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Dynamic, intelligent, and experienced Product Manager with expertise in global sourcing and high-level sales support, eager to integrate broad based experience in product lifecycle management, regulatory compliance, profitability analysis, and trend interpretation, toward supporting the bottom line goals of an international manufacturer.  Superior leadership style, with extensive product development and ideation experience, as well as cross-cultural business competence,  enterprising performance, and history of success.  Core competencies include:

 

   Strategic Planning and Execution

   Natural Leadership Ability

   Teambuilding/Employee Development

   Create Customer Focused Environment

   Contribute to Efficiency Improvement

   Optimize Profitability Results

   New Product Identification Development/Sourcing

   Identify Suppliers, Negotiate Terms, Contain Costs

   Maintain or Improve Product Quality

   Well-Versed in Cross-Cultural Business Etiquette

   Superior Sales/Relationship Management

   Strong Marketing and Presentation Skills

   Driven to Succeed and Exceed Goals

   Trusted, with Unquestionable Integrity

 

 

2008 to 2010:  Aurora Health Care, Milwaukee, WI - Intranet Coordinator

   Led strategic project management initiatives to effectively coordinate the restructuring of 256 intranet sites with 750+ site administrators, leading to increased business cohesion and uniformity of corporate framework.

   Provided leadership and oversight for complex content management software (CMS) upgrades, implementation, and site administrator training; authored training documentation, ensured expedited problem resolution and resource allocation.

 

1998 to 2006:  Chr. Hansen, Inc., Milwaukee, WI - International Product Manager/Animal Health and Nutrition

   Led strategic product development and portfolio maintenance for the Animal Health and Nutrition division product lines; updated project formulas, deployed pricing strategies, contributed toward label development, and forecasted sales activity.

   Provided outstanding client relationship management for key accounts; received 2004 Most Valuable Sales Supporter for producing significant bottom line impact through exceptional sales development and support.

   Spearheaded the development of multiple new product launches with revenues valued at $1.4MM; captured key market share in a highly competitive industry, aligned business principles to marketing development, and formulated strategies to enhance perception and create distinction among competitors.

   Collaborated with production planning and materials manufacturing to drive significant increases in on-time production results; designed MSDS for product line, created labels and packaging specifications.

   Established external and division-to-division pricing to optimize profitability levels; developed price quotes and costing information for all new products within the division.

   Provided information to legal and regulatory parties both domestically and internationally; communicated with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Chr. Hansen affiliates in Mexico, Brazil, Denmark, and Argentina.

Key Contributions

© Achieved targeted goal of $8.8MM annual product line sales; managed international product launches in Canada, Mexico, United Kingdom, and Denmark, and increased sales in these regions by 6.2%.

© Improved production and net revenue by 14% by streamlining production processes and equipment modifications.

© Improved client relations resulting in 21% increase in service revenue and 7% increase in overall sales.

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© Chaired and managed North American cross-functional Production, Sales & Marketing, Development & Application Team, tasked with leading integrated global marketing strategies, improving inter-company communication, and developing standardized global production and marketing guidelines.

© Key member of the International Action Advisory Committee; first North American contact for recalls in Animal Health & Nutrition products sold through European affiliates.

© Streamlined global production and eliminated 25% of least profitable portion product lines.

© Key liaison for largest clients; produced a 66% reduction in customer complaints, and a 5.3% increase in sales in 2003 despite challenging economical conditions.

 

2005 to Present:  San Marco Realty; Pewaukee, WI - Co-Owner and Maintenance/Property Director

   Drive day to day business management of rental properties, leasing activities, client relations, and business development for investment properties.

   Leverage strong business acumen and negotiation skills to increase profitability of rental properties by 26% within 18 months.

   Project managed successful renovation of 11 buildings; maintained compliance with company standards, adhered to project budgets, and supervised construction personnel.

   Prepare and maintain lease agreements, collect rent, assess utility usage and effectively manage delinquent accounts.

   Apply dynamic marketing and promotions skills to create interest in residential units; consistently maintain high occupancy rates to optimize revenue targets.

 

1995 to 1998:  Action Heating and Cooling, Inc - Service Manager

   Effectively reduced service department costs by 12% through the implementation of standardized purchasing agreements, service contracts and expected services delivery requirements.

   Ideated the use of product data questionnaires, interviews, and client feedback for to improve customer service satisfaction indicators.

 

 

University  of Xxxxxx, Milwaukee, Xxxxxx - BS Molecular Biology, Minor in Economics,

Member: Association of International Product and Marketing Managers (AIPMM)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dear <Name Here>,

 

As a en experienced Product Manager with a passion for creative development, international business relations, and brand imaging, I am eager to combine my advanced professional experiences into a leadership role with your organization.  I believe after reading the description for <position here> on <where you found the posting here>, that I am the ideal candidate for the position.

 

I have been called ambitious and self motivated by my superiors, and I have enjoyed much success in all of the positions I have held.   I am able learn quickly, adapt to a rapidly changing environment, and deliver results quickly.   In addition, my client relations, business development, staff management and international procurement skills are unmatched, and I am certain that I would be a valuable, contributing member of your team from day one.

 

I have found that I have a genuine talent for innovation and creative marketing strategy development, and have gained a significant amount of new business development, high profile client relations and project management experience throughout my career.  I can offer a broad base of experiences and would like to share my talents and skills with <organization here>.

 

I would welcome the opportunity to learn more about the position and am anxious to speak with you further.  I believe it would be mutually beneficial for us to meet, and I will contact you within a week to arrange for an interview.   Should you require any additional information, I can be contacted at the phone numbers listed above.

 

Best Regards,