-to-top meetings and pricing negotiations.

Operations Manager

Spray Dynamics LTD / Heat And Control, Inc
01.2008 - 11.2016
  • Managed the operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed systems and procedures by working with managers and employees on S.W.O.T analysis to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Improved operating efficiency in the production facilities by over 25% domestically and by over 50% at international facilities by optimizing work flows & job aids, implementing best GMP's and training programs.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget through regular communications and pricing reviews / agreements.
  • Launched staff engagement programs in addition to robust operational plans that increased operational quality & efficiency by giving the employees a sense of involvement & ownership in their positions.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Missouri University of Science And Technology
Rolla, MO

Skills

  • Organizational Leadership
  • Budgeting and Finance
  • Strategic Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Staff Development
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Performance Optimization
  • Process Improvement
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Executive Leadership
  • People and Culture
  • Forecasting and Budgeting

Timeline

Chief Operations Officer

LMAC Enterprise LLC
07.2022 - Current

Global Director of Operations

Heat And Control, Inc.
06.2021 - 06.2022

Director of Operations / General Manager

Spray Dynamics Group Of Heat And Control, Inc
12.2016 - 05.2021

Operations Manager

Spray Dynamics LTD / Heat And Control, Inc
01.2008 - 11.2016

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Missouri University of Science And Technology
Lucas Bell