Sharon Moore
? *** Barclay Boulevard, Princeton, NJ 08540 ?
732-***-**** ? **************@*****.***
GEMERAL MANAGEMENT
Innovative and solutions oriented Business Management and Project
Management professional with 17+ years of experience in diverse industry
sectors. Valued and well-respected leader who can easily bring people,
projects, and resources together to creatively solve problems and meet
desired business outcomes. Additional keys to success include:
. Determined and self-motivated to define strategies, operational
objectives, and energize sales teams to take business to the next
level.
. Articulate communicator and work well with people from all areas,
cross functional teams, corporate heads, and key decision makers.
. Team player who is passionate about developing people and teams within
time sensitive, high energy environments.
. Established reputation for quality, satisfaction, and results as shown
by measurable achievements in the field.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Project Management ( Operations Management ( Change Management ( Risk
Management
Team Building & Mentoring ( Cross Functional Leadership ( Strategic
Planning ( Employee Relations
Management Reporting & Accounting ( Financial Management ( Competitive
Sales
Sales & Marketing Management ( P&L Accountability ( Program Management (
Communications
Presentations ( Resource Maximization ( Key Performance Indicators (
Strategic Alliances & Partnerships
Inventory Management ( New Business Development ( Consultative Sales
Process Improvement ( Problem Solving ( Cost Containment ( Revenue
Enhancement
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Kent H. Landsberg, Cranbury, NJ (2007 - 2010)
General Manager
Managed staff of 28 direct reports with full P&L accountability for $22M
revenue generating industrial packaging distribution firm. Provided
operational oversight for all Sales, Procurement, Customer Service,
Inventory Management, Warehouse, and Fleet functions. Re-engineered
processes and established key performance metrics that enhanced
productivity and profitability. Applied performance measurement standards
and conducted management reviews for continuous process improvement to
customers and sales team. Conducted customer satisfaction surveys, team
meetings, and ensured steady on-time delivery with favorable outcomes.
Supported budget development and business financials for audit compliance.
Coached and developed direct reports and cross functional teams to improve
knowledge and engagement. Devised and instituted business and promotional
strategies for Sales team with key accounts achieving increased market
share and consultative offerings. Maintained key supplier partnerships for
a positive impact on inventory turns, aging, expense, and working capital.
Notable Achievements:
. Successfully project managed the new JD Edwards system rollout and
associated business process that greatly enhanced operations.
. Directed all facets of major facility re-organization projects that
included new equipment showroom, warehouse racking, and lighting that
yielded cost savings and improved co-worker safety.
. Focused on market segmentation and food service sales and grew revenue
11% despite slow economy.
. Created and implemented co-worker trainings for products, operating
systems and policies, and ensured uniformity and consistency of
operation at all levels.
. Received numerous management accolades for sales achievements and
selected financial KPI's.
. Awarded 2 consecutive Amcor Safety Awards for no lost-time or
recordable incidents.
. Chaired Safety, Facility, Environmental, and Business
Continuity/Crisis Management teams and applied key initiatives for
sustained process improvement.
. Planned, coordinated, and facilitated multiple company events and
sales kickoffs, open houses, and vendor seminars that increased co-
worker knowledge and grew sales.
. Spearheaded ISO Quality initiative that minimized cost of quality
issues.
GAF/MGD Solutions, Wayne, NJ (2007)
Consultant/Senior Project Manager
Led cross-functional project team and integrated business processes for
GAF's largest acquisition incorporating all HR, Purchasing, Customer
Service, Logistics, IT, Pricing, and Sales Departments into existing
operation.
Notable Achievements:
. Managed master and individual timelines, continuously assessed risk
and deliverable status, and achieved successful merger into GAF
operations.
Strategic Packaging Group / L&M Optical Disc, East Windsor, NJ (2002 -
2007)
Business Development Manager & Program Manager
Managed staff and business initiatives within contract packaging and
fulfillment. Conducted staff meetings and coached/mentored teams. Performed
customer requirements analysis, work statements, scope, assignments,
reporting, and project implementation. Spearheaded all facets of project
stages that included concept, budget, structural design, procurement,
printing, fulfillment, and distribution.
Notable Achievements:
. Established and applied risk mitigation, corrective actions, and
proactive change management procedures that decreased project
timelines and freight expenses.
. Developed and implemented 2 new programs for Strategic Packaging Group
that resulted in a 30% reduction in materials cost and grew gross
profit 25%.
Lexis-Nexis Publishing, New Providence, NJ (2001 - 2002)
Business Development Consultant
Served as member of Practice Advisory Board for this legal publishing firm.
Identified alliance partners and planned, coordinated, and facilitated
business activities for development section of online vertical community
that targeted lawyers and legal community.
Notable Achievements:
. Key contributor to E-Portal Alliance Business Development initiative
that placed company on track for competitive positioning,
subscription growth, greater shareholder value, and preferred choice
of law students.
Megasoft / Insync LLC, Freehold, NJ (1998 - 2002)
Vice President - Sales and Marketing
Directed strategic planning, managed budgets, and delivered key financial
performance indicators for Sales and Marketing of this major software
manufacturing and software development company. Mentored and led Sales,
Customer Service, Telemarketing, and Sales Administration in all business
functions and initiatives. Facilitated project management for Marketing
programs and delivered lead generation campaigns that included direct mail,
web marketing, trade shows, partnerships and co-branding, public relations,
and multimedia product design.
Notable Achievements:
. Negotiated and secured a $1M OEM legal agreement and served as project
manager for major software implementation for Motorola Corporation
from requirements analysis to quality control and installation.
. Created and instituted sales contents, in-house training programs,
promotions, direct and channel sale strategy, and policies that
enhanced operations, employee morale, and profitability.
. Worked as a team and grew revenue 300% over a 5-year period.
. Devised and implemented a Sales Force Automation system that increased
productivity by 50%.
EARLY CAREER as a Director of Sales, MEGASOFT and Account Manager, Xerox
Corporation.
EDUCATION
BS in Business Management & Leadership, Rider University, Lawrenceville, NJ
(Anticipated 5/2012)
Professional Development:
PMP Certification (Anticipated 6/2010); Xerox Sales Training; Miller Heiman
- Strategic Account Management; Leadership Through Quality; Field
Management of Sales People; Channel Management; Strategic Planning;
Competitive Marketing Strategies; ISO Training; JD Edwards; MS Excel,
PowerPoint, and Hyperion
AFFILIATIONS
Actively involved in Programs and Offerings of:
Project Management Institute, Toastmasters, and National Association of
Female Executives