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Graham Baker

Stephens City,VA

Summary

Knowledgeable individual skilled in multiple trades, including electrical, plumbing and carpentry. Successful General Contractor successful working with various personalities and meeting very tight deadlines on variety of residential projects. Reliable General Contractor with a commitment to safety and experienced in residential renovations. An energetic professional with more than ten years' expertise leading subcontractors and observing tight deadlines. Ready to apply great carpentry and plumbing skills in a new role with a great company.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

General Contractor

Self Employed
Stephens City, VA
01.2011 - Current
  • Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule and applicable building codes.
  • Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
  • Maintained optimal cost controls by making affordable supplier purchases and negotiating lower prices.
  • Assessed [Type] project plans, spoke with clients or designers and visited job site to better understand project scope and client desires.
  • Reviewed contractor invoices, approving payments on acceptable work.
  • Monitored customer industry trends to determine best approaches and solutions.
  • Reduced costs by [Number]% by carefully managing resources.

Sales Associate

Bloomingdales
Tysons , VA
01.2011 - 12.2011
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.

Sales Associate

Hugo Boss
Tysons Corner, VA
08.2007 - 12.2011
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
  • Worked alongside retail representatives to enhance product presentations and advertising collateral.
  • Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
  • Developed, marketed and sold full range of products and support services.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.

Sales Associate

Coleman Power Sports
Falls Church, United States
01.2005 - 12.2006
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.
  • Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
  • Educated associates on market trends and stayed up-to-date on forecasts.

Education

High School Diploma -

Garfield High School
Woodbridge, VA
06.1994

Timeline

General Contractor

Self Employed
01.2011 - Current

Sales Associate

Bloomingdales
01.2011 - 12.2011

Sales Associate

Hugo Boss
08.2007 - 12.2011

Sales Associate

Coleman Power Sports
01.2005 - 12.2006

High School Diploma -

Garfield High School

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