Manager Staff

CHRISTOPHER DUBOSE

*********@*****.***

**** ***** ******** 773-***-**** (H)

Chicago, Illinois 60651 773-***-**** (Cell)

Dynamic, highly motivated management professional with extensive experience in Operations Management, distribution, career development and project management. Proven track record of streamlining daily operations

while providing creative and insightful vision for future growth.

PROFILE

Leadership Ability and Industry Knowledge: Extensive, loyal experience with an industry-leading

corporation marked by a series of promotions and frequent recognition for outstanding managerial

performance. Think strategically and act operationally to develop innovative / strategic plans in

order to generate revenue and increase bottom line profit. A clear and articulate motivator; drive

fellow staff to perform at optimal levels through leading by example. Skilled decision maker, able to

provide information and solutions with credibility and expertise. Build and nurture positive

rapport with staff, supervisors and professionals of all levels. Communicate effectively; able to

explain complex concepts in easily understandable terms.

Adaptability: Versatile professional; perform optimally in ever-changing environments. Observant

and quick-thinking; able to efficiently master new business processes and quickly comprehend all

aspects of complicated situations. Excels when working independently while performing exceptionally

within a team. Self-motivated; highly effective in pressure situations.

Impeccable Work Ethic: Prepared to go above and beyond the call of duty to ensure organizational goals

are met. Tenaciously executes all projects while providing visionary insight for optimization. Gifted at

translating big-picture vision into practical, strategic action plans for success. Remain focused on

productivity while maintaining the highest standards of ethics, integrity and professionalism.

CORE - Process Improvement - Project Management – Team Developer

SKILLS - Manufacturing Expertise - Problem Resolution – Effective Communication

EXPERIENCE THE HOME DEPOT Romeoville Illinois 2012 to Present Operations Manager

• Strategic and Operational Planning: Provide departmental input to DC manager for development of operating plans for warehouse and transportation operations in support of organizational goals.

Attended meetings with staff, assistant supervisors, analysts, and technicians to

discuss production issues and update of production status, analyzed budget

productivity, evaluated employee performance and relayed personnel safety

information.

• Participate with DC manager in the development of department operating procedures.

• Managed a divers staff or Department Heads and associates to achieve daily goals

• Developed profit and loss statements; analyzed the fiscal stability of the Inbound/Outbound Dept.

and implemented plans to improve productivity.

• Maintained positive professional contact with diverse personnel and team leaders

to improve overall performance and ultimately increase bottom line profit.

THE TRIBUNE COMPANY Chicago, Illinois 1985 to Apr/2012

Operations Manager (1997 to Dec/2010)

• Led tasks and scheduling for production staff of over 100 employees.

• managed a $5 million budget. Consistently 10-15% under budget goals

• Developed profit and loss statements; analyzed the fiscal stability of the Packaging Dept.

and implemented plans to improve productivity.

• Supervised over 250 employees across two shifts in all aspects of daily operations,

task management, and work flow; served as interdepartmental liaison, providing

assistance as needed.

• Implemented successful hiring and training procedures.

• Monitored equipment, inventory / consumables control (proving purchases), and

efficiency of all aspects of daily production operations.

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Achievements

• Successfully maintained productivity while reducing labor costs and production

time to a four day, two shift production work week; led to cost savings of over

$150,000 in labor costs and over $1 million under projected budget.

• Streamlined operations through the strategic development and implementation

of goals / plans and the efficient resolution of any staff issues, production concerns

and budget modifications.

• 2008 Ascender Award Winner for optimal management performance.

• Won the 1997 Director’s Award (top award within company for the successful

completion of large project).

Supervisor (1994 to 1997)

• Supervised staff of 20 in daily aspects of newspaper production.

• Monitored / operated inserting machinery and coordinated equipment checks.

• Ensured compliance with all OSHA and Tribune Company regulations.

• Conducted regular staff meeting during which production goals and scheduling

were determined.

• Identified issues through close operational analysis; issued demerits and

implemented corrective action plans as needed.

• Mentored personnel, inspire and hone latent abilities.

• Evaluated staff during annual performance reviews.

• Served as liaison between manufacturing and maintenance department.

Achievement

• 1995 Director’s Award winner.

Assistant Supervisor / Operations Coordinator (1993 to 1994)

• Assisted supervisor in all daily production operations.

• Coordinated staff and assigned projects based on diverse personnel abilities.

• Served as liaison to ensure all information associated with daily business is

accurately communicated between departments.

• Monitored departmental productivity and assist supervisor in completion of both

daily and weekly reports in relation to operational status.

• Conducted team meetings to ensure all personnel are performing at the highest

level of efficiency; provide coaching, counseling and evaluations to employees

regarding performance in relation to company expectations.

• Monitored payroll and coordinated all scheduling for staff members.

Achievement

• Won the 1993 Team Award for successful large-scale project completion.

Packager (1985 to 1993)

• Operated in-service machines, set-up jobs, performed troubleshooting, and

produced finished packaging products.

• Developed in-depth knowledge of programmed and manual machines.

EDUCATION NORTH PARK UNIVERSITY Chicago, Illinois 2002

• Master of Business Administration

NORTHEASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY Chicago, Illinois 1985

• Bachelor of Science: Finance

SOFTWARE • MS Office • KRONOS • FEPS

VOLUNTEER WOMEN UNLIMITED, INC. Oak Brook, Illinois Keynote Speaker 2008

UNITED WAY Chicagoland Area Volunteer 2001 to 2002

AFFILIATIONS NEWSPAPER ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA

NATIONAL BLACK MBA ASSOCIATION

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