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Supported the Implementation Specialist and provided one point of contact between the Specialist and Coordinators improving communication. Successfully managed the incoming work log ensuring all requests were completed in a timely manner and that work was being distributed to the team efficiently. Participated in Division and IS Implementation progress conference calls and planning and strategy meetings. Helped with the User Acceptance Testing Services for new features and functionality and to provide input to IS Design and Development Team on software enhancements. Successfully developed the On-board Training Curriculum and created all the training exercises for all the Implementation Coordinators. Created trade specific guidelines for entering BOMs from Division DMTs significantly increasing the quality of data being entered.  Provided support on how to use an enterprise Purchasing System and best practices in data setup resulting in house cost reduction and commonized plan analysis.

- Served on the Training and Communication Committee and was an integral part in developing the Job Shadow Program and making sure it was a success- Piloted the implementation of new software and trained co-workers on how to use it - Created Zone BOM’s to be published and copied into communities for new software - Input and maintain plan budget information in contracts- Handle contract changes and follow-up with price discrepancies- Set up plans and vendors in purchasing system and ensure prompt and accurate payments- Support the House Cost Control Sheet (HCCS) and Pre-Receiver review process by completing all system updates- Set up all new communities, plans and vendors in the purchasing system

Analyze bid documents and Request for Proposal to create costing and pricing for logistic services related to: transportation, distribution, warehousing, installation and project management needs. Oversaw vendor sourcing/selection and negotiation of pricing and delivery terms with warehouses, installers and carriers nationwide. Prepared bid for the $1 million dollar contract awarded for the FF&E Installation of Detroit Greektown Casino.Compiled and updated monthly P&L reports for project cost analysis.Took charge of ascertaining the Preferred Vendor List by surveying the Project Managers upon project completion.

Negotiate rates with Truckload, LTL, Intermodal, and Local Delivery Agents to procure carrier contracts and tariffs. Supervised and trained four staff members in purchasing transportation services from truckload, LTL, intermodal, and specialized & small package carriers, inventory management, freight damage claims, and freight payment with full accountability for budget. Interacted with customers to ensure high satisfaction. Pioneered Freight Management Division for company: Organized, set up, structured, managed and maintained it.Successfully grew department by personnel and revenue by doubling it.Contributed to cost-reduction and efficiency improvements that included developing reports to keep projects on schedule and track cost changes and impact.

Manage company receivables and oversee team to support department. Monitor Receivables Status to prevent delinquent accounts. Process customer invoices and prepare AIA billings, along with Sworn Statements and Waivers. Post cash receipts, credit card transactions, collection calls and reconcile accounts. Prepare monthly Aging for Controller.Hired as permanent employee from temporary position after only two months.Trained department on new Accounting Software.Consolidated vendor accounts, increasing productivity and reducing number of checks processed.

As Field Engineer provide guidance to Contractors on site, oversee that project is completed per Architect's Plans and Specifications. Formulate Bid Packages and process Bid Tabulations. Handle accounting, including paying all subcontractors. Liaison for all parties involved to provide central form of communication for maximum efficiency.Built $30 million dollar high school and $15 million dollar church.Earned recommendations to represent the company and client during bid openings and present bid tabulations on other projects.Received accolades for early completion of high profile project.Stellar organizational skills and efficiency led to training other jobsites.Successfully reconstructed Project/Procedure Manual providing a more user-friendly approach for bidding contractors.

Process incoming payments; receive and post daily check deposits, billing, collection calls, distributed accounting reports and order office supplies. Process payables, account reconciliation and resolve payment disputes with vendors.