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Theodore Haefele

Metairie,LA

Summary

Extensive experience managing business units and sales teams, with a proven track record in business plan development and KPI creation. Expertise in union negotiations, P&L analysis, and operational management. Strong focus on employee engagement, customer service, and business development, leading to successful team building and enhanced performance.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief of Production

Lighthouse Louisiana
New Orleans, Louisiana
06.2022 - 08.2025
  • Streamlined manufacturing, sales, shipping, and receiving operations to enhance efficiency.
  • Developed production schedules ensuring timely project completion.
  • Consolidated operations, achieving 20% reduction in direct costs.
  • Provided operational insights to C-suite, facilitating return to profitability.

Vice President of Manufacturing

Lighthouse Louisiana
New Orleans, Louisiana
04.2017 - 05.2022
  • Managed three manufacturing locations producing paper supplies for Department of Defense.
  • Achieved 90% efficiency in manufacturing operations.
  • Developed and implemented key performance metrics to enhance operational effectiveness.
  • Formulated operational consolidation plans, receiving promotion for contributions to senior leadership.

General Manager

Freeman
New Orleans, Louisiana
08.2012 - 10.2016
  • Oversaw operations for two locations in New Orleans market.
  • Produced events in over 20 venues, driving brand visibility.
  • Negotiated with multiple labor unions to achieve favorable agreements.
  • Managed $45 million budget, including business planning and P&L oversight.
  • Branch earned several awards for best overall performance and customer service.
  • Led cross-functional teams to improve collaboration across departments.
  • Achieved increased annual sales while reducing operational costs.

General Manager

Freeman
Houston, Texas
08.2008 - 10.2012
  • Oversaw operations for three locations in Houston market.
  • Successfully returned branch to profitability, reversing annual losses over one million.
  • Managed team program that achieved over 9% profitability on a $22 million budget.
  • Responsible for union negotiations, annualy, with three different locals.

Convention Manager

Freeman
New Orleans, Louisiana
09.1990 - 08.2008
  • Planned and produced successful trade shows, enhancing brand visibility.
  • Managed full-time and union personnel to optimize team performance.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively, improving overall satisfaction.
  • Earned multiple promotions and Employee of the Year award in 2000.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
08-1990

Skills

  • Business plan development
  • P&L analysis
  • Business development
  • Cost reduction
  • Team leadership
  • Performance metrics
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Change management
  • KPI tracking

Systems experience

Netsuite

Microsoft Word, Excel and PPT

Paycom and Paylocity

Timeline

Chief of Production

Lighthouse Louisiana
06.2022 - 08.2025

Vice President of Manufacturing

Lighthouse Louisiana
04.2017 - 05.2022

General Manager

Freeman
08.2012 - 10.2016

General Manager

Freeman
08.2008 - 10.2012

Convention Manager

Freeman
09.1990 - 08.2008

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of New Orleans

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