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WILLIAM APPLETON

Post Falls,USA

Summary

Experienced sales professional adept at managing complex projects and driving impactful results. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and reliable in delivering outcomes. Expertise in sales strategy, project coordination, and client relationship management. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales / Project Manager / Welder

Convoy Supply
04.2000 - 10.2024
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the organization, leading to increased operational efficiencies and overall productivity gains. With experience in construction project management, specializing in welding, roofing and fencing projects, complemented by 25 years of sales experience in these sectors. Proficient in Word, Excel methodologies and with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.

Buyer

RAYCAP INC.
10.2015 - 01.2020
  • Using SAP to determine the needs for keeping production supplied with daily demand and writing Purchase orders accordingly. Communicate with all department leads to forecast future demand and contact suppliers to ensure there are no back order issues. Ensure that all specialty metals meet plans and specs before ordering and follow up with mill certs when required. Confirm that all shipments match what was ordered before receiving.
  • Projects: Verizon, AT&T and Sprint

Project Manager

HYDRAFAB N.W.
10.2014 - 09.2015
  • Receive and interpret all blueprints. Calculate budget forecasting for sales and profitability. Schedule all Subcontractors and ensure that all timelines are met. Procure all project materials and supplies. Receive and audit shipments, document discrepancies, and follow-up to ensure cost-effective budget control. Supervise projects from start to completion: track costs to ensure profit margins meet/exceed projections.
  • Projects: Naval shipyard. Seattle, WA.; Grand Coulee Dam improvement Project, Columbia River

Iron Division Manager

PERIMETER SECURITY GROUP
11.2006 - 07.2014
  • Interview, hire, train, schedule, coordinate, supervise, monitor, discipline and evaluate 30 iron workers to ensure critical time frames are met. Find projects: consult with potential customers to ascertain needs, make knowledgeable recommendations. Using public relations and customer service skills present and sell products and services. Receive and interpret all blueprints. Schedule all SubContractors. Using vendor negotiation skills, procure all project materials and supplies. Attend and participate in Company Safety meetings. Oversee full installations and test to ensure proper function and maximum operation. Maintain inventory control of tools, trucks, and equipment. Coordinate service schedules.
  • PROJECTS: Spokane Francis Street Bridge

Education

Wabo Certification

Oxarc School of Welding
Spokane, WA
05-2003

Skills

  • Project management
  • Continuous improvement methodologies
  • Proficient in MS Word
  • Commitment to safety practices
  • Blueprint reading proficiency
  • Production and quality control
  • Problem Resolution
  • Customer relations management
  • Purchasing Agent
  • Budget Forecasting/Job Costing
  • Policies & Procedures
  • Product Sales & Marketing
  • Strong Work Ethics

Certification

  • OXARC SCHOOL OF WELDING; Spokane, Washington, 2005
  • WABO Standard 27-13 & in accordance with ANSI/AWS D1.1, D1.3, D1.4
  • Welder: SMAW/MIG/TIG/STICK: (Alum, Steel, Stainless Steel Welding/FabricationCurrent
  • Trained: KAN BAN/JIT/KAIZEN/LEAN
  • Fall Protection Awareness / Certified Forklift Operator
  • OSHA 30 Construction Safety and Health 2013-Current
  • AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION; Heart Saver CPR AED—2025

Timeline

Buyer

RAYCAP INC.
10.2015 - 01.2020

Project Manager

HYDRAFAB N.W.
10.2014 - 09.2015

Iron Division Manager

PERIMETER SECURITY GROUP
11.2006 - 07.2014

Sales / Project Manager / Welder

Convoy Supply
04.2000 - 10.2024

Wabo Certification

Oxarc School of Welding

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