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Michael Daley

Forest,VA

Summary

Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning contruction field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Successful Owner/Operator with expertise in construction industry and insights on competitors and clientele. Dedicated leader maintains professional relationships and negotiates beneficial deals. Detail-oriented Owner with proven success building relationships and maintaining partnerships with top accounts to increase overall productivity and grow profit channels. Expands network connections by effectively determining and meeting customer needs, implementing price models and optimizing inventory control procedures. 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. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

Daleys Landscaping LLC
02.2009 - Current
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
  • Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer base.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment, leading to higher employee retention rates and overall job satisfaction.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Implemented effective financial management practices, improving cash flow and profitability.
  • Overseeing inventory management, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for the business.
  • Oversaw the hiring process, selecting highly skilled candidates who contributed significantly to company success.
  • Evaluated company performance against objectives, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired results.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

Construction Foreman

Counts And Dobyns
04.2003 - 01.2009
  • Enhanced project efficiency by delegating tasks and supervising construction crew members.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by developing and maintaining schedules for work progress.
  • Skilled heavy eqipment operator
  • Grading and Pipe Utilities

Education

High School Diploma -

Appomattox County High School
Appomattox, VA
06.1997

Skills

  • Sales Negotiation
  • Personnel Management
  • Operations Oversight
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Strategic Planning
  • Quality Assurance
  • Industry Knowledge
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Schedule Management

Accomplishments

Entered the civil construction field at a young age.

Started a successful Landscape business and operated for 12 years.

Timeline

Owner/Operator

Daleys Landscaping LLC
02.2009 - Current

Construction Foreman

Counts And Dobyns
04.2003 - 01.2009

High School Diploma -

Appomattox County High School
Michael Daley