Alvin D. Sneed
Spring Hill, FL ***** / 828-***-**** / ******.*****@*****.***
Operations Professional
Profitability Plans ~ Research and Analysis
Career Objective: Performance-focused Operations Executive eager to
contribute practical experience toward actively supporting a dynamic
organization in maximizing results, including bottom line profits.
Profitability Business Acumen Risk Management/Mitigation
Projections Statistical Analysis Financial Planning
Research and Planning Data Gathering Client Acquisition
Business Development
Qualifications Profile
> Proven ability to consistently meet and exceed corporate benchmarks, as
well as success in managing and overseeing site operations for short and
long term goals.
> Strong technical background with the ability to work independently on
multiple research projects with specialized knowledge of financial
reporting, accounting and controls, leadership and management
initiatives, business restructuring, risk management, budget management,
forecasting, data mining systems as well as cross-functional team
development.
> In-depth knowledge of vendor relations related to appropriate utilization
of financial data.
> Possess strong research and analytical skills concerning both
quantitative and qualitative data.
> Comprehensive understanding of various financial systems due to advanced
education and training.
> Excel in defining and implementing policies, procedures and operational
systems that boost productivity, efficiency and quality of operations.
> Competent leader and mentor who is able to create a team environment,
including building collaborative relationships, training peers to perform
at maximum efficiency, and the capacity to form cross-functional
coalitions in order to ensure knowledge is shared across departmental
lines.
> Proven ability to adapt strong process knowledge and technical skills to
diverse organization needs.
> Technology savvy and proficient in multiple software systems and
platforms.
Character Competencies
A Strategic Thinker and Team Leader
> Identifies and facilitates protocols in order to emphasize safety and
mitigate risk. Possesses a balance of the organization's "big picture"
strategic view with detail-oriented management skills to achieve
efficiencies and productive outcomes when working independently or as an
integral part of the team. Further, uses a "Leadership by Example"
approach to achieve the company's goals. Leadership Competencies:
Influencing and Negotiating, Interpersonal Skills, Partnering, Political
Shrewdness, Oral and Written Communication. Intimately familiar with
logistics requirements and the long term planning it requires to be
successful in this field and can identify potential problems before they
become detrimental to the organization.
A Multi-Tasking, Hands-On Project Leader
> Proven abilities to conceive, envision and execute more efficient
approaches and processes, while gaining results through the skillful
utilization of a wide range of internal and external people and resources
to deal with and resolve potential obstacles; willing to assume
responsibility for the implementation and completion of assignments.
A Coalitional Builder and Relationship Cultivation Facilitator
> Possesses the ability to explain, advocate, and express facts and ideas
in a convincing manner as well as negotiate with individuals and groups
both internally and externally. This involves an ability to develop a
professional network with other organizations and to identify the
internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization.
Further, has the ability to provide guidance and counsel to top-level
management as well as the organization's clients with respect to
information assurance and protection.
Comprehensive Business Acumen
> Innovative business leader and strategist with extensive experience in
planning, building & leading teams, operations management, information
systems, project management, business development, budgeting and
forecasting, process improvement, and financial analysis.
> Effective communicator at every level, passionate about building
outstanding business relationships with internal and external customers.
> Accomplished manager with demonstrated success in solving complex
business problems and adding value through effective leadership and
coaching of individuals and teams.
> Expert in enterprise applications implementation, including business
process re-engineering. Experienced in understanding business strategies
and applying change management and best practices to achieve customer buy-
in and adoption.
Professional Career Track
Owner/General Manager, Brother's Restaurant and Country Store
2004- present
Owner/General Manager, Brother's Copper Kettle
2009-2012
Owner/General Manager, Brother's Willow Ranch
2008-2012
. Responsibilities: Comprehensive oversight of all operational aspects of
day to day business, including: P&L review, budget/expense control, labor
management, team leadership, business development, as well as customer
service and satisfaction methods.
. Accolades: Recipient of numerous reader's choice awards from local
newspapers for all three locations, Business of the Year for Working with
Disabled in Cherokee County, Business of the Year for Partnership of
Cherokee County Schools, Best in Display at the North Georgia Technical
College Culinary Seminar two year running, Best Dessert at the Georgia
Mountain Fair Showcase.
Primary Functions: Team Management, Project Management, Project Lifecycle
Oversight, Inspection and Quality Control, Report Preparation, Timeline
Adherence, Client Service Methodologies, Troubleshooting and Creative
Solutions, Staff Management and Supervision.
Academic Credentials
0. Master of Education - Curriculum, Instruction, Administration, and
Supervision, Lincoln Memorial University
1. Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education (Math and Science
Emphasis), Western Carolina University
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