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Robert Warren

Pompton Plains,NJ

Summary

Seasoned ad operations executive with a 21-year track record of successfully leading strategic and tactical business initiatives. Possessing expert knowledge in both linear and digital ad sales applications and business processes, I have consistently exceeded company objectives through large-scale business transformation and change management. An effective communicator, team builder, and coach, committed to fostering the company's vision and building a professional culture rooted in trust and mutual respect.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President | Ad Operations | Sales Training

Paramount Global
01.2022 - Current
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization.
  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
  • Leveraged technology to automate workflows and streamline processes, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings across the organization.
  • Built high-performance teams through effective recruitment practices focused on competency alignment coupled with ongoing performance management processes.
  • Championed talent development programs, promoting employee engagement and retention while enhancing overall workforce capabilities.
  • Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.

Senior Director | Ad Operations | Client Services

ViacomCBS
01.2009 - 12.2022
  • Optimized project timelines by effectively delegating tasks and prioritizing workload among team members.
  • Cultivated a culture of innovation by promoting creative thinking and encouraging employees to take calculated risks in pursuit of solutions.
  • Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, fostering collaboration and mutual growth opportunities.
  • Directed design and execution of business transformation initiatives to drive performance, profit optimization and growth opportunities.

Senior Manager | Ad Operations | Systems & Support

Viacom Media Networks
11.2004 - 12.2009
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
  • Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
  • Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.

Linear Traffic Coordinator

MTV Networks
10.2003 - 10.2004
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing concerns or inquiries from both internal team members as well as external clients.
  • Built project timelines, team delegation plans and provided instructions for task completion.
  • Developed a comprehensive training program for new hires on all aspects of traffic coordination duties within the organization.
  • Created work schedules and project management plans organization-wide to maintain efficiency and timeliness.

Education

Master of Science - Management, Strategy & Leadership

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities

Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Relationship Building
  • Decision-Making
  • Critical Thinking
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Results-Driven
  • Account Management
  • Operations Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Training and mentoring
  • Staff Recruiting and Retainment

Timeline

Vice President | Ad Operations | Sales Training

Paramount Global
01.2022 - Current

Senior Director | Ad Operations | Client Services

ViacomCBS
01.2009 - 12.2022

Senior Manager | Ad Operations | Systems & Support

Viacom Media Networks
11.2004 - 12.2009

Linear Traffic Coordinator

MTV Networks
10.2003 - 10.2004

Master of Science - Management, Strategy & Leadership

Michigan State University

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities

Thomas Edison State University

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