Jason Huelsman is seeking a technical sales, account manager or similar role leveraging his experience in operations management, strategic planning, data analysis, and sales. He has over 10 years of experience managing restaurant and retail operations with budgets up to $1M, including overseeing inventory, budgeting, hiring, and customer service. His skills include market research, solution development, sales pipeline management, and negotiating deals. He holds a BS in Hospitality Administration and has experience in roles such as Operations Manager, Store Manager, and Sales Manager.

1. JASON HUELSMAN
12210 W. 96th Terrace, Apt. 103 ■ Lenexa, KS 66215 ■ jasonhuelsman@gmail.com ■ 417-249-0094
TECHNICAL SALES | OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT | ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT | DATA ANALYSIS
Strategic and goal-oriented operations leader seeking to leverage strong sales and business development skills to
transition to a technical sales, account manager or similar role. Leverages strong business acumen, entrepreneurial abilities,
and start-up skills to build and grow organizations from the ground up. Detailed, analytical and technical, using data analysis to
understand and enhance business operations. Capitalizes on market research, business analysis and solution-based focus to drive
revenue growth. Manages and motivates teams to achieving goals. Researches and identifies customer needs and emerging
technology to enhance business operations. Successfully aligns sales goals with business needs. Strong communication skills.
SKILLS & CORE COMPETENCIES
 Strategic Planning & Team Management
 Research & Data Analysis
 Budgets, Cost Control & Profit & Loss (P/L)
 Technical Sales & Account Management
 Customer Service & Vendor Management
 Compliance & Best Practices Adherence
 Needs Analysis & Issue Resolution
 Risk Identification & Mitigation
 Cold Calling & Sales Presentations
 Sales Pipeline Management
 Market Research & Market Penetration
 Gap Analysis & Sales Forecasting
 Solution Proposals Development
 Value Proposition & Sale Deals Closing
 Price & Contract Negotiation
 Sales Management Software & MS Word
EDUCATION
BS, Hospitality and Restaurant Administration – Missouri State University, Springfield, MO 12/2014
Associate of Arts & Science, Chemistry – Ozarks Technical Community College, Springfield, MO 08/2012
EXPERIENCE
OPERATIONS MANAGER | Ride The Wave Bar & Grill, Kimberling City, MO 2016 – Present
Manage store operations, with responsibility for overseeing an $80K annual budget, P/L, bank statement reviews, bookkeeping,
inventory management, marketing, vendor/supplier relationship management, cost controls, and staff management.
 Interview, hire, train and manage staff, ensuring compliance with applicable food handling and safety laws.
 Create and implement operations and customer service plan to promote customer service and repeat business.
 Implement and execute quality control to ensure safe delivery of quality meals in a timely manner to each guest.
 Manage weekly and monthly inventory, ensuring adequate supply, spillage minimization and cost effectiveness.
 Participate in community events to market business, grow brand awareness and acquire new customer base.
 Analyze business data to identify expense and revenue trends, opportunities for improvements and performance gaps.
OPERATIONS MANAGER | Jack Stack Barbecue, Kansas City, MO 2014 – 2016
Oversaw kitchen operations including staff supervision, food handling, meal preparation and presentation. Promoted and
utilized POS operating system to promote kitchen efficiency, and timely and accurate meal delivery to each table.
 Developed innovative ways to utilize food products to reduce cost and increase revenue.
 Contributed to creation and implementation of strategies to increase restaurant brand awareness community-wide.
OPERATIONS MANAGER | Geisha Sushi Bar, Columbia, MO 2011 – 2013
Managed floor and bar, overseeing inventory and liquor orders. Managed, trained and mentored bartenders and servers.
 Created bar operations process, drinks menu, price points; grew revenue, customer appreciation, and repeat business
STORE MANAGER | GM | SALES MANAGER | Ride The Wave, Kimberling City, MO 2005 – 2014
Charged with responsibility for store operations and equipment maintenance for two stores, and oversaw equipment
subleasing to two marinas. Managed P/L, Bookkeeping, inventory, and annual budget totaling $1M. Investigated and resolved
equipment related injury claims.
 Performed and managed sales at main warehouse locations; supervised, trained and delegated tasks to employees.
 Managed daily cost & inventory of personal watercrafts.