Jaime Taylor
Mankato
Summary
Business leader with extensive experience at Capstone, specializing in project management that ensures timely completions and boosts operational efficiency. Skilled in digital transformation and revenue growth strategies, utilizing cross-functional collaboration to achieve significant results. Acknowledged for leadership that reduces sales cycles and optimizes processes for long-term success.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner - President
Boelter Window Siding & Roofing
Madison Lake
02.2019 - Current
- Grew business revenue from $1.8M to $7.4M over six years.
- Transitioned operations from paper-based systems to digital processes.
- Introduced 'Deliver Compelling Offer Day One' concept with supporting sales process.
- Reduced average sales cycle duration from 77 days to 15 days.
Business Owner - President
JTSM Properties, LLC
Mankato
06.2015 - Current
- Renovated and managed rental properties to ensure high occupancy rates.
- Acquired, renovated, and sold properties to maximize returns.
- Maintained rental properties to uphold quality and attract tenants.
Director of Project Management, Global Product Development
Capstone
Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
05.2016 - 06.2018
- Directed project management initiatives for global products, achieving timely and cost-effective completions.
- Led cross-functional teams to bolster collaboration and accomplish project objectives.
- Executed strategies to streamline operations and reduce expenses.
Senior Project Manager
Capstone
Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
04.2014 - 05.2016
- Spearheaded senior project management initiatives to optimize project delivery processes.
- Developed comprehensive project plans aligning with business goals and objectives.
- Maintained and updated project plans to ensure continuous alignment with corporate strategies.
Plant Manager
Aerospace Systems a Division of Nortech Systems
Blue Earth
03.2012 - 04.2014
- Promoted within five months to enhance lean practices and culture across plant operations.
- Evaluated staff positions, creating and executing performance improvement plans.
- Managed team development, including repositioning and new hire processes.
- Established profitable goals and led execution strategies with staff collaboration.
- Delivered transformational improvements in operational leadership and project management.
- Fostered employee engagement and effective communications throughout the organization.
- Integrated diverse expertise in manufacturing management, IT, HR, and consulting roles.
- Sought leadership opportunities leveraging a transformational approach to business management.
Manufacturing Manager
Aerospace Systems a Division of Nortech Systems
11.2011 - 03.2012
- Redesigned manufacturing structure based on Toyota model to enhance production capabilities.
- Promoted Team Leads to Supervisor roles to balance workload and prioritize responsibilities.
- Hired additional Team Leads for direct line support in previously unsupported areas.
- Assigned Manufacturing Engineer to floor, focusing on immediate operational needs.
- Introduced manufacturing process design methods, incorporating Process Experts to ensure capability alignment.
- Implemented One Piece Flow lines on batch lines previously deemed unsuitable, achieving notable success.
- Redesigned scheduling tool to include constraints and recovery plans for improved tracking.
- Originated and facilitated multiple Kaizen Blitz events, promoting continuous improvement initiatives.
Custom Print eCommerce Platform Manager
Navitor Inc
North Mankato
04.2010 - 10.2011
- Led development and implementation of large-scale eCommerce enterprise system for superstore client.
- Spearheaded business case and ROI analysis for integrating multiple IT systems into cohesive platform.
- Achieved acceptance from Taylor Corporation and Staples for proposed eCommerce solution.
- Consolidated hardware, software, and locations into one data center, reducing maintenance costs by 66%.
- Decreased headcount by 24% while projecting a 50% increase in sales.
- Established Google Analytics for two major retail customer platforms to enhance data tracking.
- Designed funnels and goals within Google Analytics to optimize user engagement.
- Applied SEO tagging and titling strategies to improve navigation and analytics effectiveness.
ERP Project Leader
Navitor Inc
12.2008 - 04.2010
- Directed ERP initiative from selection to implementation, ensuring alignment across business processes.
- Oversaw all project managers throughout project lifecycle to maintain consistency and quality.
- Facilitated collaboration among various teams to streamline ERP integration process.
- Monitored progress and performance metrics of each project manager for effective delivery.
Project Unity Leader
Navitor Inc
04.2007 - 12.2008
- Consolidated 8 diverse companies into a single brand with unified business practices.
