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Zachariah Schneider

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Hard-driving business leader offering skill in strategic business planning and team development. Skillfully recruit and train employees at all levels to meet customer and business demands. Articulate, forward-thinking and resourceful in meeting unique needs. Results-driven Ceo with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Charter Foods
03.2025 - Current
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
  • Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/costs associated with excess product storage.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, minimizing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels for uninterrupted operations.
  • Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
  • Spearheaded development of new market strategy, significantly enhancing brand recognition and customer base with innovative advertising campaigns.
  • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining workflow processes and adopting cutting-edge technology.
  • Oversaw successful launch of new product lines, coordinating between departments to ensure unified approach and timely delivery.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.

Service Professional

Darden Restaurants, Olive Garden
10.2023 - 04.2025
  • Displayed excellent time management skills by consistently completing tasks within deadline constraints while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Managed high-volume workloads while maintaining a strong focus on client satisfaction.
  • Supported cross-functional teams in achieving shared objectives related to service excellence and client satisfaction goals.
  • Demonstrated commitment to professional development by actively participating in trainings, workshops, or seminars relevant to my field.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
  • Assisted in training new employees, sharing knowledge of best practices and company procedures.
  • Resolved customer complaints, ensuring an optimal resolution for both the client and company.
  • Improved overall service quality by identifying areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
  • Streamlined service processes, resulting in improved efficiency and productivity.
  • Collaborated with team members to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
  • Proactively addressed potential issues before they escalated, preventing negative impacts on the customer experience.
  • Increased customer loyalty through personalized attention and genuine care for their needs.
  • Exceeded performance goals by effectively managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Owner/Ceo

Z & Z Jewelry & Stones
07.2017 - 09.2022
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
  • Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
  • Managed large budgets, collaborating with other departments to eliminate redundancies.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Agora Charter Cyber School
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2017

Skills

  • Sales Leadership
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Design Coordination
  • Team Oversight
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Staff Management
  • Business Administration
  • Sales Oversight
  • Project Management
  • Staff Hiring
  • Product Branding
  • Profit and Loss

Timeline

General Manager

Charter Foods
03.2025 - Current

Service Professional

Darden Restaurants, Olive Garden
10.2023 - 04.2025

Owner/Ceo

Z & Z Jewelry & Stones
07.2017 - 09.2022

High School Diploma -

Agora Charter Cyber School
Zachariah Schneider