Melissa C. Email & Phone Number

Arlington Heights, Il, Us

I was the first hire for the company, and played a key role in its foundation. My role changes depending on which area of the company needs the most help. Since I have high level experience in all roles, I move around to assist various areas of the company as needed.-Aided in selecting the initial product, building the core cabinet line, and determining the construction utilized in our production facility.-Made key decisions in the foundation of the company-Aided in creating and proofing company catalogs and literature-Wrote the company technical manual for all cabinet and accessory specifications and limitations-Designed the showroom and office layout -Lead Kitchen and bath designer-Lead pre-production project reviewer-Cabinetry engineer-Lead purchaser-Residential project manager-Commercial multi-unit project manager overseeing cabinetry design, review, and procurement for multi-hundred unit building developments.-Liaison between the field and the shop on field issues and installation trouble shooting-Customer service manager-Experience in 2020 Design, Procore, Excel, Insight, Bridgit, and AutoCad

Freelance Kitchen and Bath Estimator - Purchasing and expediting of cabinetry on kitchens and bathrooms - Troubleshooting of kitchen/ bath related issues for service and superintendents- Reviewing architectural plans for errors and feasibility of designs- Specialization in the following cabinet manufacturers: Crystal Keyline, Encore, Current, and DécorI was a stay at home mother during this period, so employment was freelance / part-time

Arlington Heights

Freelance Kitchen and Bath Designer-Kitchen, bath, and closet designing in 20/20 -Specialization in the following cabinet manufacturers: Wellborn, Kemper, Marsh, and StarmarkI was a stay at home mother during this period, so employment was freelance / part-time

Kitchen and Bath Estimator - Purchasing and expediting of all cabinetry, plumbing, tile, and countertop orders- Field and office troubleshooting of kitchen/ bath related issues for service and superintendents- Reviewing architectural plans for errors and feasibility of designs- Order entry in Sage Timberline Office Software- Primary contact for all vendors and superintendents on kitchen and bath related mattersKitchen and Bath Designer/ Design Development- Kitchen and bath designing in 20/20 - Client showroom tours, material selections, and pre-qualification- Training of associates in 20/20 - Performing all software updates and catalog installations for 20/20- Marker rendering of architectural and kitchen drawings- Specialization in the following cabinet manufacturers: Neff, Crystal, Quest, Keyline, Encore, Décor, and Jay Rambo

Project Kitchen and Bath Designer- Product and finish selection with client- Job-site troubleshooting- Vendor purchasing and expediting- Kitchen designing in 20/20- Specialization in the following cabinet manufacturers: Arbor Cliff, St. James, Berkshire, Omega, Embassy, Fieldstone, C.E., Allmilmo, Paris, and QuakermaidShowroom Kitchen Designer/ Department Lead- Kitchen designing in 20/20- Vendor purchasing and expediting- Training of fellow associates in products and design- Responsible for the showroom in the absence of the department head

Kitchen Designer /Kitchen Qualifier - Kitchen designing in 20/20 - Vendor expediting and returns- Special ordering of various plumbing, kitchen, and bath products- Specialization in the following cabinet manufacturers: Kraftmaid, Schrock, Thomasville, American Woodmark, Mills Pride, and Quality Doors - Responsible for department inventory and organization of display informationSpecial Service Lead/ Expeditor- Updating special order vendor and product specifications for the entire store- Training of associates in the store computer systems- Vendor and customer contacting- Placing special orders and processing special order returns- Responsible for the department in the absence of the department head- Computer and order troubleshooting- Special order inventory maintenance