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Ed McAlister

Managerial Profile

ad3p8z@r.postjobfree.com • 864-***-****

LinkedIn • Greenville, SC 29617

PROFILE

Accomplished and results-driven

professional with 15+ years of experience

and proven track record of achieving

significant business growth.

Demonstrated success in strategic

product launches, exclusive distribution

agreements, and market expansion

initiatives. Expertise in driving sales,

optimizing profit margins, and improving

operational efficiency. Recognized for

establishing premier brands and

increasing market share in competitive

industries. Astute leader skilled in

initiating and implementing innovative

procedures in specialized fields,

contributing to advancements in

operational efficiency and industry

standards.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Project Management

Product Development

Team Coordination

Operations Management

Relationship Building

Business Development

Strategic Planning

Training & Development

People Management

Inventory Control

Customer Satisfaction

Budget Management

Site Inspection

Asset Management

Risk Assessment

Contract Negotiation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Managing Director, 2008 – Present

Wynnsong Farm, Greenville, SC

Revamp farm infrastructure by constructing over 4000 feet of field fencing, clearing brush around a three-acre lake, and removing dead trees. Build a barn for tractor storage and workshop space, and revitalize an old barn.

Create 800-foot gravel drive through dense woods and seasonal wetlands. General Manager, 2007 – 2008

The Southern Mulch Company, LLC, Spartanburg, SC

Led and oversaw all retail and recycling operations at multiple sites, managing personnel, inventory, and assets. Monitored inventory costs, ensuring optimal levels across multiple locations. Authored and regularly updated The Southern Mulch Employee Handbook and comprehensive procedures encompassing all aspects of retail and internal operations.

Drove 15% average increase in retail sales during challenging market downturn, concurrently implementing inventory reduction measures and minimizing employee turnover to establish a skilled and reliable workforce.

Identified the necessity of integrating POS with accounting systems and successfully brought repetitive accounting tasks in-house, yielding estimated annual savings of $60K.

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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Director of Retail Sales - American Fab, Inc., Greenville, SC

Strategically positioned American Fab for the successful launch of a new product line via traditional distribution channels, enhancing market presence and potential growth.

Principal and Consultant - Interweld Technology, Inc., Dallas, TX

Skillfully negotiated with an Italian consumable manufacturer, securing exclusive rights for the distribution of products in the United States.

Managing Partner/Treasurer - Janicor LLC., Dallas, TX

Revitalized company performance by tripling sales, enhancing profit margins by 18%, accelerating cash flow through a reduction in receivables from 60 to 45 days, and elevating employee productivity by 20%. President - Arc South Corporation, Dallas, TX

Drove substantial business growth, scaling annual revenue from $10M to $45M and achieving 100% increase in revenue within a three-year timeframe.

Sales Engineer - Alloy Rods Corporation, Middle East and Houston, TX

Elevated Alloy Rods to premier brand status and markedly expanded market share through strategic initiatives and effective brand positioning.

Director of Welding Services - Duke Energy Company, Charlotte, NC

Pioneered and implemented innovative welding procedures for the construction and maintenance of hydroelectric, nuclear, and fossil fuel plants, contributing to advancements in operational efficiency and industry standards. EDUCATION

Master of Science in Welding Engineering - The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH Project Management Professional

Project Management Institute

Bachelor of Science in Welding Engineering – Le Tourneau College, Longview, TX Author of “Automation and Advances in Flux Cored Arc Welding"

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