Jamie Kern - Sales Finance Manager
Professional Overview
Jamie Kern is a seasoned Sales Finance Manager with extensive experience in the medical device industry. Leveraging a diverse background in project management, marketing, and client services, Jamie brings a well-rounded skill set to their current role at CONMED Corporation.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Sales Finance Manager at CONMED Corporation since 2011, Jamie is responsible for overseeing the company's sales forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting processes. In this role, Jamie has played a crucial part in driving financial optimization and improving the organization's bottom line. Through effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, Jamie has introduced innovative cost-saving measures and streamlined financial workflows, contributing significantly to CONMED's continued growth and profitability.
Career Progression
Prior to their current position, Jamie served as a Project Manager at CONMED Corporation, where they successfully led the implementation of several enterprise-wide initiatives, demonstrating strong project management and problem-solving skills. Before joining CONMED, Jamie held roles as a Marketing Product Specialist at Quixote Transportation Technologies and in various client-facing positions at Delve, LLC, gaining valuable experience in the fields of marketing, account management, and customer service.
Academic Background
Jamie holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Florida, with a focus on Finance and Marketing. Their academic achievements include Dean's List recognition and various leadership roles within student organizations.
Areas of Expertise
- Sales forecasting and budgeting
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Cost optimization and process improvement
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
- Project management and implementation
- Marketing and client services
Professional Impact
During their tenure at CONMED Corporation, Jamie has made significant contributions to the company's financial performance. Notable achievements include:
- Implementing a new sales forecasting model that improved forecasting accuracy by 18% and enabled more informed decision-making.
- Spearheading a company-wide initiative to streamline financial reporting processes, resulting in a 25% reduction in reporting turnaround time.
- Identifying and executing cost-saving measures that contributed to a 7% increase in CONMED's operating margins over the past three years.
Conclusion
With a proven track record of driving financial optimization and operational excellence, Jamie Kern is a valuable asset to CONMED Corporation. Their diverse background and strong leadership skills position them for continued growth and success in the medical device industry.
