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Stefanie M. Boone

Farmington,Hartford

Summary

Dynamic Branch Manager at Core and Main Fire Protection with a proven track record of driving 40% annual business growth. Expert in financial analysis and customer relationship management, leading high-performing teams to enhance operational efficiency and exceed sales targets. Renowned for outstanding communication skills and fostering strong vendor partnerships.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing Specialist

11.2024 - Current
  • Negotiated pricing with over 15-20 vendor, achieving an average cost reduction of 15% savings.
  • Additionally, requested payment discounts with vendors Encore did not previously have.
  • Conducted supplier evaluations and maintained relationships to ensure timely delivery and quality control.
  • Purchased for large install and multiple smaller locations within the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic markets.
  • Purchasing for both fire sprinkler, fire suppression, and fire alarm product lines.
  • Responsible for HH2 invoicing.

Project Coordinator

03.2024 - 11.2024
  • Pulled permits for sprinkler and fire alarm projects.
  • Managing all documents within a project.
  • Performing flow test on hydrants.
  • Worked closely with project managers, designers, and sales team.

Branch Manager

Core and Main Fire Protection
Windsor
07.2019 - 12.2023
  • Managed all aspects of branch operations, including sales, customer service, inventory management, and team leadership.
  • Developed and executed strategies to drive increase business growth by 40% each year and exceed sales targets.
  • Lead multiple teams of employees, providing training, coaching, and performance management.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with key customers and vendors.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Increased branch ROI for each location to 50%-65% in multiple branch locations (CT, RI,NY) through effective sales strategies and customer relationship management.
  • Implemented inventory control measures to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
  • Streamlined operational processes to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Led multiple high-performing teams, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Paid close attention to P&L, SG&A, and EBITDA for each location.

Assistant Director

Farmington
08.2021 - 11.2023
  • Coached multiple cheerleading teams for football and competition.
  • Participated on the board to advocate for our cheerleaders.

Board Member/Secretary

NFSA CT
Windsor
11.2016 - 01.2022
  • Participated in the National Fire Sprinkler Association as a board member and secretary.
  • Helped organize meetings and worked with different speakers to make our chapter successful.

Operations Manager

Core and Main Fire Protection
New Britain
06.2013 - 07.2019
  • Built a new fire protection facility in a new market.
  • Hired all new staffing and purchased branch new equipment.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to drive business growth and improve operational efficiency.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with key customers and vendors.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Streamlined operational processes to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Grew a team of 4 into a team of 10, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Oversaw daily operations, and enduring efficiency and productivity.
  • Monitored our P&L monthly and cut back on wasteful spending while increasing our sales revenue.
  • Responsible for Cycle Counts.

Fabrication Quoting/Inside Sales Specialist

Core and Main Fire Protection
Brockton
05.2007 - 06.2013
  • Performed fabrication quotes and inside sales duties.
  • Assisted customers with product selection and provided technical support.
  • Collaborated with sales team to meet customer needs and achieve sales targets.
  • Demonstrated strong product knowledge and technical expertise to assist customers and answer inquiries.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed inventory and ensured accurate and timely order fulfillment.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers to drive repeat business.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT
05-2025

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
08-2021

Skills

  • Vendor negotiation
  • Financial analysis
  • Customer relationship management
  • Sales operations
  • Service-driven sales
  • Employee motivation
  • Team leadership
  • Operational efficiency
  • Outstanding communication skills

Timeline

Purchasing Specialist

11.2024 - Current

Project Coordinator

03.2024 - 11.2024

Assistant Director

08.2021 - 11.2023

Branch Manager

Core and Main Fire Protection
07.2019 - 12.2023

Board Member/Secretary

NFSA CT
11.2016 - 01.2022

Operations Manager

Core and Main Fire Protection
06.2013 - 07.2019

Fabrication Quoting/Inside Sales Specialist

Core and Main Fire Protection
05.2007 - 06.2013

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Quinnipiac University

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Southern New Hampshire University

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