Shaun Edwards
Fort Atkinson,WI
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary and Product Development Manager
Jones Dairy Farm
Fort Atkinson , WI
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Led cross-functional teams to design, develop, test and launch products on schedule.
- Defined product requirements in collaboration with stakeholders across the organization.
- Conducted user research to inform product decisions.
- Created product demos for clients and internal stakeholders.
- Managed vendor relationships related to product development initiatives.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to inform product direction.
- Communicated progress updates to senior management and other stakeholders.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement within the product development cycle.
- Provided guidance on technical implementation of design specifications.
- Maintained project timelines and budgets while ensuring quality standards.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create effective messaging strategies.
- Resolved conflicts between different departments during development cycles.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations related to product launches.
- Documented best practices for future reference by team members.
- Established timelines for each phase of product development process.
- Spearheaded various product development initiatives, projects and duties.
- Offered direction, performance feedback and training to staff throughout projects.
- Prepared cost analysis reports on new product development.
- Supported efforts to develop and launch new product offerings and enhancements for existing products.
- Supervised daily activities of assigned department personnel, quickly addressing questions or performance issues.
- Studied and used knowledge of industry-specific production tools, machinery and equipment.
- Oversaw testing and developed engineering standards for quality and productivity yields.
- Analyzed data and member information to support formulation of product strategy.
- Marketed products and services at tradeshows and promotional events.
- Expanded personnel skill sets by mentoring marketing team both individually and in groups.
Culinary and Product Development Specialist
Jones Dairy Farm
Fort Atk, WI
08.2013 - 01.2022
- Developed menu concept for the Jones Market
- Managed the Product Development Center. Including maintenance and sanitation
- Produced products specific to the Jones Market
- Developed and designed products to meet customer needs.
- Conducted market research to determine product requirements.
- Develop HACCP plans
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN05-2006
Skills
- Vendor Relations
- Production expertise
- Data-driven decision-making
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Marketing understanding
- Manufacturing expertise
- Project Management
- Product issue resolution
- Cost Estimations
- Cross-departmental Alignment
- Training and Onboarding
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Relationship Building
- Strategic Planning and Alignment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Proposal Development
- Creative and Innovative
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Effective Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Market Research
- Interpersonal Skills
- Decision-Making
- Product Development
- Promotional Events
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
Master Meat Crafter
- 2 year program offered by the University of Wisconsin Meat Science Department
- Focused on meat processing formulations, processing techniques, HACCP, and food safety
CIA Society of Fellows
- Membership providing information on new industry trends and networking opportunities.
BASE Volunteer
- Help to start and execute the food for the BASE The Harvest Dinner in 2019-to present
- Honored with the Heat of BASE award
- Help plan and execute Wings and Wheel fundraising breakfast 2013-2023
Member of the Chaine Des Rotisseurs
- Awarded the Academie Brillat-Savarin medal for helping to plan and execute the Chaine young chefs cooking competition
Member of MATC's Culinary Board of Advisors
- Provided industry insights to help shape the culinary curriculum
- Taught short courses on sausage making
Culinary Institute of America Externship Site
- Develop a program to become an accredited externship site
- 5 successful graduates
Timeline
Culinary and Product Development Manager
Jones Dairy Farm
01.2022 - 03.2024
Culinary and Product Development Specialist
Jones Dairy Farm
08.2013 - 01.2022
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
Lipscomb University
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