Objective
To bring my knowledge and experience to an organization that will allow me to continue to grow, educate others, and pass down my skills and knowledge.

Qualifications
6/2008 to 11/2008
ARTHUR RUTENBERG HOMES/ PLANTATION HOMES. Fernandina Beach, FL
Purchasing/Estimating Manager Custom residential homes, light commercial, tract built residential, and remodels

2/2003 to 2/2008
ARTHUR RUTENBERG HOMES/COUNTRY CLUB HOMES. Palm Coast, FL
Project/ Purchasing Manager Custom residential homes.

4/1998 to 2/2003
McEWEN LUMBER. Jacksonville, FL.
Sales Account Specialist, Purchasing Hardwood and soft wood.

8/1995 to 12/1997
HAGAN ACE HARDWARE and LUMBER. Orange Park, FL.
Retail Manager, LBM Manager, and Commodities Purchasing.

9/1994 to 8/1995
Western Supply. Jacksonville, FL
Retail Manager for Building Materials Contractor outlet.

5/1994 to 9/1994
PAUL DAVIS SYSTEMS. Daytona Beach, FL.
Project Manager for light commercial and residential construction.

10/1988 to 5/1994
FLAGLER COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT. Bunnell, FL
Code and Zoning officer.

10/1982 to 5/1988
Scottys Builder Supply. Jacksonville, FL.
Home Center Retail Manager.

9/1976 to 5/1988
Wayne Willowbrook Homes. Palm Coast, FL.
Construction Director Custom residential homes.





Relevant Experience
Developed estimates, established budgets for custom homes and light commercial projects

Managed 7 to 120 employees, hundreds of subcontractors, construction managers, purchasing associates, suppliers, outside sales staff and vendors in support of tasks performed.

Supervised or participated in projects ranging from $100 thousand to $5 Million , residential homes from 2300sf to 11,500sf.

Established and Maintained inventory, with a turn rate of 10 to 12 turns per year.

Generated sales increases to 100%, increased profits thru cost controls and systems development

Operated at multiple locations, stream lined operations and increased efficiency

Assisted in the development of Flagler Countys Land Development Regulations and E911 System

Found and acquired new products to meet specifications of clients and increase sales

Experienced in hiring, developing, training and retention of staff and sub contractors

Responsible for P & L, customer service and sales

Supervised 3 Home center remodels and resets, 6 grand openings


Awards

Most improved sales and inventory 3 times
Commended for rescuing low performing units and returning them to profitability
Noted as the standard to set for other managers
Team Player who could always be counted on
Always made performance bonus for profitability
Commended for purchasing and negotiation skills