Jeff Smorey
Menifee
Summary
Strategic sales and management professional with a proven track record of building relationships and designing and employing innovative management solutions. Leader and problem solver who goes outside the box for cost savings while increasing productivity and accuracy.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
SMOREY MANAGEMENT
01.2022 - Current
- Optimized listings and implemented dynamic pricing strategies, enhancing occupancy rates while ensuring 24/7 guest communication, managing turnover cleaning and restocking, conducting routine maintenance, and maintaining local legal/tax compliance.
- Managed short-term vacation rentals on Airbnb and Vrbo, ensuring high guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Warehouse Manager
TYSON GROUP INCORPORATED
01.2022 - Current
- Control and manage inventory.
- Supervise warehouse employees and oversee daily operations.
- Maintain UPI(Units Per Hour) log for each employee.
- Ensure a high degree of detail and focus on every job.
- Manage customer service requests promptly and resolve issues quickly.
Warehouse Manager
ULTRA PRO INTERNATIONAL
Commerce, CA
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Monitored and organized inventory to support operational efficiency and reduce shortages.
- Oversaw workforce performance and ensured efficient execution of daily warehouse operations.
- Monitored and recorded UPI logs for each employee to ensure accurate tracking.
- Evaluated condition of tools and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Monitored adherence to company policies and regulations to maintain operational integrity.
- Ensured thoroughness and precision in every aspect of job performance to uphold quality standards.
- Coordinated with drivers to ensure timely and effective delivery of products.
- Facilitated efficient handling of customer service inquiries to enhance client satisfaction and resolve issues effectively.
- Developed and maintained Ultra Pro's reputation as a leading provider of investment protection solutions for collectibles and sports memorabilia.
Global Sales Manager
ULTRA PRO INTERNATIONAL
Commerce, CA
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Spearheaded and drove sales increases 7% by creating and enforcing processes and procedures, implementing obtainable goals, and managing third-party warehouse finished goods stock levels to ensure sufficient inventory.
- Ultra PRO is the leading global supplier of investment protection products for collectibles and sports memorabilia.
Web Operations Consultant
WE ARE THE MIGHTY
Hollywood, CA
01.2016 - 01.2016
- Worked with sales and creative teams to ensure assets were ready for branded campaigns on We Are The Mighty’s owned and operated digital and social media platforms.
- We Are The Mighty is a media and entertainment brand servicing the 114M member military community.
Account Manager
DELUXE-TECHNICOLOR DIGITAL CINEMA
Burbank, CA
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Developed and maintained client relationships and managed timelines and budgets for thirteen studios worth $750K of annual business.
- Streamlined customer deliverables against internal capacity with strict theatrical release deadlines — managed over 120 titles with .001% downtime in theaters.
- Provided direction to 17 Account Coordinators and structured operational priorities.
- Diagnosed potential issues/problems with projects, formulated/implemented solutions for clients.
- Deluxe Technicolor is a joint venture postproduction company specializing in theatrical digital cinema. Services include mastering of DCP’s (digital content packages), content distribution, and management services for all Hollywood Studios.
Distribution Manager
DELUXE-TECHNICOLOR DIGITAL CINEMA
Burbank, CA
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Led the daily operations of two west coast digital distribution departments and managed over 20 employees — duties included oversight of MPAA secure video vault with over 25,000 digital assets.
- Spearheaded employee development activities for 12 employees across associate, supervisor and assistant manager levels.
- Built and enforced an employee “zero-defect” distribution environment — developed security procedures and trained 20+ employees to set the industry standard for MPAA security audits.
- Reduced unnecessary manpower by 25% while maximizing shift coverage by 30% in Replication/Distribution and Vault Management.
- Engineered process to increase USB drive replication by 400% and throughput capacity by 800%.
- Tracked and analyzed project KPIs and communicated real-time updates with clients.
- Liaised between studio account execs and digital cinema producers on over 700 titles.
