Objective
Challenging position in a growth-oriented organization which offers diverse job responsibility.
Skills/Proficiencies
Proven ability to streamline operations while maintaining top performance
Strong ability to assign, prioritize and manage
Possess a strong understanding of purchasing for production needs
Proficient in MS Office and industry specific software
Experience
August 2006-September 2010 Cavco Industries Phoenix, AZ
Assistant Purchasing Manger
Calculated weekly and monthly material requirements to facilitate purchase and delivery o f raw materials for production of manufactured homes
Negotiated with suppliers
Assisted with inventory and reporting
August 2003-June 2006 Arkansas Wholesale Lumber Searcy, AR
Purchasing Agent
Purchased panel products for 13 retail stores
Quote multifamily construction projects
Determined store pricing, inventory control and reporting
June 1984-May 2003 Spirit Homes Conway, AR
Purchasing Agent
Purchased lumber products and cabinetry for production of manufactured home
Supervised 5 production and 4 shipping and receiving employees
Inventory control and reporting
Certified forklift driver, saw operator and other related equipment
Education
Ouachita Baptist College Arkadelphia, AR BS in Education
Physical and Business education
Palestine High School Palestine, AR High School
General
Certifications
OSHA Training 2001
Certified Forklift operation 2000