Paul Blackburn
Seeking new opportunities in project management, product management, business management, marketing, sales, analytics, database architecture, as well as implementation of eCommerce, POS and shipping logistics
Business Owner
Project Management
Product Management
eCommerce
Marketing Strategy
Bend (97702) United States (Oregon)
Entrepreneur
Available
I am an entrepreneurial, natural leader with a broad set of technical administration, employee management, marketing, sales, and customer service skills. I’m interested in exploring new opportunities where I could collaborate with other experienced individuals and teams, as well as expand my reach into new industries, products, and services. I have strong expertise in integrating hardware, software, and databases for running efficient eCommerce, as well as physical retail businesses. I am highly skilled at SEO optimization, and I frequently conduct digital marketing campaigns. In addition, I am a competent, influential public speaker, skilled at training and motivating teams I manage.
Owner
Factory Appliance Parts, LLC
Since 2014
Full-time
Bend
- Implemented and configured point of sale software, integrating with accounting software, shipping software, parts lookup software and hardware (e.g. barcode systems, scales, printers, cash drawers).
- Built integrations with many major suppliers and distribution systems.
- Implemented all network and telecommunication hardware and software, including IVR phone routing system, network switches, etc.
- Lead accounting and finance operations.
- Designed and implemented product database.
- Manage digital marketing content and SEO strategy, as well as execution.
- Managed teams of employees.
- Direct customer account management.
- Conduct marketing and web data analysis.
Detailed Description
- I built the company from the ground up, eclipsing my primary competitors’ sales within the first year.
Company Description
Factory Appliance Parts, LLC is an online store that offers over 200,000 products.Lead accounting and finance operations
Operations Manager
Universal Appliance Parts, Inc.
2000
to 2014
Beaverton
United States - Oregon
- Evolved company from a small, brick and mortar store with microfiche and handwritten receipts to a modernized business with fully integrated electronic systems.
- Vastly expanded business by creating an Internet sales channel with a robust eCommerce platform, end-to-end online marketing strategy, and a full rebranding effort for the new Internet division of the company.
- Quadrupled annual sales by bringing the company online and improving storefront, warehouse, and shipping operations.
- Managed and trained all employees.
- Director of online customer account management.
- Implemented and configured point of sale software, integrating with accounting, shipping, and hardware (e.g. barcode systems, scales, printers, cash drawers).
- Built integrations with multiple major suppliers and distribution systems.
- Implemented all network and telecommunication hardware and software, including IVR phone routing system, network switches, etc.
- Designed and implemented product database.
- Managed digital marketing content and SEO strategy, as well as execution.
- Conducted marketing and web data analysis.
Company Description
Universal Appliance Parts was the Largest appliance parts distributor in Washington County. We made sure to get our customers the parts they needed at the lowest price, with personalized customer service and invaluable expertise.
Reserve Police Officer
Beaverton Police Department
1998
to 2013
Beaverton
United States - Oregon
- Longest serving reserve officer in the department’s history (15 years)
- Experience with deescalating intense situations
- Engaging with the community to build positive relations
- CPR certified
- Participated in a wide variety of mentally and physically intense training courses.
- Obtained Oregon's Department of Public Safety Standards certification.
Company website
Manager/Supervisor
Shari's Management Corporation
1997
to 2002
Beaverton
United States - Oregon
- Youngest Supervisor in company history.
- Trained servers and supervisors.
- Completed company leadership course.
- Played a role in their national television commercials.
Company Description
At Shari's, we put the 'family' in family dining. From a warm smile and personal greeting to the fast, friendly service throughout your meal, we make your family feel like they are part of ours. We’re all about the guest. And we’re always open when you’re hungry, 365 days a year.
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