Kenneth Johnson
Swift Current,SK
Summary
At Monette Farms Ltd, I led teams to notable success through strategic planning and exceptional relationship building, enhancing collaboration and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. My expertise in operations management and negotiation significantly contributed to financial stability and market expansion, achieving a remarkable increase in team morale and client satisfaction.
Personable and strategic thinker with passion for driving organizational success and fostering collaborative team environments. Possesses deep understanding of leadership principles and financial management, with strong skills in project oversight and strategic planning. Prepared to deliver impactful results through innovative solutions and effective team leadership.
Professional with robust background in directing and managing large-scale operations, consistently driving success through strategic planning and execution. Adept at implementing innovative solutions that enhance productivity and operational effectiveness. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving business needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Seeds
Monette Farms Ltd
11.2018 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
Manager
Simpson Seeds
01.2002 - 10.2018
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Collegiate
Moose Jaw05-2020
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Project management
- Operations management
- People management
- Strategies and goals
- Goal setting
- Issues resolution
- Negotiation
- Contract and vendor management
- Government relations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- CSGA Operator
- CSGA Grader
Timeline
Director of Seeds
Monette Farms Ltd
11.2018 - Current
Manager
Simpson Seeds
01.2002 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Central Collegiate
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