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Scott Sorensen

Sioux City,Iowa

Summary

Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.











Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Manager Carcass Sales/Merchandising

Tyson Fresh Meats
03.2007 - Current
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
  • Directed staff and managed annual capital budget.

Training Coordinator

Tyson Fresh Meats
04.2004 - 03.2007
  • Worked with central management to identify, plan, align and address training needs.
  • Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
  • Compiled training handbook and related course materials.
  • Assessed skill gaps for employees in Carcass Merchandising department and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
  • Trained and mentored new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.

Manager Plant Sales

Tyson Fresh Meats
10.1987 - 04.2004
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
  • Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures and sales strategies.
  • Supervised sales team of 6 people, stepping in to support employees and deliver smooth sales processes for clients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
05.1983

Skills

  • Cost Management
  • Administrative Management
  • Mathematical Calculation and Reasoning
  • Business Management Principles
  • Financial Management
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Time Management

Timeline

Corporate Manager Carcass Sales/Merchandising

Tyson Fresh Meats
03.2007 - Current

Training Coordinator

Tyson Fresh Meats
04.2004 - 03.2007

Manager Plant Sales

Tyson Fresh Meats
10.1987 - 04.2004

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

Iowa State University

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