- Deluxe Technicolor is a joint venture postproduction company specializing in theatrical digital cinema. Services include mastering of DCP’s (digital content packages), content distribution, and management services for all Hollywood Studios.
Supervisor, Digital Operations
DELUXE-TECHNICOLOR DIGITAL CINEMA
Burbank, CA
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Hands on management and design of staff development and employee performance programs.
- Led procurement of 150K USB purchase, cutting costs by 17% and driving errors down 15%.
- Designed and implemented a packaging upgrade that reduced freight costs $632K annually.
- Assisted digital cinema distribution expansion; grew business 12 to 60+ theaters in eight months.
- Replicated, verified and shipped over 2,500 drives to 60 locations per year.
- Procured returns of digital cinema packages and recycled products back into inventory.
- Led the research that yielded 18% increase in replication capabilities.
- Deluxe Technicolor is a joint venture postproduction company specializing in theatrical digital cinema. Services include mastering of DCP’s (digital content packages), content distribution, and management services for all Hollywood Studios.
Store Manager
BUCKEYE CHECK CASHING, INC.
Cincinnati, OH
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Managed seven tellers and monitored and analyzed all transactional balancing. Organized and implemented procedures to maximize efficiency and accuracy. Performed management tasks including hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, salary reviews and terminations as required.
Store Manager
2ND SWING GOLF
Cincinnati, OH
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Directed sales and operational efforts for six sales and support staff. Recruited, trained, and coached staff on all service initiatives to ensure maximum profitability. Assisted in grass roots marketing efforts to grow business while monitoring and analyzing marketplace challenges. Drove on-floor sales during peak times while emphasizing current sales initiatives and customer retention.
Manager Corporate Sales/Marketing
GREATER CINCINNATI RELOCATION SERVICES
Cincinnati, OH
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Acquired and managed new corporate temporary housing accounts through canvassing, telemarketing, networking and referrals. Maintained corporate accounts by establishing world-class relationships with customers and addressing any concerns or dynamic needs. Negotiated new and continuing leases.
Technical Specialist
SUN CHEMICAL, Dispersions Division
Cincinnati, Ohio
01.1992 - 01.2000
- Technical Service, Project Management, and Research and Development: Assist customers with technical questions and recommendations regarding how aqueous dispersions will affect their products. Responsible for product development and new product formulations. Other responsibilities include organizing and distributing incoming work while ensuring projects are expedited in a timely and accurate manner.
Education
BS - Physical Education
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WVSkills
- Sales management
- Strategic marketing planning
- Service excellence
- Warehouse operations
- Inventory and stocking
Interests
Open water swimming, cycling and running
Timeline
Owner
SMOREY MANAGEMENT
01.2022 - Current
Warehouse Manager
TYSON GROUP INCORPORATED
01.2022 - Current
Warehouse Manager
ULTRA PRO INTERNATIONAL
12.2020 - 03.2021
Global Sales Manager
ULTRA PRO INTERNATIONAL
01.2016 - 01.2019
Web Operations Consultant
WE ARE THE MIGHTY
01.2016 - 01.2016
Account Manager
DELUXE-TECHNICOLOR DIGITAL CINEMA
01.2014 - 01.2016
Distribution Manager
DELUXE-TECHNICOLOR DIGITAL CINEMA
01.2012 - 01.2014
Supervisor, Digital Operations
DELUXE-TECHNICOLOR DIGITAL CINEMA
01.2007 - 01.2012
Store Manager
BUCKEYE CHECK CASHING, INC.
01.2003 - 01.2006
Store Manager
2ND SWING GOLF
01.2001 - 01.2003
Manager Corporate Sales/Marketing
GREATER CINCINNATI RELOCATION SERVICES
01.2000 - 01.2001
Technical Specialist
SUN CHEMICAL, Dispersions Division
01.1992 - 01.2000
BS - Physical Education
Fairmont State University