Brian Tavares
Hayward,CA
Summary
Service driven professional with 40-year background in Hardware/Building Trade sector. Personal, reliable and desiring an opportunity to use leadership skills and product knowledge in a busy environment.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Peerless Building Supplies, LLC
09.2012 - Current
Providing sales, service and supplies to contractors, property managers and housing authority agencies. Consulting and design for kitchen and Bath.
Consulted Richmond housing authority on product selection, unit inspections, unit upgrades and maintenance from 2013 to 2016
Partnered with Ace Hardware Corp. to develop Peerless Ace Hardware from 2013 to 2020 as an owner/operator.
Entry Level to Management
Foothill Hardware, Inc.
09.1978 - 08.2012
Held various positions in 34 year tenure with the company. From entry level to executive management. Senior purchasing agent for 67,000 sqft. operation for all Hardware departments including Garden supplies, Building materials and indoor lumber. Attended annual buying conventions for Ace and Do it Best.
Implemented special order program for doors, windows, cabinets and flooring.
Education
Certificate - Business Administration And Management
Merritt College
Oakland, CASkills
General knowledge of Electrical, Plumbing and Builders Hardware, etc Project management Product training and placement Replacement and repair work
Timeline
Business Owner
Peerless Building Supplies, LLC
09.2012 - Current
Entry Level to Management
Foothill Hardware, Inc.
09.1978 - 08.2012
Certificate - Business Administration And Management
Merritt College
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