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Melanie Tank

Saint Cloud,MN

Summary

Versatile Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in Operational Excellence. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Director of Operations

Hawkeye Hotels
08.2023 - Current
  • Worked collaboratively with functional leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
  • Set team and individual KPIs and provided regular, actionable feedback.
  • Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
  • Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
  • Analyzed customer feedback and identified areas for improvement to drive business success.
  • Mentored and coached team members to foster productive and engaging work environment.
  • Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Analyzed business operations and implemented strategies to improve operational cohesiveness.
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Established and monitored quality assurance standards to achieve operational excellence.
  • Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching, and performance management.
  • Spearheaded implementation of process improvements and cost-saving initiatives to increase value and maximize profits.
  • Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
  • Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.

Regional Director of Operations

Ledgestone Hospitality
05.2017 - 06.2023
  • Oversaw between 11. - 16 locations
  • Performed all job functions noted in current role

Regional Director of Operations

Birch Lake Hospitality
09.2019 - 05.2022

*Oversite of seven locations

*Performed all management functions as stated above in current role


General Manger/Guest Service Representative

Kwik Trip
04.2017 - 02.2022
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

General Manager/Training Manager

GrandStay Hospitality LLC
05.2004 - 04.2016
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive training program to increase employee productivity and morale.
  • Collaborated with other departments to align training programs with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
  • Monitored and evaluated training performance to determine quality and cohesiveness.
  • Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
  • Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
  • Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials.
  • Assisted in development of employee assessments to measure training value.
  • Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
  • Alternated training methods to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities, and enhance program success.
  • Prepared and distributed manuals, handouts and online tutorials to provide employees with training materials and resources.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.

Education

Business Management Certifications

Cardinal Stritch University
Brooklyn Park, MN
06.1993

High School Diploma -

Blaine Senior High School
Blaine, MN
05.1989

Skills

  • Guest Relations and employee relations
  • Operational Efficiency and safety
  • Motivational Leadership
  • Human Resources and Payroll processing
  • Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
  • Process and Procedure Refinement
  • Budgetary Reviews/Controls and PNL Critiques
  • Optimizing Profitability

Timeline

Regional Director of Operations

Hawkeye Hotels
08.2023 - Current

Regional Director of Operations

Birch Lake Hospitality
09.2019 - 05.2022

Regional Director of Operations

Ledgestone Hospitality
05.2017 - 06.2023

General Manger/Guest Service Representative

Kwik Trip
04.2017 - 02.2022

General Manager/Training Manager

GrandStay Hospitality LLC
05.2004 - 04.2016

Business Management Certifications

Cardinal Stritch University

High School Diploma -

Blaine Senior High School
Melanie Tank