Stephanie Jones
Jurupa Valley,CA
Summary
Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 10+ years of experience applying exceptional planning and process improvement abilities toward enhancing business objectives and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and experienced in developing cross-functional teams, while improving processes, achieving goals and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of operations, process improvement, excellent communication skills, and management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
VP Special Projects
Zion Packaging
01.2021 - Current
- Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies
- Developed and executed targeted business development initiatives, leading to expansion of company's client base
- Cultivated high-performance culture within organization by setting clear expectations for employees at all levels, providing regular feedback, and recognizing achievement
- Championed change management initiatives within organization to ensure smooth transitions during periods of growth or restructuring
- Introduced process improvements that reduced operational costs by 21% while maintaining high-quality standards across all departments.
- Increased company revenue by implementing innovative marketing strategies and streamlining sales processes.
- Led a cross-functional team to develop and launch a new product line, contributing to significant growth in sales.
- Developed and executed targeted business development initiatives, leading to an expansion of the company''s client base.
Sr. Sales Manager
James Event Productions
11.2018 - 01.2021
- Increased overall sales revenue by implementing effective sales strategies and building strong client relationships
- Collaborated closely with marketing teams to develop targeted campaigns that drove significant increases in qualified leads and overall sales performance
- Mentored team of seven junior sales professionals in advanced selling techniques, resulting in accelerated career progression and enhanced contributions to overall team success
- Exceeded annual sales targets by 127% by maintaining proactive approach to lead generation and pipeline management.
Process Improvement Manager
Glanbia Nutritionals
10.2016 - 10.2018
- Streamlined workflows for increased productivity through thorough analysis and optimization of existing processes
- Developed comprehensive process maps to provide clarity on current state operations and identify areas for improvement
- Presented findings from process assessments to senior leadership, providing actionable insights for decision-making purposes
- Developed performance metrics that accurately reflected desired outcomes of process improvement initiatives, enabling ongoing monitoring and adjustments as needed
- Conducted root cause analyses to pinpoint underlying issues affecting workflow efficiency and effectiveness
- Spearheaded efforts to create standardized work instructions, reducing errors and increasing consistency across similar tasks throughout organization.
- Developed streamlined manufacturing process, which boosted productivity and saved $2MM annually.
Supply Chain and Logistics Manager
Glanbia Nutritionals
04.2011 - 10.2017
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements
- Improved on-time delivery rates by optimizing transportation routes and scheduling, improving internal processes, with 99.7% on time delivery
- Managed team of 23 logistics professionals, providing coaching and guidance for career development and skill enhancement
- Oversaw procurement process, establishing strategic partnerships with suppliers to reduce lead times and optimize operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination of supply chain activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History - Social Justice And Citizenships
California State University East Bay
Hayward, CA05.2026
Associate of Arts - History
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA05.2024
Skills
- Operational Management
- Performance/Process Improvement
- Leadership Development
- Policy Development
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Communications
- Logistics Oversight
- Workflow Optimization
- Lean manufacturing concepts
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
VP Special Projects
Zion Packaging
01.2021 - Current
Sr. Sales Manager
James Event Productions
11.2018 - 01.2021
Process Improvement Manager
Glanbia Nutritionals
10.2016 - 10.2018
Supply Chain and Logistics Manager
Glanbia Nutritionals
04.2011 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Arts - History - Social Justice And Citizenships
California State University East Bay
Associate of Arts - History
Chaffey College
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