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MELISSA GORDON

Issaquah

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Operations

CDS
11.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
  • Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
  • Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews to assess team progress, providing constructive feedback and guidance for continuous improvement.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
  • Mentored and coached team members to foster productive and engaging work environment.
  • Managed budgets and resources, optimizing allocation for maximum impact on business objectives.
  • Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals and drive sustainable growth.
  • Established strong partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and key stakeholders to improve collaboration and ensure alignment with business requirements.
  • Identified opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement, implementing changes that resulted in significant savings.
  • Analyzed business operations and implemented strategies to improve operational cohesiveness.
  • Delivered exceptional customer experiences by implementing strategies focused on meeting evolving needs and expectations.
  • Worked collaboratively with functional leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
  • Improved safety records by instituting strict compliance with health and safety regulations and conducting regular training sessions for staff.
  • Achieved company-wide recognition for leadership excellence, mentoring high-performing team that consistently exceeded operational goals and objectives.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency, introducing lean management system that minimized waste and optimized resource allocation.

Director

Greatclips Inc.
01.2019 - 11.2022
  • Elevated sales performance by10% in2021 and surpassed initial employment quotas through proficient sales leadership across the Northwest region
  • Pioneered franchisee guidance on location selection, hiring practices, and financial reviews, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency
  • Advanced customer experience and staff productivity by formulating and deploying effective best practices
  • Facilitated comprehensive training programs on customer interaction, store maintenance, visual displays, inventory control, and performance metrics
  • Collaborated with corporate staff for the successful execution of promotions and special events, earning recognition for the remarkable reduction in staff turnover and enhanced retention

Education

Bachelor Of Arts - Business

National Louis University
Chicago, IL
05.1998

Skills

  • Operational efficiency
  • Operations oversight
  • Strategic planning
  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Process improvement
  • Business management
  • Process improvements
  • Cost control
  • Leadership training
  • Performance analysis
  • Schedule oversight
  • Risk mitigation
  • Resource allocation
  • Financial controls implementation
  • Operations management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Staff training/development
  • Staff management
  • Employee development
  • Customer service management
  • Customer service
  • Employee relations
  • KPI tracking
  • Business leadership
  • Data analysis
  • Effective leader
  • Customer relations
  • Hiring and onboarding
  • Performance improvements
  • Relationship building
  • Performance evaluation and monitoring
  • Organizational structuring
  • Staff hiring

Timeline

Director of Operations

CDS
11.2022 - Current

Director

Greatclips Inc.
01.2019 - 11.2022

Bachelor Of Arts - Business

National Louis University
MELISSA GORDON