John Albanese
Hardeeville
Summary
Dynamic Division President with a proven track record in supply chain optimization and strategic planning. Expertise in contract negotiation and financial forecasting, driving organizational success and profitability.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Division President
Ferraro Foods of NY East LLC
Edgewood
01.2021 - 03.2025
- Directed operational strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to implement new product initiatives.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers.
- Led market analysis to identify growth opportunities in the food sector.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced customer service quality and increased customer satisfaction.
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance team performance and knowledge sharing.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to maximize value for the organization.
- Oversaw daily operations of multiple departments within the division, including personnel management, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Presented quarterly reports outlining financial results and key initiatives before the board of directors.
- Coached staff members on professional development techniques leading to higher job satisfaction rates.
- Developed and managed short-term and long-term plans for divisional growth, profitability, and market share.
- Directed development of strategies that ensured organizational success and financial stability through targeted initiatives.
- Reduced staff numbers while optimizing departmental functions, leading to increased revenue and improved team performance.
- Collaborated with other senior executives to create a vision for the company's future direction.
- Maintained thorough client and division records.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
President
Cremosa Food Company LLC
Melville
08.1995 - 12.2020
- Directed company strategy and vision, resulting in enhanced market presence.
- Managed financial planning and budgeting for operational needs.
- Provided leadership and guidance on budgeting decisions to maximize resources available.
- Established fundraising strategies that increased financial support for programs and services.
- Organized and facilitated board meetings, strategic planning sessions, and annual conferences.
- Evaluated market trends to inform strategic business decisions.
- Cultivated relationships with suppliers and stakeholders for product sourcing.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain product standards.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficient production processes.
- Collaborated with staff members to ensure operational efficiency of the organization.
- Coordinated work across departments to keep teams on track with company goals.
- Managed and oversaw leadership team to meet established KPIs and achieve objectives and key results.
- Managed personnel issues including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluation, and termination.
- Cultivated and maintained positive working relationships with employees, executives and other stakeholders.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for services such as IT maintenance or event catering.
- Analyzed financial statements and forecasts to inform improvements in programs, performance, and policies.
- Oversaw daily administrative tasks such as payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable management.
- Determined performance goals and offered tactics for achieving milestones.
- Delivered speeches and attended industry conferences to promote company image and engage with buyers.
- Represented the organization at community events and public forums to promote its mission.
- Managed and oversaw leadership team to meet established KPIs and achieve objectives and key results.
Education
BBA - Labor Management Relations
Pace University
New York, NY05-1979
Skills
- Supply chain optimization
- Logistics management
- Contract negotiation
- Financial forecasting
- Market analysis
- Strategic planning
- New business development
- Operational efficiency
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
- Performance coaching
- Customer relationship management
- Problem solving
Timeline
Division President
Ferraro Foods of NY East LLC
01.2021 - 03.2025
President
Cremosa Food Company LLC
08.1995 - 12.2020
BBA - Labor Management Relations
Pace University