Kevin Coward
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Building materials sales and inventory specialist with over 25 years of experience in lumber, millwork, and construction supply. Expert in coordinating complex orders and optimizing inventory flow to enhance customer satisfaction. Recognized for strong relationship-building and reliability in supporting high-volume sales operations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Sales Coordinator
BlueLinx
Jacksonville, FL
08.2024 - Current
- Applied extensive lumber and millwork knowledge to ensure precise quoting and timely order fulfillment.
- Streamlined inside sales operations to elevate customer service and expedite order processing.
- Coordinated order management and inventory needs while assisting customers and sales reps with product selection and availability.
- Support inside sales operations for a major national building products distributor.
Sales Coordinator
Buck Lumber
Charleston, SC
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Coordinated customer orders, vendor communication, and product sourcing, enhancing service for high-volume coastal lumberyard.
- Strengthened relationships with builders, contractors, and internal sales teams.
- Facilitated accurate, timely delivery of lumber, windows, doors, and specialty building materials, supporting customer satisfaction.
- Managed customer orders, vendor communication, and product sourcing for a high-volume coastal lumberyard.
Sales Coordinator
Carter Lumber
Various Ohio Locations
01.2003 - 01.2023
- Led operational and sales support efforts, ensuring seamless execution of processes and fostering a culture of reliability for two decades.
- Directed operational and sales support initiatives, enhancing team collaboration and service delivery over two decades.
- Built long-standing relationships with contractors, builders, and sales staff.
- Performed blueprint takeoffs, prepared quotes, and coordinated complex multi-phase orders.
- Supported inventory management, vendor communication, and product knowledge training.
- Recognized for reliability, accuracy, and exceptional customer service.
Manager Trainee → Yard & Warehouse Manager → Sales Coordinator
84 Lumber
Columbia Station, OH
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Completed Manager Trainee program, acquiring in-depth knowledge of yard operations, inventory management, and sales processes.
- Managed warehouse and yard operations, overseeing receiving, stocking, and logistics to ensure smooth workflow.
- Transitioned to sales coordinator role, supporting sales teams and fostering customer relationships to drive sales initiatives.
- Completed the Manager Trainee program, gaining comprehensive knowledge of yard operations, inventory, and sales processes.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH01-1998
Skills
- Inventory management and logistics
- Blueprint takeoff and material estimation
- Millwork sales for windows, doors, and trim
- Customer relationship management
- Vendor and supplier coordination
- Bistrack proficiency
- Agility in operations
- Warehouse and yard management
- Order accuracy and fulfillment
Timeline
Inside Sales Coordinator
BlueLinx
08.2024 - Current
Sales Coordinator
Buck Lumber
01.2023 - 01.2024
Sales Coordinator
Carter Lumber
01.2003 - 01.2023
Manager Trainee → Yard & Warehouse Manager → Sales Coordinator
84 Lumber
01.2000 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Cleveland State University