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SalesManager
Open To Work

Vanessa Riley

Sumter,SC

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Sales ManagerProduction ManagerMaster Production SchedulerProduction Scheduler

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteHybrid
Location: Sumter, SC, US
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$85000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time off401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPaid sick leave

Summary

Sales professional with solid background in managing high-performing sales teams and driving revenue growth. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results, with reliable and adaptable approach to changing market demands. Proficient in strategic planning, client relationship management, and sales strategy development, ensuring success and growth in competitive environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager

Pilgrims Pride Corp
Sumter, SC
07.2019 - Current
  • Develop production schedules to optimize resource allocation and meet delivery timelines.
  • Evaluate demand forecasts to optimize inventory levels and minimize excess stock.
  • Collaborate with sales manager to optimize excess product sales.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline communication and enhance workflow efficiency.
  • Monitor production metrics to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
  • Work directly with production staff to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
  • Spearhead material procurement initiatives to guarantee timely availability of components for seamless production.
  • Create production forecasting plans utilizing Excel spreadsheet tools from production and management teams.
  • Create and implemented tracking systems to monitor progress and meet deadlines.
  • Analyze demand trends and adjusted production schedules to ensure operational efficiency and responsiveness.
  • Monitore progress towards KPI targets, implementing adjustments to optimize outcomes.
  • Monitore production timelines to guarantee product readiness prior to scheduled transportation departures.

Production Superintendent

Pilgrims Pride Corp
Sumter, SC
09.2018 - 06.2019
  • Led production teams to achieve operational efficiency and maintain high safety standards.
  • Implemented quality control measures to enhance product consistency and reduce defects.
  • Developed training programs for staff, increasing workforce competency and performance.
  • Streamlined production processes, resulting in reduced downtime and improved throughput.
  • Directed production operations and personnel to meet established production and quality control standards, to control budget and costs, and to provide data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products produced.
  • Worked with continuous improvement, safety, and maintenance to recommend improvements in production flow and methods.
  • Counseled supervisors as needed.
  • Selected, organized, trained, and motivated the production labor force to ensure consistent attainment of production schedules at optimum productivity and cost levels.

Production Manager

Perdue Farms
Perry, GA, USA
06.2016 - 08.2018
  • Supervised production staff to ensure product quality and integrity, and ensures product meets or exceeds customer requirements.
  • Created and maintained an environment that was conducive to retaining associates.
  • Supported and promoted the company's annual People, Products, and Profitability through effective and efficient planning, communication, coaching, training, and direction of the workforce.
  • Created and implemented new ideas and methods to production efficiencies, CSI, SI, and Safety Scorecard.
  • Supported the 3P's. People - Turnover, Safety, Associate Engagement; Product - consistency of products; Profitability Contributes to achievement of Key Initiatives.
  • Worked closely with the food safety team to ensure proper food safety procedures were adhered to.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.

Assistant Store Manager

Family Dollar
Covington, GA, USA
02.2015 - 08.2015
  • Facilitated daily store operations and provided guidance to a team of five associates under the direction of the store manager.
  • Monitored and organized store inventory to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Analyzed payment data and reconciled total sales figures to maintain financial integrity.
  • Monitored cashier transactions to uphold accountability standards and facilitated timely preparation of store deposits.

Assistant Store Manager

Dollar General
Covington, GA, USA
08.2014 - 04.2015
  • Managed refund and override approvals, alongside accurate bank deposit transactions.
  • Ensured strict accountability for cash handling and key control processes.
  • Organized and verified deposit preparation processes to maintain financial accuracy at day's end.
  • Provided ongoing support and mentorship to staff, fostering a smooth transition to new program.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley
05-2014

Skills

Strong interpersonal communication

Experienced in guiding teams

Staff training/development

Employee shift coordination

Achieve targets consistently

Effective multi-tasking

KPI tracking

Sales operations

Timeline

Sales Manager

Pilgrims Pride Corp
07.2019 - Current

Production Superintendent

Pilgrims Pride Corp
09.2018 - 06.2019

Production Manager

Perdue Farms
06.2016 - 08.2018

Assistant Store Manager

Family Dollar
02.2015 - 08.2015

Assistant Store Manager

Dollar General
08.2014 - 04.2015

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Fort Valley State University