Sarah Myers
North Webster,IN
Summary
Highly motivated, skilled and eager to make a difference. Extensive experience, attention to detail and thorough know-how. Will afford a smooth transition and leaves ample room for growth as a team member, leader and professional. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Manager
Shel Sells Bling
10.2020 - Current
- Leverage on-site observation and personal interviews to identify team and individual strengths
- Plan and execute sales events in both, online and in-person formats
- Keep consistent inventory and place orders for new product stock
- Handle confidential customer business and operational information
- Oversee team of 10+ consulting professionals, encouraging sales and training members on effective strategies
- Boost success of client's organization by improving performance, motivation, job satisfaction, hiring practices, training programs and management systems
- Develop and implement marketing strategies
- Develop service plans in consultation with clients and perform follow-ups assessing quantity and quality of services
- Improve client sales by automating system e-commerce feature
- Deliver outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities
- Author detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines
- Keep and track records of program and performance progress, education initiatives and leadership
- Create budget
- Track costs and expenses to compare with original budget and identify failure points.
Real Estate Broker
Rock Auctioneers and Real Estate
12.2018 - Current
- Prepare contracts and documents needed to consistently obtain favorable terms and comply with the everchanging law for both buyers and sellers
- Expert in planning and integrating new customer prospecting campaigns
- Coordinate and manage efficient closings overseeing professionals such as loan officers, attorneys, inspectors and contractors
- Study and Prepare property and market analysis reports
- Professionally present and market homes and property to be sold, both residential and commercial with proficient use of the MLS and various other programs
- Organize and oversee Open Houses and home showings
- Expert at managing expectations and effectively navigating various interpersonal interactions
- Consistently meet deadlines
- Comply with all personal legal requirements including continuing education and expectation of ethical behaviors
- Participate in the preparation of property and chattels for auction, guaranteeing legal compliance.
Operational Excellence Continual Improvement Manager
Thor Motor Coach
03.2020 - 10.2020
- Plan, coordinate, and direct internal teams at multiple plants to accomplish continuous improvement projects and goals with focus being on effectiveness and efficiency
- Achieving this by utilizing, organizing and coaching resources from all necessary departments including Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, Production and IT
- Develop and implement processes designed to identify correct and eliminate product defects with focus on identifying and eliminating the 8 wastes
- Trained key team leaders how to create and utilize value stream mapping
- Implemented SQCDI Boards
- Created metrics, trained plant managers, supervisors and floor personnel in the importance of effectively utilizing the use of SQCDI Boards
- Audited use, oversaw production meetings, and adjusted metrics as needed to achieve improvement goals
- Created and implemented effective and updated SOPs and Work Instructions with focus on all applicable RVIA, ANSI, NEC, NFPA and state legal requirements
- Performed project management duties, as needed
- Built relationships with inspectors and participated in regular RVIA inspections.
Lean Coordinator
Lippert Components
10.2016 - 01.2018
- Key objective was to drive change that positively impacted the bottom line for the business while providing optimal performance for customers
- Focused on developing a Lean culture by mentoring, coaching and training team members
- Met and exceeded Corporate Continuous Improvement cost savings goals while coordinating efforts and effective communications with: Engineering, Production, Quality, Safety and all other indirects
- Oversaw all Lean Manufacturing activities including development, implementation, and training through the use of: 5S, DMAIC, VSM, Cellular Flow, and Kaizen methodologies in order to achieve Continual Improvement
- Responsible for Business Case development for all automation and floor change projects
- Oversaw approved automation projects from inception to implementation
- Created, maintained and regularly updated plant layouts using Draftsight
- Oversaw A3 creation, LOTO procedures, created all work instructions and SOPs, and performed all PPS training for Quality and Safety teams
- Oversaw all inventory handling best practices with focus on OTD and waste elimination
- Created, developed and trained a specialized team of 'Champions' that served as the production team mentor, bridging the gap to empower the production team in adoption and ownership of continuous improvement incentives
- Traveled to plants out of state to assist in acquisition ownership transition
- Oversaw all aspects of the move of entire production plants to merge with local production lines.
Co-Owner
BandS Distributing
02.2014 - 12.2016
- Formulated and created OMNIWAX mold release agents and OMNIBUFF buffing compounds for the fiberglass, urethane, cultured marble, glass, musical instrument and taxidermy industries
- Oversaw budgeting, data analysis, bookkeeping, sales, networking, marketing, production, quality, safety, purchasing, inventory, recruitment and employee training
- Practiced Lean Manufacturing principles and bookkeeping
- Managed all Shipping and Receiving
- Expert in environmental, and personal safety compliance regarding all hazardous material storage, handling, shipping, receiving and training
- HazMat Certified and Certified Forklift Operator, handling all materials, including HazMat materials.
Quality Team Leader
Lippert Components
05.2016 - 10.2016
- Implemented quality assurance policies
- Conducted tests and inspections
- Identified production, process, and/or product issues and presented solutions
- Utilized PPS methodology and the creation of A3s
- Wrote work instructions and SOPs to standardize procedures and practices to promote faster production, better quality and a safer work environment
- Trained incoming quality personal regarding quality inspections, quality testing, quality data tracking, best practices and PPS practices
- Trained and worked with production personnel in best practices and quality assessment with emphasis on quality ownership and practical problem solving.
Education
Real Estate Broker - Real Estate
Beer School of Real Estate
Winona Lake, IN12.2018
Bachelor's degree - Small Business Administration and Entrepreneurship, Marketing
Indiana University-South Bend
South Bend, IN05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05.1996
Skills
- Time Management
- Self-Motivated
- Problem Solving
- Effective Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Enthusiastic Learner
- Strong Leader
- Microsoft Office
- Lean Manufacturing
- Purchasing
- 5S
- Value Stream Mapping
- Supply Chain
- Recruiting
Certification
Real Estate License, Present
Timeline
Owner/Manager
Shel Sells Bling
10.2020 - Current
Operational Excellence Continual Improvement Manager
Thor Motor Coach
03.2020 - 10.2020
Real Estate Broker
Rock Auctioneers and Real Estate
12.2018 - Current
Lean Coordinator
Lippert Components
10.2016 - 01.2018
Quality Team Leader
Lippert Components
05.2016 - 10.2016
Co-Owner
BandS Distributing
02.2014 - 12.2016
Real Estate Broker - Real Estate
Beer School of Real Estate
Bachelor's degree - Small Business Administration and Entrepreneurship, Marketing
Indiana University-South Bend
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Purdue University
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