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Ricky Gorzen

Senior Management
Jackson,MI

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Manager

Frosty Foods LLC
Horton, MI
04.2019 - 06.2022
  • Ordered new equipment and inventory and scheduled repairs for damaged equipment.
  • Consolidated vendors and renegotiated contracts to optimize costs.
  • Developed and implemented new filing systems to improve organizational efficiency and productivity.
  • Executed appropriate staffing and budgetary plans to align with business forecasts.
  • Brainstormed and developed sales strategies to achieve short and long term sales revenue objectives.
  • Identified cost improvement changes and cost savings plans to increase company savings.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, compensations and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.
  • Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
  • Recommended and implemented successful strategies to maximize revenue.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Maintained frequent interaction with senior management to measure goal achievement and determine areas of improvement.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.

Owner/Operator

Service One
Jackson , MI
10.1990 - 06.2022

Real Estate Manager

Ross Real Estate
Jackson, MI
03.2004 - 05.2019
  • Coordinated meetings between project members and clients to develop ideas, discuss progress and set goals.
  • Developed network of related professionals to open up business opportunities.
  • Maintained complete database of files, contacts and project materials.
  • Researched industry and marketplace trends to develop marketing solutions and enhance business operations.
  • Executed optimal sales strategies to achieve commercial goals for target market.
  • Developed and maintained list of available properties suited to different needs and budgets for both commercial and industrial use.
  • Carefully screened tenancy applicants, pulling background investigations, credit reports and past rental history.
  • Compiled maintenance and repair requests for submission to Type department and reached out to local contractors for bid proposals.
  • Conducted inspections of property grounds, buildings and equipment to identify maintenance concerns and direct timely repairs.
  • Kept properties in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
  • Performed feasibility analysis to evaluate potential development sites.
  • Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
  • Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication and helping to resolve critical issues.
  • Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
  • Oversaw annual budget to handle supply, labor and maintenance needs.
  • Managed operations and leasing of upscale community of nearly Number executive apartment homes.

Business Owner/Operator

Midwest Refuse Inc
Jackson, MI
02.1991 - 10.2009
  • Led screening, hiring and staff scheduling to maintain compliance with group goals.
  • Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over inquiries.
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Trained and coached new and existing employees to boost staff productivity.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
  • Optimized team hiring, training and performance.
  • Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Created company brand messaging, collateral materials, customer events, promotional strategies and product commercialization.
  • Organized contacts and orchestrated innovative marketing campaigns to boost awareness, engagement and sales.
  • Executed search engine marketing, advertising and public relations campaigns to generate demand and sales leads.
  • Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues.
  • Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Achieved sales goals and increased revenue and profits through productive strategy development and organizational leadership.

Education

Hazmat. Hazwhopper Lead Asbestos - Hazardous Waste Consulting & Removal

Environmental And Occupational Training
Kalamazoo, MI
03.2001 - 12.2001

Real Estate License - Real Estate Development

Holloway Real Estate Institute
DeWitt, MI
09.1993 - 06.1994

GED - High School

Vandercook Lake High School
Jackson, MI 49203
08.1979 - 06.1982

Aircraft Piloting And Navigation

Jackson Community College
Jackson, MI
09.1985 - 03.1987

Skills

Business Development

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Timeline

Senior Manager

Frosty Foods LLC
04.2019 - 06.2022

Real Estate Manager

Ross Real Estate
03.2004 - 05.2019

Hazmat. Hazwhopper Lead Asbestos - Hazardous Waste Consulting & Removal

Environmental And Occupational Training
03.2001 - 12.2001

Real Estate License - Real Estate Development

Holloway Real Estate Institute
09.1993 - 06.1994

Business Owner/Operator

Midwest Refuse Inc
02.1991 - 10.2009

Owner/Operator

Service One
10.1990 - 06.2022

Aircraft Piloting And Navigation

Jackson Community College
09.1985 - 03.1987

GED - High School

Vandercook Lake High School
08.1979 - 06.1982
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