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Vice President, Corporate Finance

Bloomin' Brands, Inc. is one of the largest casual dining restaurant companies in the world with a portfolio of leading, differentiated restaurant concepts. The Company has four founder-inspired brands: Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba's Italian Grill, Bonefish Grill and Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. The Company operates approximately 1,500 restaurants in 48 states, Puerto Rico, Guam and 20 countries, some of which are franchise locations.

Accomplished Global Finance executive with comprehensive experience spearheading national/global business and operational initiatives. Transforms organizations and drives profit through the strategic alignment of process improvements, technology integration, streamlined reporting and cost reduction measures. Translates global objectives into sustainable, adaptable operating models within an evolving business environment. Proven success in process reengineering, reducing G&A expenditures and maximizing profit. Balances management skills, business acumen and far-sighted strategic vision to fulfill varying corporate missions. Assesses risks/opportunities, identifies areas for reinvestment and tracks all phases of projects. Hands-on leader and coach who works smartly, communicates well and makes tough decisions. Winning personality inspires others to succeed. Well respected by all departments and senior management. Creative, balanced and fair. Interpersonally successful at all levels. Areas of Expertise: Productivity/Efficiency, Reinvestments/Costs, Expansion Strategies, Business Planning, Transformations/Turnarounds, Business Restructuring, Reinvestments/Costs, Systems/Technology, Contracts, Contract Negotiations, Strategic Alliances and Operations. Selected Achievements: -- Serve as a trusted advisor to CIOs, CFOs and CEOs based on knowledge of all aspects of finance and close attention to building strong relationships to gain consensus throughout the organization, while applying a “win-win” approach to negotiations externally to assure future cooperation. -- Accountable for $1 billion of SG&A and capital of $300 million for the Fortune 500 company, Avon; achieved annual cost savings of $12-$15 million. Professional Development: -- APICS Training - MRP/DRP/Demand Planning -- Six Sigma Greenbelt Training -- ITILProcessTraining -- SAP Financial System Implementation -- Export Letters of Credit/Documentation