Shea Griffith
Wentzville,MO
Summary
High-energy Chief Operating Officer with demonstrated record of exceeding profitability goals and driving increased revenues while containing costs. Successfully grew organizations to achieve excellence through efficient operational systems support. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
East West Transport
East St. Louis, IL
08.2015 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase operational efficiency.
- Analyzed financial data and identified areas of improvement for cost savings.
- Monitored performance metrics to ensure quality standards are met.
- Collaborated with senior leadership on organizational objectives and initiatives.
- Directed the daily operations of multiple departments across the world.
- Directed the daily operations of multiple departments across the organization.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and development processes.
- Implemented process improvements to reduce waste and optimize workflow.
- Reviewed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Identified new business opportunities through market research analysis.
- Formulated strategies to improve customer service levels within the organization.
- Established key performance indicators for measuring success.
- Facilitated change management initiatives in order to streamline operations.
- Provided guidance and support for problem solving efforts.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify trends in product satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols, industry standards, and legal requirements.
- Oversaw production activities from design through delivery of products or services.
- Maintained a positive work environment by resolving employee disputes promptly.
- Developed and refined short- and long-term strategies to drive growth and profitability.
- Built relationships with external stakeholders such as investors, partners.
- Maximized profits through reducing expenditures and evaluating prices.
- Monitored outcome measures, program outcomes and performance improvement.
Director of Business Development
True Blue
St. Louis, MO
07.2009 - 07.2015
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive business development strategy for the organization.
- Created and managed a team of sales professionals to generate leads and close deals.
- Analyzed market trends and identified new business opportunities in existing and potential markets.
- Negotiated partnerships with key industry players to expand market presence.
- Generated reports on progress against targets and objectives set by management team.
- Developed strong internal relationships across departments in order to effectively manage projects from conception through completion stages.
- Maintained accurate records of all sales activities in CRM systems including contacts made and agreements reached.
- Investigated customer complaints related to product and service quality or delivery issues.
- Coordinated training sessions for new employees regarding company policies, procedures as well as job roles, responsibilities associated with their positions.
Combat Engineer / Army Recruiter
United States Army
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
04.2001 - 06.2009
- Provided guidance on proper use of explosives when conducting demolitions tasks.
- Disarmed IEDs using special tools designed for that purpose.
- Identified hazardous objects such as unexploded ordnance or improvised explosive devices.
- Utilized GPS devices to navigate through unfamiliar terrain in hostile environments.
- Installed and recovered anti-handing devices on anti-tank mines and electrical and non-electrical demolition charges.
- Conducted training to improve troops' abilities.
- Led a team of engineers in constructing barriers for force protection purposes.
- Performed demolitions on enemy fortifications and obstacles.
- Erected barbed wire fences around bases for security purposes.
- Used visual methods and mine detectors to identify and locate mines, effectively detonating enemy threats.
- Operated wheeled vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways for support of combat operations
- Sourced and screened potential candidates for open positions.
- Developed job descriptions and postings to attract qualified applicants.
- Reviewed resumes, conducted phone screens, and managed candidate pipelines.
- Organized recruitment activities such as career fairs, campus visits.
- Created reports on key recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill and cost-per-hire.
- Researched emerging trends in recruitment technology and techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Midwest Institute
Fenton, MO05.2010
Recruiting
Army Recruiting School
Fort Jackson 12.2008
Leadership Development
Primary Leadership Development Course
Forbes, ND07.2003
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
University Mo, Rolla
Rolla, KSSkills
- Performance Management
- Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Operations Management
- Business Forecasting
- Operations Administration
- Business Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Oversight
Accomplishments
- 2021,2023 Top 10 Most influential COO's
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
East West Transport
08.2015 - Current
Director of Business Development
True Blue
07.2009 - 07.2015
Combat Engineer / Army Recruiter
United States Army
04.2001 - 06.2009
Associate of Applied Science -
Midwest Institute
Recruiting
Army Recruiting School
Leadership Development
Primary Leadership Development Course
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
University Mo, Rolla
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