J. Lee Dobbs
Byron Center, MI **315
***********@*****.***
Objective
To utilize my discipline; positive attitude; organizational, problem
solving and communication skills to expedite the purchasing process for any
company
Qualifications
. Self-motivated, assumes responsibility readily and possesses a high
degree of integrity.
. Well rounded, dependable team player, and learns quickly.
. Skilled in applying a logical, common sense approach to solving
problems.
. Well organized and places a high priority on effective management
. Can communicate effectively with subordinates, peers and those in
authority inside and outside the company.
Experience
Buist Electric, Inc. - Purchasing - September 1996 through July 2012
. Responsible for purchasing a minimum of $1,000,000.00 in electrical
equipment per month.
. Responsible for negotiating prices, processing orders, verifying cut
sheets and expediting deliveries
. Maintained project budgets while providing performance solutions
. Stayed up to date on new products by attending manufacturer seminars
. Met required quotas
. Developed relationships and acted as liaison with vendors, field
foreman, project managers and end users to successfully satisfy and
maintain relationships.
Crescent Electric Supply Company - Customer Service - January 1973 through
September 1996
. Gross sales volume minimum of $300,000 per month
. Responsible for providing quality customer service, negotiate pricing,
processing orders and expediting deliveries.
. Worked with payables to insure orders met negotiated prices by
approving final invoice.
. Timely in arrival for pick up and drop off of clients.
. Serviced customers with a positive attitude and pleasant demeanor.
. Attended several continuing education seminars
. Started in lighting showroom, promoted to warehouse, advanced to
driver and finally to sales.
Education
South Christian High School - Graduated in 1973
Non-Profit Organizations
The Calvinist Cadet Corps
. Cadet Counselor at Immanuel CRC - 1977 - Present
. Head Cadet Counselor at Immanuel CRC - 1980 - Present
. Chairman of 2013 Calvinist Cadet Counselor Convention
. Co-Chairman of Annual Cadet Golf Outing - 2009 - Present
. Past President of the Grand Rapids Cadet Council - 2002-2006
. Member of the Steering Committee for International Cadet Camporee -
1993-2008
. Chairman of the Equipment for the International Cadet Camporee - 2011
. Regional Training Coordinator for the North Central Region
. Received multiple awards from The Calvinist Cadet Corp - including the
Blue Star and Gold Star.
Immanuel Christian Reformed Church
. Chairman of Deacons (multiple terms)
. Chairman of Discipleship Committee
Cutlerville Christian School (now Legacy Christian School)
. School Board Member
. Chairman of Finance on the School Board
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