Linda Carlisle
Summary
Friendly and enthusiastic Sales/Product Manager/Estimator with over 40 years of experience in manufacturing and wholesale distribution. Able to learn new task quickly and accurately. Ready for personal growth with a company history of Integrity such as Boise Cascade.
Personal integrity and company ethics are of upmost importance to me.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Solutioneer
Autovol Volumetric Modular
05.2020 - 06.2024
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Introduced and arranged prior relationships to purchase directly with several vendors/manufactures/wholesalers for increased margins.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of supply chain strategies from the very beginning.
- Coordinated with Production to allow sufficient lead time of incoming product to make sure doors & millwork were never responsible for any shutdowns of the On-Line Dates.
- Purchased all Millwork, Doors, Hardware, Tape & Texture, Paint, Appliances, and various other products solely. Managed all cycle counts in regards to my product lines.
- Worked directly with Prefab Logic on multiple projects by reviewing plans and schedules to purchase product.
Commercial Product Manager
Orepac Building Products
02.2004 - 04.2020
- Provide excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Managed a large inventory of Commercial Products of which I maintained an optimum stock, while increasing turns and improving margins.
- Offered VE options on products for projects to help profit margins. Quoted, Ordered, and processed large Commercial projects solely while maintaining accuracy and profitability for the company.
- Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
- Earned a reputation for good attendance and hard work. Reading of Section 08/Door Schedules to properly quote Multi-Family, Man-Camps, Hotels, and Assisted Living projects.
- Maintaining accuracy while completing time sensitive orders and quotes.
- Organize, file and maintain all current project documents. Provide submittals and spec sheets for all product purchased to ensure accuracy and transparency while maintaining the Architects vision.
- Responsible for Product Knowledge training's with sales team. Designed and assisted Corporate Marketing with Orepac Boise's first Commercial Door Catalog and Price page.
Door and Window Coordinator
Trimco Millwork
03.1998 - 02.2004
- Met with manufactures rep's and reviewed new product lines to introduce to Sales Team.
- Recommended product to customers based on needs and interests.
- Provided customers with Sales Aids; catalogs, samples, and displays.
- Responsible for Employee Reviews and suggested salary increases.
- Assisted with inside and outside customer service, orders, quotes, and calls.
- Managed a full line of Simpson Strong Tie products and inventory.
- Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
Door Buyer
Orepac Building Products
09.1993 - 03.1998
- Ordering of all Door Products consisting of all species, sizes, styles including jamb material, door lights, hinges, thresholds, etc...
- Managed and maintained inventory levels utilizing Suggested Purchase Order Program.
- Worked closely with all local Door Shops and Lumber yards. Provided and compiled information and assisted Corporate with new price books and brochures.
- Negotiated with vendors to provide "just in time" inventory levels and learned the importance of turns and margins.
Inside Sales
Grant Wood Specialties
06.1985 - 09.1993
- Collaborated with customers to identify and resolve service, account, or technical product issues.
- Acted as liaison between outside sales representatives and over 100 accounts.
- Cultivated and strengthened customer relationships to drive revenue growth.
- Quoted prices, credit terms, and other bid specifications.
- Assisted the Plant Floor with the layout of custom wood doors.
- Worked in the shop doing a multitude of tasks including; custom glass shop, sanding and detailing, and running a table saw.
- Received Employee of the year award in 1996.
Education
Borah High School
Boise, ID03.1983
Skills
Computer Skills Include: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher), Microsoft Teams, Chat, Zoom, Windows, Bluebeam Review, Bistrack, & Market Place Comsence, D365 & DMSI Familiar with WMS DMSI
Timeline
Supply Chain Solutioneer
Autovol Volumetric Modular
05.2020 - 06.2024
Commercial Product Manager
Orepac Building Products
02.2004 - 04.2020
Door and Window Coordinator
Trimco Millwork
03.1998 - 02.2004
Door Buyer
Orepac Building Products
09.1993 - 03.1998
Inside Sales
Grant Wood Specialties
06.1985 - 09.1993
Borah High School