Overview
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Education
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Rick Fett

Rick Fett

Sr Project Manager
West Olive,MI

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Project Manager

Bluewater Technologies Group
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2022 - Current
  • I meticulously planned, executed, and concluded projects within tight deadlines and budgetary limits. Frequently, I achieved significant cost reductions of 7 to 10% on average.
  • Acquired resources and coordinated the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan
  • I manage and supervise project lifecycles from beginning to end, maintaining close collaboration with senior management and stakeholders throughout the entire process.
  • Developed, managed and executed full-scale project plans and associated communications documents
  • Effectively set and communicated success criteria, necessary contingency plans and project expectations to team members and stakeholders
  • Drafted and submitted budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes
  • Negotiated with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel/resources from within the company
  • Developed and delivered progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations
  • Coached, mentored, motivated, and supervised project team members, contractors and influenced them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work
  • I established, cultivated, and expanded essential business relationships crucial to project success. Through recommending additional products and services to clients, I boosted overall sales by an average of 4%.
  • Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.

Senior Project Manager

StudioCraft
Grand Rapids, Michigan
08.2019 - 06.2022
  • I optimized the manufacturing process by introducing and integrating project management software, leading to a 16% increase in manufacturing efficiency. Additionally, this initiative enhanced both internal and external communication channels.
  • Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track
  • Developed project plans and managed project scope using methodologies to guide projects from conceptualization to implementation and maintenance
  • Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities
  • Formulated integration system process flows, business process model and notation (BPMN) plans and data mapping diagrams based on stakeholders' specifications, technology surveys and interviews
  • Oversaw internal and external projects by reviewing activities, maximizing efficiency and increasing collaboration and communication transparency
  • Collaborated with business users, technical teams, database administrators and testing teams during kickoff meetings, joint application designing and planning sessions to validate requirements
  • Developed procedures and implemented software for real time collaboration for all stakeholders, increasing communication and accountability
  • Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication and helping to resolve critical issues
  • Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for the organization''s benefit.
  • Reduced installation errors by meticulously following blueprints and schematic diagrams.

Territory Manager - Sales and Service

WeatherVane Roofing
Grand Haven, Michigan
10.2013 - 08.2019
  • Attended industry shows, conventions and other meetings with primary mission of expanding market opportunities
  • Interpreted sales and pricing policies to departmental personnel and customers
  • Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers to increase overall sales by 200k
  • Implemented targeted marketing strategies and introduced Salesforce to improve lead response times and create new opportunities, resulting in over a 54% growth in year 2.
  • Coached and managed sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts and helping sales representatives reach their targets
  • Conducted thorough research on competitors' activities and products to identify emerging trends and target new revenue streams.

Territory Account Manager

Herman Miller
Zeeland, Michigan
01.2000 - 10.2013
  • Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities
  • Built and strengthened long term client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms
  • Liaised with external customers and internal departments to provide and gather information enabling customer requirements to be met
  • Educated clients on new products or services to increase customer engagement with brand
  • Facilitated client satisfaction and renewed customer relations to drive growth
  • Introduced new processes to improve data analysis
  • Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer's representatives
  • Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.

Project Manager

Jost International
Grand Haven, Michigan
09.1998 - 07.2000
  • Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities
  • Negotiated prices for products and freights to reduce cost of acquisition by achieving lower price
  • Sold new products and services and developed new accounts to maximize revenue potential
  • Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms
  • Liaised with external customers and internal departments to provide and gather information enabling customer requirements to be met
  • Analyzed key competitors to respond to competitive threats
  • Addressed problems with accounting, billing and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction
  • Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes
  • Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily
  • Negotiated with various freight companies and received annual contracts.

Contractor Sales

Rycenga Building Center
Grand Haven, Michigan
07.1992 - 05.1998
  • Contractor Sales
  • Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals
  • Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends
  • Drove store revenue by offering customers accessories and related purchases to complete selections
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements
  • Quoted prices, credit terms and other bid specifications
  • Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget
  • Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans and plot plans to create proposals and process work orders.
  • Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.

Education

Associates of Finance Accounting - Finance

Baker College, Muskegon, MI
08.1992 - 05.1995

Skills

Sales expertiseundefined

Timeline

Senior Project Manager - Bluewater Technologies Group
06.2022 - Current
Senior Project Manager - StudioCraft
08.2019 - 06.2022
Territory Manager - Sales and Service - WeatherVane Roofing
10.2013 - 08.2019
Territory Account Manager - Herman Miller
01.2000 - 10.2013
Project Manager - Jost International
09.1998 - 07.2000
Baker College - Associates of Finance Accounting, Finance
08.1992 - 05.1995
Contractor Sales - Rycenga Building Center
07.1992 - 05.1998

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