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Steve Jewell

Portland,OR

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to be proactive and handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. With 15+ years of experience as a General Manager prioritizing and handling responsibilities including, but not limited to, sales, purchasing, managing, marketing, recruiting, as well as production and inventory control. Reliable and efficient at fostering professional relationships that are beneficial for both parties.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

The Western Group
12.2002 - 01.2024
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers, increasing revenues for both and reducing errors.
  • Analyzed market trends/data to identify potential opportunities for business growth within existing or emerging markets successfully.
  • Maintained long-term relationships with vendors to help reduce costs and maintain availability of raw materials.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing, and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Negotiated five collective bargaining agreements successfully.

General Manager

The Western Group
07.2005 - 05.2008
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/cost associated with excess product storage.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.

Operations Manager

The Western Group
05.2001 - 12.2002
  • Led successful change initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions during organizational restructuring efforts.
  • Reduced turnaround time for project completion through effective resource allocation and team management.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.

Production Manager

The Western Group
03.1998 - 05.2001
  • Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
  • Developed a comprehensive training program for new hires, resulting in higher employee retention rates and faster integration into the team.
  • Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.

Inside Sales

The Western Group
02.1995 - 03.1998
  • Partnered with production to reduce lead-times and improve service.
  • Set and exceeded inside sales goals by establishing ambitious targets and motivating sales representatives.

Education

Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR

Skills

  • Facility Management
  • Sales Analysis
  • Customer Retention/Growth
  • Branding
  • Recruiting
  • Staff Management, Training/Development
  • Purchasing
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Production Scheduling
  • Inventory Control
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Advertising and Marketing

Additional Experience

  • UEA Chairman
  • UMTA Board of Directors

Technical Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Outlook

Timeline

General Manager

The Western Group
07.2005 - 05.2008

General Manager

The Western Group
12.2002 - 01.2024

Operations Manager

The Western Group
05.2001 - 12.2002

Production Manager

The Western Group
03.1998 - 05.2001

Inside Sales

The Western Group
02.1995 - 03.1998

Oregon State University

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