George Ryan Simonich
Channahon
Summary
Professional leader with comprehensive experience in driving operational excellence and strategic growth. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful results in dynamic environments. Skilled in navigating complex challenges, optimizing processes, and cultivating positive workplace cultures. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and strong decision-making abilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager/CFO
HEC Insulation and Roofing
09.2018 - Current
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Operations Manager
Johnstone Supply
05.2013 - 09.2018
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
Team Leader
Interstate Warehousing Cold Storage
07.2007 - 05.2013
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.
Assistant Manager
Walgreens
04.2005 - 07.2007
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
09.1997 - 03.2005
- Trained, supervised and organized over 500 soldiers and personnel.
- Collaborated with fellow NCOs to develop innovative tactics and strategies, resulting in improved mission outcomes.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Promoted safety awareness within the platoon, significantly reducing accidents during training exercises and deployments.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Ensured mission success by effectively overseeing daily operations, personnel assignments, and equipment maintenance.
- Evaluated soldier performance regularly, providing constructive feedback that led to overall improvement in individual skills and abilities.
- Instilled discipline within the unit by consistently enforcing military customs and courtesies.
- Maintained high levels of morale among soldiers, fostering a positive and motivated environment.
- Managed over $10 million worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
Education
Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt) - Process Quality Improvement
Governors State University
Park Forest, IL01-2017
BBA - Business Administration
University of Illinois At Springfield
Springfield, IL12-2014
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL05-2012
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem resolution
- Operations management
- Team player
- Time management
- Relationship building
- Training and development
- Customer relations
- Effective leader
- Customer retention
- Process improvements
- Strategic planning
Timeline
General Manager/CFO
HEC Insulation and Roofing
09.2018 - Current
Operations Manager
Johnstone Supply
05.2013 - 09.2018
Team Leader
Interstate Warehousing Cold Storage
07.2007 - 05.2013
Assistant Manager
Walgreens
04.2005 - 07.2007
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
09.1997 - 03.2005
Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt) - Process Quality Improvement
Governors State University
BBA - Business Administration
University of Illinois At Springfield
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Illinois Central College
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