Paul Schmidt Email & Phone Number

Gold Coast, Qld

The Building Connections specialises in supplying tools, safety products and equipment for commercial plumbing, electrical and HVAC services. Our range also includes specialised products for structural steel fabrication, building, manufacturing and transportation. In addition to this extensive range, our customers are ensured the highest level of quality, superior service and fast delivery.

Singleton, Nsw

Construction company specialising in all forms of Residential & Commercial constructions along with new shed sales and erection from Newcastle to Muswellbrook.

Brisbane, Australia

• As part of the senior management team, reporting to the CEO, responsible for driving business growth through Group purchases through Group Suppliers to maximize profitability. • Develop and maintain key relationships with all stakeholders.• Create, maintain and implement company policies and procedures.• Control the Central Purchasing function of the Synergy Buying Group.• Manage and mentor performance of Data Team by implementing KPI’s, training schedules and staff development programs.• Website development and maintenance.• Develop and present training programs for Group Members.• Develop Group procurement strategies including product importation. Negotiate terms and conduct monthly Group bulk purchases.

Brisbane, Australia

• Assist all stakeholders with software and business practices training• Tailor fully integrated accounting and inventory control software to suit individual company needs• Create and implement templates, procedures and import routines• Liaise with existing members in a helpdesk environment• Perform various database updates

• Work closely with Company Directors to better align the policies and procedures between CDA Construction Products and the three branches of CDA Eastland Pty Ltd• Development of viable business methods, preparation of long and short term goals of departments, outlining policy, program, or operations changes to be implemented.• Inspection of warehouse facilities and equipment, recommending changes in allocation of space and packing procedures. Ensuring the balance of both human and operational resources are met, while monitoring systems to aid in the maintenance and improvement of the company.• Lead Sales team and Branch Managers in areas of deal negotiations, inventory budgets and other business operations and development.• Work closely with internal departments, such as sales, warehouse and external partners to implement strategies, plans and business goals.• Co-ordinate and participate in annual and cyclical stocktakes• Rostering of staff• Recruitment, training and review of employees• High level use of Microsoft Access and Excel to analyse large volumes of data to manage inventory files, and identification of bulk-buying opportunities• Manage and maintain intercompany trading for companies across the CDA Group.• Coordinate activities of divisions or departments such as operating, planning, stock control, sales, maintenance, or research and development to effect operational efficiency and economy.• Provide reporting to directors as requested and attends all meetings, workshops or training seminars.