Robert Thompson
Elyria,OH
Summary
Performance-oriented, resourceful in leading process and systematically improving procedures to achieve targets and maintain agile, responsive business operations. Diplomatic leader with exceptional planning, organizational and management abilities.
Results-oriented driven to always be improving business operations. Specializing in Printing Industry with 35-year track record of success.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
VP Sales North America
EM Print Group
Elyria, OH
01.1982 - Current
- Directed business development initiatives, including acquisitions and joint venture agreements.
- Collaborated with executive team members on major decisions regarding company-wide initiatives.
- Organized and oversaw capital improvement projects to maintain business viability.
- Implemented company's distribution and import initiatives, administering contracts, and engaging partners to significantly maximize profit margins.
- Directed annual budgeting processes and verified alignment with company objectives.
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
- Hired new managers to drive sustainable business growth.
- Controlled business direction changes and provided support during restructurings.
- Formulated policies that improved operational efficiency and productivity.
- Spearheaded rollout of new marketing plan, enabling organization to successfully and profitably adapt to changing market conditions.
- Revitalized business plans and realigned company objectives to increase overall profits.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for services, products and supplies.
- Made recommendations to senior leaders on business strategy and initiatives.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Communications
LCCC
ElyriaSkills
- Operations Management
- Client Relationship Building
- Forecasting
- Customer Service
- Proposal Writing
- Business Development
- Lead Generation
- Product Demonstrations
- Customer Education
- Public Speaking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
VP Sales North America
EM Print Group
01.1982 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Business Communications
LCCC
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