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Matthew Stefani

Summary

Business professional prepared for leadership role with extensive experience in managing operations and driving business success. Proven track record of effectively overseeing daily operations, implementing strategic plans, and optimizing resources. Highly focused on team collaboration and achieving results, with reputation for reliability and adaptability. Expertise in financial management, staff development, and customer relations.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

RPS Logistics LLC
11.2022 - Current


  • Managed logistics operations, ensuring timely delivery and efficient inventory management.
  • Oversaw employee training programs, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Negotiated contracts with brokers to secure favorable terms for the business.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
  • Oversaw the hiring process, selecting highly skilled candidates who contributed significantly to company success.
  • Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.

Carpenter/Trade Specialist

Desert Legacy Construction
08.2021 - 11.2022
  • Home remodels and additions. New construction framing, drywall, insulation, painting, flooring and trim work. Worked with a team of general contractors overseeing all the subcontractors work while they were on and off-site. Performed work in many different trades specializing as a lead carpenter. Took over many projects talking with home owners and making sure all the work was quality and above standards to insure all the customers were happy. Hauled dozens of tons of waste and landscaping materials on and off site. Worked on new additions kitchens bathrooms add on garages and porches.

Trainer/Driver

Henning Logistics (Amazon)
10.2020 - 08.2021
  • Route package delivery for amazon customers. Shared personal knowledge with other drivers to push them to be more efficient and diligent in their daily routes. Trained over half the companies staff with ride alongs and one on one coaching. Made sure I was the most efficient driver on staff with my day to day routines. Helped others finish their routes every day once I was done with mine ahead of schedule.

Assembly Worker

Advantage Solutions (Home Depot)
03.2019 - 09.2020
  • Worked for a subcontractor that was contracted out by Home Depot to assemble everything they sold in stores. Worked in stores throughout Arizona doing piece work putting together: Grills, Wheelbarrows, Log Splitters, Tool Benches, Fire pits, Gazebos, Sheds, Utility Boxes, Heat Lamps, Holiday decorations, John Deer Tractors and more. Efficiently performed tasks on a daily basis and stayed extra hours to make sure i was a ble to make a good amount of money each day because we were paid by piece.

RSR

Pepsi Beverage Company (PBC)
03.2018 - 02.2019
  • Place special merchandise orders for customers. Share product knowledge with customers while making personal recommendations. Demonstrate that customers come first by serving them with a sense of urgency. Work as a team member to provide the highest level of service to customers. Maintain friendly and professional customer interactions.

RSR

Peet's Coffee & Tea
08.2015 - 03.2017
  • Place special merchandise orders for customers. Share product knowledge with customers while making personal recommendations. Demonstrate that customers come first by serving them with a sense of urgency. Work as a team member to provide the highest level of service to customers. Maintain friendly and professional customer interactions.

DSD - RSR Specialist

Bimbo Bakeries USA
10.2014 - 08.2015
  • Place special merchandise orders for customers. Share product knowledge with customers while making personal recommendations. Demonstrate that customers come first by serving them with a sense of urgency. Work as a team member to provide the highest level of service to customers. Maintain friendly and professional customer interactions. Exceed targeted sales goals by 135%.

RSR-Swing

Frito-Lay
10.2009 - 10.2014
  • Place special merchandise orders for customers. Share product knowledge with customers while making personal recommendations. Demonstrate that customers come first by serving them with a sense of urgency. Work as a team member to provide the highest level of service to customers. Maintain friendly and professional customer interactions. Meet targeted sales goals by 105%.

Union Carpenter

Lenny Zurich Construction
08.2005 - 10.2009
  • Framed new construction of single-family homes and townhomes. Set windows and layouts for stairs and common rafters. Installed floor joists, trusses and rafters. Cut and installed staircases. Operated power saws, planers, jointers, routers and pneumatic equipment. Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.

Education

High School Diploma - General

Grayslake Community High School
Grayslake, IL
01.2005

Construction Management Technologies

College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL
01.2009

Carpentry

CLC Technology Campus
Grayslake, IL
01.2005

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Results-driven
  • Enthusiastic attitude
  • Reliable presence at work
  • Trustworthy and responsible
  • Team development
  • Adaptable to changing environments
  • Solution-focused
  • Operational efficiency management
  • Documentation expertise
  • Recruitment expertise
  • Comprehensive business strategy development

Timeline

Owner/Operator

RPS Logistics LLC
11.2022 - Current

Carpenter/Trade Specialist

Desert Legacy Construction
08.2021 - 11.2022

Trainer/Driver

Henning Logistics (Amazon)
10.2020 - 08.2021

Assembly Worker

Advantage Solutions (Home Depot)
03.2019 - 09.2020

RSR

Pepsi Beverage Company (PBC)
03.2018 - 02.2019

RSR

Peet's Coffee & Tea
08.2015 - 03.2017

DSD - RSR Specialist

Bimbo Bakeries USA
10.2014 - 08.2015

RSR-Swing

Frito-Lay
10.2009 - 10.2014

Union Carpenter

Lenny Zurich Construction
08.2005 - 10.2009

Construction Management Technologies

College of Lake County

Carpentry

CLC Technology Campus

High School Diploma - General

Grayslake Community High School