The Purchaser's sole objective is to purchase steel for the shop to fabricate. This is accomplished by determining long lead-time materials through reviewing preliminary bids, maximizing shop efficiency through careful arrangement of material deliveries, determining best value purchases based on cost and lead times, and managing inventory levels. Additionally, the Purchaser must possess the ability to build and maintain positive, long-term relationships with suppliers and other vendors.

The Purchaser's sole objective is to purchase steel for the shop to fabricate. This is accomplished by determining long lead-time materials through reviewing preliminary bids, maximizing shop efficiency through careful arrangement of material deliveries, determining best value purchases based on cost and lead times, and managing inventory levels. Additionally, the Purchaser must possess the ability to build and maintain positive, long-term relationships with suppliers and other vendors.As the Interim Purchaser, I was also tasked with training the new hire while assuming the normal responsibilities of the Purchaser. This required strong leadership and interpersonal skills, as well as an extensive understanding of job-specific procedures, general company policies/practices, and relevant programs used to order material and manage inventory.

Primarily tasked with analyzing construction documents and performing takeoff for bidding purposes for all materials in the Division 5 metals specification. This requires in-depth knowledge of carbon steel materials as well as a general understanding of more complex subject matter such as material finishes, fabrication processes, and interactions with other primary components of commercial buildings.This position requires an extensive level of efficiency in the workplace and time management skills, as well as being able to analyze and quickly perform takeoff of numerous projects. This position also requires effective communication skills across multiple platforms, and daily interaction between both coworkers and clients.

At Larson Siding and Windows, I was tasked with assisting individuals in the installation of windows and doors, though I have also worked with other exterior systems such as siding and gutters. This job involved daily client interaction, working long hours, as well as the ability to work very efficiently to get the job done the correct way.

Mowing lawns, basic landscaping (such as mulching, tree-trimming, etc.); daily client interaction; worked long hours