Jeff Poston

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About Jeff Poston

Strategic-minded operations leader with an extensive portfolio of success driving staff supervision, daily operations, and customer service efforts. Instrumental in developing incentive programs, slashing overhead expenses, and building high-performance teams to substantially boost bottom lines. Analytical thinker, with demonstrated talent for identifying, scrutinizing, improving, and streamlining complex work processes to enhance operations.Circulation Director • 2008-2010 The Wichita EagleProvided leadership for all division operations at the daily and Sunday circulation McClatchy newspaper. Division produced $11 mm in revenue with an expense budget of $3.5 mm, supporting 17 full-time equivalent staffers and 300 independent contractors.Operations Manager • The Wichita EagleSupervised district managers and distribution center managers in leadership of 300 contractors across the state of Kansas. Negotiated contracts with haulers, distribution centers, vendors and carriers. Led customer service, sales, and circulation strategies and initiatives. Introduced and monitored incentive programs for effectiveness. District Manager • The Wichita EagleResponsible for 20-30 contractors across assigned geographic area; devised delivery route maps, and scheduled distribution shifts. Drove service and sales initiatives.Specialties: Strategic Planning • Budget Development/Administration • Operations Oversight • Sales Management • P&L Responsibility • Customer Service Management • Marketing & Branding Staff Supervision • Project Management • Forecasting • Distribution • Supply Chain Management • Vendor & Contractor Negotiations • Shift Management • Incentive Programs • Continuous Process Improvement • Employee Retention • Extensive experience in consolidation of operations