Alan Settel

• Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management or to client.
• Built strong vendor relationships to facilitate favorable pricing on required materials.

• Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
• Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
• Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
• Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.

• Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
• Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
• Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
• Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
• Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
• Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
• Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
• Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
• Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.
• Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
• Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
• Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
• Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

• Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
• Developed and improved account relationships.
• Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
• Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.

• Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to maximize team efficiency.
• Stayed informed on industry developments and market trends to gain competitive advantage.
• Provided outstanding service to all individuals, promoting effective, and lasting business relationships.
• Networked with other professionals and organizations to expand contacts and opportunities.
• Chaired partner meetings to drive discussion of matters important to firm operations, keeping discourse on-topic and moving at efficient pace.
• Developed and implemented strategies to enhance partner relations.

• Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
• Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
• Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
• Controlled finances to lower costs and keep business operating within budget.
• Managed compliance to keep organization operating within legal and regulatory guidelines.
• Reported to senior management on organizational performance and progress toward goals.
• Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
• Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
• Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.

Implemented forest inventory management practices for long term growth and income . Managed timber sales and write timber contracts between landowner and purchaser .

Oversaw the process of logging while maintaining BMP'S or best management practices in accordance with state laws .

Implemented reforestation from total replanting to seed tree thinning to promote future income growth .

• Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
• Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
• Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
• Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
• Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
• Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
• Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.

Worked in a relatives family owned sawmill operation and learned how to saw logs , run an edger , skid , load and haul logs from the woods to the sawmill .

Sold Hardwood pallets and Flooring and answered complaints from flooring customers . Priced and sold pallets to several customers in the Atlanta area including Coca-Cola , Mead Paperboard and others .