Senior Project Manager - Continuous Improvement
Navitor Inc
07.2005 - 04.2007
- Spearheaded large-scale ERP transformation project unifying eight plants on a single platform.
- Managed diverse team of 88 employees to drive project success and collaboration.
- Developed comprehensive front-end business case and ROI analysis for ERP project acceptance.
- Led selection process by documenting requirements for RFI, RFP, and final performance assessment.
- Established steering committee to uphold corporate directives during ongoing changes.
- Oversaw design and deployment of ERP, achieving over 30% reduction in labor overhead.
- Facilitated analysis and re-engineering of numerous processes to enhance efficiency.
Manager of Project Managers
James Tower
06.2004 - 07.2005
- Established PMO structure to enhance project governance and oversight.
- Implemented professional project management best practices and tools to drive efficiency.
Continuous Improvement
Independent Consultant
01.2002 - 06.2004
- Directed contract process improvements and quality initiatives for two growing companies.
- Managed a team of four members to enhance project execution.
- Achieved $280K savings for ISI through OSHA and DOT safety standards project.
- Realized $100K savings on manufacturing process improvement projects.
Founder / Director of Operations
Resource Project Management
06.1999 - 06.2001
- Co-founded and managed spin-off focusing on process improvement, quality, and safety consulting for 100+ manufacturing clients.
- Drove strategic planning and execution during startup phase.
- Facilitated growth from $0 to $3MM in first-year revenue, achieving $8MM within four years.
Founder / Marketing & Sales
Assembly Services And Packaging
12.1994 - 04.1997
- Co-founded and directed Sales & Marketing for fulfillment company, achieving significant growth.
- Developed comprehensive business plan, model, and operational systems to drive efficiency.
- Secured 20 new customer contracts in first year, including notable client 3M.
- Enabled $3MM in first-year sales, leading to growth of $5MM in subsequent years.
Office Manager
Evergreen Lawns
01.1988 - 01.1992
- Promoted to youngest Branch Office Manager in company history at 21 years old.
- Achieved top national sales representative award after beginning as part-time sales representative.
- Transformed operations, elevating branch from last place to #1 ranking out of 17 nationwide.
- Managed up to 25 personnel while implementing redesigned sales methodology and onboarding processes.
- Aligned employee goals with customer satisfaction metrics, reducing bad debt from 8% to less than 1%.
- Decreased cost-per-close by 35%, contributing to improved financial performance.
- Introduced project management concepts during Business System Conversion project.
- Executed first professional plant turnaround, showcasing leadership and strategic planning skills.
Skills
- Digital transformation and business development
- Revenue growth strategies
- Sales optimization
- Project management
- ROI analysis
- Transformational leadership
- Cross-functional collaboration and coordination
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Operations management
- Strategic planning and process improvement
- Operational efficiency
Locations
- Madison Lake, MN
- Mankato, MN
- Blue Earth, MN
- North Mankato, MN
- Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
Timeline
Business Owner - President
Boelter Window Siding & Roofing
02.2019 - Current
Director of Project Management, Global Product Development
Capstone
05.2016 - 06.2018
Business Owner - President
JTSM Properties, LLC
06.2015 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Capstone
04.2014 - 05.2016
Plant Manager
Aerospace Systems a Division of Nortech Systems
03.2012 - 04.2014
Manufacturing Manager
Aerospace Systems a Division of Nortech Systems
11.2011 - 03.2012
Custom Print eCommerce Platform Manager
Navitor Inc
04.2010 - 10.2011
ERP Project Leader
Navitor Inc
12.2008 - 04.2010
Project Unity Leader
Navitor Inc
04.2007 - 12.2008
Senior Project Manager - Continuous Improvement
Navitor Inc
07.2005 - 04.2007
Manager of Project Managers
James Tower
06.2004 - 07.2005
Continuous Improvement
Independent Consultant
01.2002 - 06.2004
Founder / Director of Operations
Resource Project Management
06.1999 - 06.2001
Founder / Marketing & Sales
Assembly Services And Packaging
12.1994 - 04.1997
Office Manager
Evergreen Lawns
01.1988 - 01.1992
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