Zachary Machelett
Marthasville
Summary
Results-driven operations and sales professional with extensive experience in operations management, account management, and inventory control. Proven track record in building client relationships, leading large teams, and enhancing operational efficiency. Strong expertise in construction, landscape operations, and nonprofit leadership.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Landesign Plus
Wentzville
02.2025 - Current
- Led daily operations of landscape maintenance division, supervising 12 field crews to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Coordinated scheduling and workforce planning, enhancing resource allocation and service responsiveness.
- Generated new business through networking and relationship building, resulting in increased client acquisition.
- Negotiated contracts successfully, consistently exceeding sales goals.
- Met with prospective clients to assess project needs and create tailored proposals.
- Developed strong relationships with customers, contractors, and vendors to enhance collaboration.
- Managed customer information, project timelines, and sales pipeline using monday.com and ServiceTitan CRM.
- Designed marketing campaigns and customer retention initiatives to boost engagement.
Operations Manager
Hayden Machinery
Villa Ridge
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Managed procurement operations, including purchasing and processing of vendor invoices.
- Developed strategic vendor partnerships to ensure timely product availability, supporting operational efficiency.
- Processed purchase orders and maintained inventory accuracy through cycle counts and physical inventories.
- Prepared inventory sales forecasts and aging account reports to inform strategic decision-making.
- Collaborated with service and sales departments to guarantee parts availability for customer demands.
- Cultivated relationships with new and existing customers through targeted communication and sales initiatives, enhancing customer loyalty.
- Generated new business opportunities via proactive prospecting and customer outreach efforts.
- Delivered product presentations while preparing accurate quotations for prospective clients.
Foreman
Landesign
Wentzville
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Supervised crews on commercial and residential landscape construction projects.
- Planned and scheduled project timelines, coordinating material deliveries to meet deadlines.
- Ordered job materials to maintain efficient workflow across multiple sites.
- Installed retaining walls using Versa-Lok, Keystone, Unilock, Romanstone, and other systems.
- Executed installations of patios, walkways, steps, drainage systems, fireplaces, and concrete features to enhance functional landscaping.
- Operated various heavy equipment to enhance operational efficiency.
- Ensured adherence to productivity, quality, and safety standards, contributing to successful project completions.
Department Lead
WEG Transformers
Washington
11.2017 - 03.2019
- Oversaw workflow and production goals, driving operational efficiency.
- Trained employees to uphold production quotas and quality standards, ensuring operational consistency.
- Led third-shift production team in transformer manufacturing, consistently meeting daily targets.
- Inspected and tested transformers, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Performed final inspections and executed oil filling procedures accurately.
Education
High School Diploma -
Troy Buchanan High School
Troy08-2017
Skills
- Management of operations
- Procurement and inventory oversight
- Contract negotiation
- Sales growth initiatives
- Customer account oversight
- Vendor relationship management
- Project timeline coordination
- Landscape project management
- Customer engagement strategies
- CRM proficiency
- Digital marketing strategies
- Microsoft Office expertise
- Equipment maintenance
- Leadership in team dynamics
Certification
- Class E License
- OSHA30
Timeline
Operations Manager
Landesign Plus
02.2025 - Current
Operations Manager
Hayden Machinery
08.2023 - 02.2025
Foreman
Landesign
03.2019 - 08.2023
Department Lead
WEG Transformers
11.2017 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Troy Buchanan High School