Breakthru Beverage GroupVice President, Portfolio Management
Jul. 2017 - Feb. 2025Florida, United StatesSpearheaded strategic initiatives for 300+ suppliers within most prominent U.S. subsidiary. Led and coached robust team consisting of 4 Directors, 21 Portfolio Managers, and 4 Analysts, while emphasizing excellence in communication, negotiation, and prioritization. Point person responsible for creating and presenting plans to current and prospective suppliers of BBFL. Oversaw all sales, marketing, and operational activities in South Florida. Reported to President of Florida Region. • Partnered with CFO on Annual Operating Plan that was presented to Board, resulting in 13% increase, totaling $1.5B.
• Directed internal and external strategic marketing and tactics, achieving short- and long-term organic market share growth of 7%.
• Oversaw substantial 250 Basis Points increase in suppliers’ gross profit over last 3 years. Additionally, ensured all Supplier Banks adhered to GAAP guidelines.
• Consistently retained 100% of existing suppliers and successfully captured 70+ new suppliers with $42MM+ additional revenue annually on average.
• Received ‘Operations Excellence Award’ 5 consecutive years for top Sales and Operations unit in USA for attributing to team-building activities and meticulous preplanning before major holidays and events.