Tod O’Donoghue

Blaine, Minnesota

(763) 862 8480

soundscientisttod@gmail.com

linkedin.com/in/tododonoghue

Professional Summary

Experienced manager, trainer, and sales leader with 20+ years of cross functional expertise in project management, data analysis, and team leadership. Proven success managing multimillion dollar portfolios, leading teams of 5–30, and delivering measurable results in manufacturing, engineering, construction, and retail sectors. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, risk mitigation, and process improvement with strong technical proficiency in Excel, Access, Python, Tableau, Genesis, SAP, and Salesforce. Currently pursuing PMP certification to advance into senior project and product management roles.

Core Competencies

Project Leadership: Full lifecycle management (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, closing)
Change Management: Guided teams through restructuring, fostering engagement and retention
Data Analysis: Forecasting, predictive modeling, KPI tracking, and reporting dashboards
Strategic Pricing & Cost Modeling: Profitability analysis and contract negotiation
Cross Functional Collaboration: Engineering, sales, design, and vendor management
Technical Tools: Excel, Access, Python, Tableau, SAP, Salesforce, CRM, CAD, Dreamweaver

Professional Experience

Supervisor & Specialty Sales Analyst – Lowe’s, Blaine, MN (2019–Present)

Managed $8.5M portfolio including asset management, P&L, inventory, and corporate compliance.
Led specialty sales department to top 1% nationally (March 2024) through data?driven forecasting.
Directed 30+ contractors and staff, implementing workflow improvements and retention strategies.
Delivered weekly KPI reports using SAP, Salesforce, Genesis, and Excel to inform executive decisions.

Project Analyst / Quoting Specialist – C Tech Systems, Twin Cities, MN (2008–2010)

Developed triple constraint baseline quotes for multimillion dollar contracts (Harley Davidson, Onan, Winnebago).
Built GUIs in Access/Excel to streamline sourcing and quoting processes.
Created Work Breakdown Structures to improve forecasting accuracy and project scoping.

Product & Project Analyst – Best Buy Telecom Projects Group, Minneapolis, MN (2005–2008)

Designed reporting systems and implemented critical path methodology for contractor installations.
Monitored timelines and KPIs using advanced Excel/Access functions, ensuring milestone achievement.

Manager – The Floor Center, Maple Grove, MN (2002–2008)

Oversaw regional installations, managing 30+ contractors and supervising design/sales teams.
Directed full lifecycle of construction projects (kitchens, flooring, millwork) with final sign?off authority.

Direct Sales Representative – Comcast / Mediacom / Worldcom (2000–2017)

Generated $500K–$1.5M annually in contracts across telecom and security services.
Expanded territory by sourcing 20+ new buildings, increasing profits by 20%.

Educator & Trainer – COMPAS.org / Anoka Music (2000–2002)

Developed curriculum for ECFE programs and provided private music instruction.
Trained staff on Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and proprietary systems.

Education & Certifications

B.S. Environmental Chemistry – University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
22 Master’s Credits in Public Health – University of Minnesota
Meta Data Analyst Certificate ( Aug 2025)
Python Data Structures & Analytics – University of Michigan (Aug 2025)
PMP Training – LearnKart -(Nov 2025)
PMP Training – University of Maryland In progress
PMI PMP Certification – In progress
OSHA Hazardous Materials SOAR Manager Training Forklift/Reach Truck Certified

Internship

Agri-Chemist Intern – Minnesota Dept. of Agriculture, Incident & Response Unit (1992–1993)

Reviewed and documented chemical incidents since 1950s for federal database compliance.
Supported investigators with case notes and database updates.

Awards

Silver Star – Lowe’s
Highest Profit Margin – The Tile Shop
Top Performer – Comcast #1 Sales Department (2014)
Best in Show – Sculpture B#

Volunteer Work

Hope Food Shelf Retired Neighbors Artistic Restoration Whole Life Expo One World Music Festival May Day Parade