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Craig Lerdall-Interactive Resume
Hello, My name is Craig Lerdall. I am a proven leader, analyst as well as being a well organized, self-motivated, hard working problem solver. I attribute my success to my ability to manage time, plan and schedule many tasks at once. I love people and have an affinity for meeting new people. I thoroughly enjoy servicing my customers. I have worked in many markets, this makes me a well rounded, marketable individual. I can work in a lot of different environments and I love the day to day challenges of different environments. I am also an excellent trainer, I love to teach and mentor, teach skills and pass on what I know. I work well with all aspects of people I encounter, be it customers, employers, colleagues, or superiors. I possess an excellent communication set; the written and spoken word. I have managed multi-million dollar businesses to small self owned businesses, all while turning profits and earning revenue. I am an outstanding investment for any firm and I take every chance to prove myself.
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Boise State University-College of Business and Economics: Boise, IDMay 2007-May 2011 Bachelors of Business Administration in Supply Chain Management:
Areas of Focus: Supply Chain Modeling Purchasing/Procurement and Negotiation Project Management Sustainability in the Supply Chain Import/Export Excellence Business Law Operations Management Quality Management Business Intelligence and Analysis Global Economic Management
Education:
Managed large and small businesses (i.e. operations, supply chain, sales, distribution, leadership)
Researched and Developed customer relationships Operated inbound/outbound logistics Negotiated on many levels/Communicated concisely Achieved sales goals continually Analyzed/tabulated/Modeled data Conducted training/trained employees Targeted potential customers and suppliers/Marketed business Reduced spending and overall costs Strategized business intelligence Directed sales/Improved sales, profitability and growth Aligned and leveraged resources (Procured necessary supplies) Utilized customer data to market business Serviced customers/Excellent Customer Service Skills
Professional Qualifications:
Sherwin Williams Co.-Stores Group: Littleton, COOctober 2001-April 2005Store/Market Manager:
Areas of Expertise:Store and market manager. Not only did I run the day to day operations of the store, I was also asked to manage the market, that is the area that is in close proximity to my store. Make sales calls if warranted. I was to be aware of all work and painting within my market. Furthermore, I:
Lead employees (and assistant management team) Generated sales leads Operated stores computer system Managed A/R and A/P Managed yearly sales in excess of $1.5 million Managed logistics for inbound and outbound traffic Managed customer base/serviced customers
Professional Experience:
Lerdall Home Coatings Inc.-Small Business Owner, Nampa, ID:April 2005-May 2007 (as a Full-time job, ongoing small jobs through 9/2010)Self-Employed Owner/President:
Areas of Expertise:I was a self-employed small business owner of a painting business. I dealt with new construction, remodel, tenant finish, residential and commercial repaints. I marketed and sold all my own business and worked personally with customers and suppliers. Both years I was in business for myself I grew the business to better than expected levels. The first year I had sales in excess of $100,000 and year two sales in excess of $150,000. I had a very good reputation and a good business model. I put a lot of hard work into the business being successful and efficient. In addition, I:
Managed multiple projects at once Managed multiple crews at once Wrote proposals Negotiated with suppliers Managed all day-to-day operations, from accounting & finance to marketing
Professional Experience:
UPS – Nampa Center, Pre-load shift, Nampa, ID:November 2006-April 2009Pre-loader
Areas of Expertise:I worked for UPS at the Nampa Center for two of my four college years to help supplement my way through schooling. I was also a drivers “runner” during peak delivery season, managing both shifts for maximum benefit and paycheck. I loaded delivery trucks for drivers, this means pulling packages, sorting them according to sequence and organizing the truck for the driver. I usually handled three trucks, but sometimes as little as two and as many as four. This experience helped advance my knowledge of global logistics and the supply chain. Additionally, I:
Assisted management in decisions regarding loads/logistics Gained valuable information in regards to managing a supply chain Worked with drivers to optimize loads and daily scheduling Read charts/reports and other vital information to maximize utility
Professional Experience:
A+ Pest Control-Nampa, ID07/2009-12/2010Tech/Operations
Areas of Expertise:I worked for a small local pest control business. I originally started out working sales for A+ this helped me gain a stronger grasp on sales. I am very good with people and have a natural demeanor with people in general. After the sales season came to an end I moved into the tech position which is more of an operational job, a lot more hands on and day to day activity. I ran my own truck and equipment and was also the “face” of the company, I was the one that saw the customers on a regular basis. I had to keep my supplies ordered, customers satisfied, daily plan scheduled, generate leads and stay certified. In addition, I: Set customer schedule and became familiar with 300+ customers wants/needs Managed receivables Operated equipment Managed supply chain and logistics of the company
Professional Experience:
Active member of Idaho Southwest Chapter NAPM Active participant at Boise State sponsored professional events Participated in local APICS events Active church volunteer Self proclaimed technology/electronic guru Proficient MS Office user Proficient web user/browser
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