Alisa Leppala
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Self-driven individual with management and design experience combined with strong internal and external client relations. Organized and comfortable with multi-tasking and developing creative solutions. Successful in coordinating with vendors and working with construction teams to complete projects aligned with client specifications and budget requirements.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Tide Homes
09.2022 - Current
- Validate architectural plans for accuracy and ensure it reflects most current specifications.
- Review plans and interior design drawings for possible errors prior to turning-over to field.
- Walk with superintendent regularly to keep office and field updated of any issues.
- Organize and attend meetings with clients for finishes and selections and help client understand their budget and contract.
- Ensure scopes of work are updated to reflect each custom home.
- Maintain and implement purchasing and recordkeeping system via Builder Trend.
- Acts as company’s representative in negotiations with suppliers and sub-contractors
- Review and approve proposals and scope of work.
- Use Bluebeam, Builder Trend, Drop Box, Excel, Power Point, and various other programs daily.
- Create presentations to help field understand client's vision.
- Work collaboratively with others, including but not limited to land development, construction, marketing, finance, and design to help ensure all internal goals and deadlines are met.
- Communicate changes to Construction team, and Trade Partners.
Contract Manager
Steven Anthony Luxury Homes
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Ensured budget was kept accurate.
- Kept clients informed throughout home building process.
- Ensured all selections were approved by client via DocuSign.
- Created RFI's and Change Orders and collected deposits prior to implementing change in the field.
- Organized and updated databases, records and other information resources.
- Oversaw scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and vendors.
- Built positive relationships with vendors and sub-contractors.
- Ensured sub-contractors were compliant with proper insurance and licenses.
- Researched and purchased specialty or difficult to find products or vendors.
- Coordinated international transactions for a luxury cliental.
- Implemented and managed processes for tracking and monitoring the selections & sub-contractors via Builder Trend.
Selections Manager
Kolter Urban
11.2014 - 03.2022
- Assisted home buyers with interior selections.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and proactively addressing these challenges through appropriate solutions implementation.
- Ensured selections deadlines were met and submitted to the contractor in a timely manner.
- Maintained sample inventory and product review with vendors.
- Ensured each units selections are correctly finished via weekly inspections to the jobsite throughout the life of the project.
- Communicated with agent or buyer throughout the project.
- Created addendums and collected deposits, to be included with final sales contract.
- Attended Architectural design meetings with Senior Project Manager.
- Attended Sales meetings with Senior Project Manager & VP of Sales.
- Assist Senior Project Manager with varies project details
- Kept interior selection revisions to a minium.
- Reviewed units selections with the Contractor and alerted them of any discrepancies.
- Create pre-punch list for contractor.
Manager
Neiman Marcus
06.2012 - 03.2014
- Consistently surpassed monthly corporate plan in sales.
- Seasonal meetings with vendors to discuss financial plan, new product launches, and events.
- Implemented and promoted positive behavior among 40+ product specialists.
- Provided ongoing education for the sales team to increase product knowledge through solid vendor relationships.
- Achieved company goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development.
- Promoted diversity and inclusion within the workplace, resulting in an inclusive environment that fostered creativity and innovation among employees with diverse backgrounds.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Principal Designer
AT Swim
02.2002 - 06.2009
- Created line sheets, price points, media packets
- Formulated and maintained relationships with international clients.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail and adhering to established budgets and timelines.
- Organized and attended trade shows (Swim Show Miami and Magic in Las Vegas)
- Led the evolution of company branding through thoughtful updates to visual identity components like logo, website, color palette, typography choices-reinforcing brand consistency and recognition.
- Contributed to business growth by proactively seeking new opportunities for expanding client base and diversifying company offerings in the design field.
- Researched latest design technology and tools to bolster professional skillset and drive quality deliverables.
Assistant New Home Construction
Leppala Construction
01.1992 - 01.2002
- Coordinated sub-contractors and vendors.
- Managed permitting with the city.
- Planned interior options, flooring, cabinets, fixtures etc.
- Coordinated plans between engineer and zoning departments
- Helped create schedules.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Business Marketing & Management -
Western Carolina University
01.2011
AA, Business Management & Marketing -
Edison Community College
01.2001
Skills
- Builder Trend
- Bluebeam
- Excel
- Client Development
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Tide Homes
09.2022 - Current
Contract Manager
Steven Anthony Luxury Homes
11.2021 - 07.2022
Selections Manager
Kolter Urban
11.2014 - 03.2022
Manager
Neiman Marcus
06.2012 - 03.2014
Principal Designer
AT Swim
02.2002 - 06.2009
Assistant New Home Construction
Leppala Construction
01.1992 - 01.2002
Business Marketing & Management -
Western Carolina University
AA, Business Management & Marketing -
Edison Community College