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Boise, Id, Us

Meridian, Id, Us

Leading the strategic development and operational management of Western States facilities and yards across the Northwest. Committed to building safe environments that inspire innovation, excellence, and collaboration, while ensuring every facility reflects our commitment to the Caterpillar brand and Western States culture. Manage heavy equipment yard operations, logistics, and maintenance management initiatives. Committed to fostering team success and optimizing operational financial contributions. Building an extraordinary experience beyond yellow gear and dirt.Supporting a high-performing team delivering optimally designed, constructed, and maintained facilities and yards. Fostering meaningful connections and driving exceptional experiences, while building a sustainable and engaging future for Western States.By listening to employees and advocating for their needs, I wholeheartedly work on elevating Western States experience. Creating meaningful impact across the organization—supporting local stores, advancing community involvement through the Western Cares program, and championing environmental stewardship.Actively caring and advocating safety at Western States. Leading small and large group safety discussions. Teaming with Executive leadership to develop and present a corporate wide Emergency Management Program and training.Working alongside Western States employees to support our corporate vision, mission, and values. Enjoying the journey of serving employees, customers, and community; surrounded by exceptional people building exceptional machines

Meridian, Id, Us

Spearheading end-to-end procurement initiatives with innovative streamlined processes.Demonstrating success in reducing financial risk and increasing cost savings. Skilled in ERP system development, RFP process, vendor negotiation, and cross-departmental change management.Successfully leading corporate-wide training initiatives.Building and supporting a high-performing facilities team delivering 22 optimally designed, constructed, and maintained facilities.Steadfastly developing heavy equipment yard operations, logistics, and maintenance management initiatives. Committed to fostering team success and optimizing operational financial contributions. Building an extraordinary experience beyond yellow gear and dirt.I actively care and advocate safety at Western States. Lead small and large group safety discussions. Team with Executive leadership to develop and present a corporate wide Emergency Management Program and active shooter protocol training. Working alongside Western States employees to support our corporate vision, mission, and values. Enjoying the journey of serving employees, customers, and community; surrounded by exceptional people building exceptional machines. Proudly serving as an active member of the Branch Leadership Team.

Meridian, Id, Us

Responsible for the overall success of Western States Procurement. Functioned as the strategic head of the Procurement team, advocating for procurement initiatives and executing critical activities to elevate the department's status, exceeding internal stakeholder expectations. Collaborated closely with Western States departments, aligned procurement plans with the company's mission and strategic goals, emphasizing growth, cost savings, and risk management. Focused on delivering exceptional customer service, positioning Procurement as a crucial internal partner. Acted as a change agent, implementing best-in-class procurement capabilities for company-wide strategic sourcing. Applied relationship skills to successfully manage resistance and overcome challenges inherent in organizational change.

Meridian, Id, Us

Develop a foundational, strategic vision to roll out a disciplined purchasing strategy within the organization and manage the procurement process long term, by leveraging the functionality of the world-class Microsoft Dynamics AX system to ensure we buy what customers need, when customers need it, and at the right price. Help narrow the gap of cash outflow vs cash inflow and work closely with Inventory Control and Accounts Payable teams.

Meridian, Id, Us

Managed executive events, liaising with high-end venues, catering, airlines, and corporate stakeholders. Restructured processes for organizational efficiency, transitioning to a "paperless" system. Supported President, Executive Management, Marketing and Finance. Utilized Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP system and other Microsoft software systems. Edited legal documents, board member reports, and newsletters using Microsoft and Adobe software. Led safety discussion and contributed to the Safety Advocacy Team. Promoted corporate values and mission as a member of the Branch Leadership Team at Western States.

Develop and implement unique training curriculum including detailed presentations on Project Based Learning. Documentation and Assessment and Literacy Curriculum. Shared resources on portfolio design, creating documentation panels, nutrition, food safety, and physical activity of young childrenProvide professional development, in-service training, coaching, and resources to directors, providers, regional and statewide partners in both small group settings and for state conferenceSet up all audio and visual equipment for presentations and perform system troubleshooting

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Plan and implement policies, procedures, and operating performance for organizationAssess and maintain all insurance compliance's, staff and building licensing inspectionsManage accounts payable processes including invoices, expense reports, payment transactions, spreadsheets and operations reportsDeveloped and implemented a collaborative strategic plan to transition into new facility, including fundraising, design, relocation and transition

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Meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive goals of children Plan curriculum in accordance with mission objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy while utilizing distinct educational methodologiesCultivate and maintain excellent relationships with board members, staff and the communityDevelop and implement a portfolio of evidence for NAEYC accreditation process in current facilityBuild, maintain and assess the learning environment to insure quality, health and safety Evaluate and report student progress in biannual reports, conferencing and documentation portfolios

Bachelor'S Degree, Dietetics And Food Science, Nutrition, Family And Consumer Sciences

Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Cross-Cultural, Language & Academic Development Emphasis, Elementary Education And Teaching