Chris Knapp
Challis,ID
Summary
I am highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization. I have been a talented owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills with more than 25 years of experience. Committed owner and operator with strong production background. I have been focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping the business running smoothly. Diligent problem-solver with resourceful approach to challenges and organized style. I have been an owner, operator, sales man and with installer expertise to manage job functions. Excellent communicator with focus on results. Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in the flooring industry. I am a proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams. Motivated business professional bringing entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members. Dedicated flooring professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times. Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills. I have had my CDL for the last 8 years with an Dot medical card and have driven a 28 foot box truck with air breaks delivering product and materials to and from job sites, commercial and residential. I also have not had a speeding ticket since the early 2000's. Ready to help the team achieve company goals and a team player to accomplish any tasks or goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner, Operator
Bronco Carpets And Flooring
07.2010 - 07.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Analyzed and measured final products with precision tools to confirm compliance to specifications and standards.
- Efficiently read and interpreted blueprints.
- Monitored and tracked warehouse inventory and ordered new materials to prevent shortages.
Education
No Degree - Business Management And Marketing
University of Reno Nevada
Reno, NVHigh School Diploma -
Douglas County High School
Minden, NV06.1999
Skills
- Hiring and Staffing
- Profit and Loss Analysis
- Quality Management Systems
- Sales Leadership
- Business Planning
- Business Development
- Staff Management
- Client Service
- Staff Training
- Customer Relations
- Human Resource Management
- Sales Oversight
- Account Oversight
- Staff Hiring
- Profit and Loss
- Project Estimating
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Marketing and Advertising
- Bidding Process
- Operations Management
- Operational Efficiency and Safety
- Strategize Plans
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Industry Expertise
- Quality Control Planning
- Management Team Leadership
- Supplier Relations
- Finance and Accounting Operations
- Inventory Optimization
- Labor Relations
- Approachable and Outgoing
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Remodels and New Construction
- Marketing
- Delivery Driver
Certification
- Certified forklift operator, levers 1-5, sit down and stand-up, electric and propane
- Class B CDL, DOT Medical Card
- Exceptional Customer Service and Sales
Additional Information
REFRENCES:
Becky Bailey 775-426-8506
Loegin Bailey 208-993-0916
Patty Galli 775-835-1003
Cory Williams 208-440-6310
Wayne Prouty 775-901-6098
Shane Prouty 775-220-0789
Kyle Clearloc 208-832-8984
Timeline
Owner, Operator
Bronco Carpets And Flooring
07.2010 - 07.2023
No Degree - Business Management And Marketing
University of Reno Nevada
High School Diploma -
Douglas County High School