Jason Bernal
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Accomplished and award-winning Project Manager with 10+ years of project and business management experience. History of surpassing quality, budget, safety and customer satisfaction objectives while overseeing all phases (planning to delivery) of multi-million dollar power plant projects. Strategic thinker with a record of completing projects on time and under budget constraints in a contingency environment. Keen ability to see the bigger picture and proactively work towards the company’s long-term goals. Highly trainable, goal oriented individual who seeks a position that rewards loyalty, dependability, growth, and positive results in a team environment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
T-Bar Fence, Inc
08.2022 - Current
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and reduced lead times.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Implemented strategic sourcing initiatives, reducing overall purchasing costs.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Created invoice for retail sales
- Conducted monthly inventory for asset accountability and forecasting.
Area Sales Representative
T-Bar Fence, Inc
08.2016 - 08.2022
- Increased sales revenue by developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and identifying their needs.
- Expanded client base through effective prospecting, cold calling, and networking activities.
- Established trust with customers by providing exceptional product knowledge and addressing their concerns promptly.
- Resolved customer complaints efficiently while maintaining professionalism and ensuring continued positive relationships with clients.
- Provided valuable feedback to product development teams based on customer input, improving overall offerings.
- Worked closely with the finance department to ensure timely payment processing from customers while minimizing delinquencies.
- Customized proposals tailored specifically for each client''s unique requirements, resulting in a higher conversion rate.
- Cultivated strong base of satisfied customers for long-term territory revenue.
- Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
- Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
- Created digital templates to increase performance within the sales team.
Independent Distributor
AdvoCare
06.2012 - 06.2015
- Establish new business relationships by interacting with people through community events, fundraisers and social media.
- Recommend products to clients designed to help them achieve their health and wellness goals.
- Extensive experience of independent marketing, sales, and distribution of products to clients.
- Attend business development and product training to maintain up to date product and marketing knowledge.
- Assessing the financial needs and designing a plan of action to help clients reach their goals.
Program Manager
Berger/Cummins Joint Venture (JV)
06.2012 - 08.2014
- Directed the worldwide prime power program in Afghanistan with 6 regional sites and 200+ employees and/or multi-national subcontractors.
- Provided Human Resources support services, which included: employee relations, orientation, payroll,performance management, recruitment, safety, and training.
- Recognized in 2013 by receiving the Values & Vision award for leadership.
- Reduced cash expenses by 30% through local vendor price negotiating, reduction of excess inventory and decreased site expenses for all project locations.
- Led on-site management and quality control to ensure projects met strict time and budget requirements.
- Saved $20K+ in liquidated damages by employing a strict work schedule to complete the Bagram Airfield Power Plant on time.
- Compiled and completed extensive project documentation crucial to project acceptance and invoicing.
- Overall management of private and government assets with a value averaging $250K
Assistant Project Manager
Berger/Cummins Joint Venture (JV)
07.2008 - 06.2012
- Managed complex projects of varying sizes at multiple locations in Afghanistan, exceeding client expectations, which resulted in favorable Contractor Performance Assessment Reports (CPARS).
- Developed a critical project deliverable that was adopted as the technical document for future projects.
- Reduced site expenses $12K annually by implementing local procurement policies.
- Recognized in 2011 by receiving the Values & Vision award for client orientation.
- Demonstrated ability in maintaining site safety record – a total of 512 days of no lost work accidents.
- Developed work statements, scope definition, and creation of budgets/schedules for several large prime power projects.
Site Manager
IAP Worldwide Services Inc.
05.2006 - 06.2008
- Provided project management and administration to successfully operate a 16 MW prime power plant and support a staff of 30 personnel.
- Established a site management safety program beyond the company standards, which resulted in a total of 938 days of no lost work accidents.
- Implemented more conservative cost controls and budget saving $12K annually.
- Saved $50K+ annually on fuel distribution expenses by negotiating with local fuel companies.
Power Generation Supervisor
Kellogg Brown & Root Inc
04.2003 - 04.2006
- Supervised general operations, maintenance, and repair of $200M in government assets.
- Created a standardized parts and consumable stocking program resulting in a 35% reduction in cost and 25% increase in equipment readiness.
- Proactively researched new techniques to diagnose and repair problems quicker to reducing equipment down time by 15%
- Applied creative scheduling and program cooperation with teams on construction and contract services.
- Responded to all call outs to assist with power restoration to the base, ensuring critical government operations continuity.
Electrical Equipment Repair Specialist
Unites States Marine Corps
10.1998 - 07.2002
- Effectively provided operational and maintenance services allowing equipment to be rapidly deployed to support field exercises, combat operations, and humanitarian aid.
- Utilized skills in troubleshooting and repair of the utilities equipment to maintain a consistent readiness level of 95%.
- Selected by Section Staff NCO to provide QA/QC support to the power generation section.
- Used manuals, schematic diagrams, blue prints and other specifications to quickly diagnose and repair faulty equipment.
Education
No Degree - Management
Defense Acquisition University
Fort Belvoir, VANo Degree - General Studies
Dallas Community College
Dallas, TXNo Degree - General Studies
Craven Community College
New Bern, NCSkills
- Price Negotiation
- Resourcefulness
- Supply Chain Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Property Accountability
- Operations Management
- Logistics Coordination
- Strategic planning
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Human Resources
- Risk Assessment
- Coaching and Mentoring
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
T-Bar Fence, Inc
08.2022 - Current
Area Sales Representative
T-Bar Fence, Inc
08.2016 - 08.2022
Independent Distributor
AdvoCare
06.2012 - 06.2015
Program Manager
Berger/Cummins Joint Venture (JV)
06.2012 - 08.2014
Assistant Project Manager
Berger/Cummins Joint Venture (JV)
07.2008 - 06.2012
Site Manager
IAP Worldwide Services Inc.
05.2006 - 06.2008
Power Generation Supervisor
Kellogg Brown & Root Inc
04.2003 - 04.2006
Electrical Equipment Repair Specialist
Unites States Marine Corps
10.1998 - 07.2002
No Degree - Management
Defense Acquisition University
No Degree - General Studies
Dallas Community College
No Degree - General Studies
Craven Community College
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