Executive Sales & Operations Leader

KENNETH QUINN

Dalton, GA ***** 706-***-**** **************@*****.***

Sales & Operations Leadership HR & Executive Recruiting Logistics & Supply Chain Production Management Safety & Compliance

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven sales, operations, and HR leader with over 30 years of experience across the flooring, textile, and manufacturing industries. Proven track record as a co-founder and executive leader who has built companies from the ground up, scaled national distribution networks, led recruiting teams placing senior management talent, managed large-scale production operations, and implemented comprehensive safety and compliance programs. Combines the strategic mindset of a business owner with the hands-on operational expertise of a plant manager and the people skills of a seasoned HR professional. Equally effective driving revenue growth, managing complex logistics, developing high-performing teams, or consulting on workforce strategy.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Executive & Corporate Recruiting Recruiter Team Leadership Talent Acquisition & Placement Workforce Development Sales Team Building & Training Distribution & Logistics Management Supply Chain Optimization Production & Operations Management Multi-Shift Workforce Supervision OSHA Safety Compliance & Training Vendor Sourcing & Contract Negotiation Six Sigma Quality Improvement Business Development & Co-Founding KPI Tracking & Reporting Startup Operations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Vice President of Corporate Sales & Co-Founder

Dalton Flooring Specials LLC · Dalton, GA Jan 2024 – Present

•Co-founded a national flooring distribution company serving customers across the United States and Canada.

•Lead all sales operations, marketing strategy, customer acquisition efforts, and sales team training programs.

•Built and manage the full business infrastructure including vendor sourcing, supply chain, order fulfillment, and freight coordination.

•Established brand identity centered on fair pricing, transparency, and integrity-based relationship selling.

•Recruit, onboard, and coach sales personnel, developing their product knowledge and consultative selling skills.

•Manage all wholesale and retail client relationships, ensuring consistent service quality and repeat business.

Corporate Recruiter / Business Consultant

Goddard Mason Executive · Remote Jan 2021 – Jan 2024

•Led and managed a full corporate recruiting team, overseeing daily operations, individual performance, and placement outcomes across multiple client accounts.

•Recruited high-caliber middle- and senior-level management talent for textile and manufacturing organizations nationwide on a direct-hire, salaried basis.

•Specialized in placing operations, production, engineering, and executive-level professionals across the country.

•Provided strategic HR consulting to clients on hiring best practices, employee retention strategies, and workforce development programs.

•Developed recruiting workflows, candidate pipeline management systems, and interview evaluation frameworks used by the team.

•Mentored junior recruiters on sourcing, candidate engagement, compensation negotiation, and closing techniques.

•Maintained trusted long-term relationships with hiring managers and HR leaders at client organizations nationwide.

•Delivered workforce restructuring recommendations to clients experiencing high turnover, rapid growth, or organizational change.

Production Manager – Environmental Center

Tarkett · Dalton, GA Jan 2019 – Jan 2021

•Directed daily production, safety, and environmental operations for teams of 11–24 employees within a World Class Manufacturing (WCM) framework.

•Consistently achieved KPIs in safety, quality, output, and regulatory compliance across all shifts.

•Coordinated multi-shift operations, ensuring seamless production continuity and minimal downtime.

•Facilitated plant-wide process reviews and implemented improvements to throughput and efficiency.

•Led regular safety training meetings and enforced environmental compliance standards.

•Managed employee performance, scheduling, and development within a structured manufacturing environment.

Manufacturing Developer

Seam Dynamics · Dalton, GA Jan 2018 – Jan 2019

•Designed and launched new operational departments for a startup supplier serving Fortune 500 clients.

•Managed logistics, quality assurance, shipping coordination, and vendor/supplier communications.

•Established standard operating procedures and workflows for new production functions from the ground up.

•Served as a key contributor to the company's early operational infrastructure and growth strategy.

Safety Manager & Purchasing Manager

Finishing Dynamics · Dalton, GA Jan 2014 – Jan 2016

•Oversaw full OSHA compliance, safety training programs, and incident prevention initiatives across all production areas.

•Developed and delivered safety orientation and ongoing training programs for all employees.

•Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts, and optimized material procurement to reduce costs and improve lead times.

•Maintained procurement tracking systems and managed supplier relationships to support uninterrupted operations.

General Manager / Safety & Purchasing Lead

Lee Fabricators · Dalton, GA Jan 2012 – Jan 2014

•Assumed full operational leadership following a team walkout; rapidly restructured processes and rebuilt team performance from the ground up.

•Recruited, hired, and onboarded replacement workforce under urgent operational pressure, restoring full production capacity.

•Designed and implemented a comprehensive plant-wide safety program, including medical and OSHA regulatory compliance documentation.

•Managed inventory purchasing and tracking for high-value Harley-Davidson contract components with zero tolerance for error.

•Rebuilt team morale and performance through clear standards, direct leadership, and consistent follow-through.

Vice President of Sales / Co-Owner

Floor Connect · Dalton, GA Jan 2007 – Jan 2012

•Co-founded and grew a regional flooring distribution company from startup to a 17-representative sales force.

•Recruited, hired, developed, and managed the full sales team — building compensation structures, territory assignments, and performance expectations.

•Developed strong wholesale and retail client relationships with emphasis on superior service and curated product offerings.

•Directed quality control programs and resolved complex customer claims efficiently to protect brand reputation.

•Oversaw logistics operations including order management, vendor coordination, and product delivery.

Regional Account Manager / Quality Engineer

Shaw Industries · Dalton, GA Jan 1994 – Jan 2007

•Managed promotional goods and rug product accounts across an 8-state distribution region over a 13-year tenure.

•Coordinated product trials, oversaw claims processing, and maintained strong retailer relationships across a large multi-state territory.

•Led Six Sigma quality improvement projects, achieving measurable reductions in defects and operational waste.

•Facilitated cross-functional teams to drive continuous process improvements at the plant and field level.

Special Customer Sales

Beaulieu of America · Dalton, GA Jan 1992 – Jan 1994

•Supported nationwide Home Depot store setups, ensuring accurate display installation, labeling, and merchandising compliance.

•Conducted extensive travel to oversee setup quality, sales preparation, and brand standards across store locations.

•Developed strong attention to detail and client-facing professionalism during high-volume national rollout campaigns.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

University of West Georgia 1993

Associate of Arts (A.A.)

Dalton State College 1989–1991

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