611 Vista Drive • Oswego, IL 60543 • (630) 254-1646
PURCHASING MANAGEMENT / PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Dedicated, hard-working, and results-oriented Purchasing Manager and Project Manager with 20+ years of progressive and diversified experience in Procurement, Purchasing, and Project Management. Exceptional leader who promotes teamwork and accountability to exceed corporate expectations. Adept in all materials management programs and processes with proven sourcing, procuring, planning, organizational, communication, and negotiation skills as demonstrated through successful management of vendors, suppliers, and contracts. Expertise in negotiation, project management, and financial budgeting. Consistent record of improved performance, new business development, and positive and profitable change.
Significant strengths and abilities include:
Team Building Project Management Contract Administration
Supplier & Vendor Management Customer Service Process Improvement
Production Management Operational Streamlining Program Development
Cost Reduction Revenue Enhancement Client Relations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
WISEMAN-HUGHES ENTERPRISES, INC., Wheaton, IL (2005 – 2008)
Senior Purchasing/Contracts Manager
Purchased trades and facilitated requirements for purchasing of single and multi family subdivisions of various sizes with a budget of $400M. Planned, coordinated, and managed multiple projects at once that included procurement of 7 communities constructed simultaneously. Negotiated with trade partners upon contract expiration for sustained business growth and profitability. Created and applied budgets and provided guidance and support in all facets of buying process.
Key Achievements:
• Negotiated and awarded trade contracts based on predetermined qualifications that resulted in a gross profit of 22%.
LENNAR CHICAGO, Hoffman Estates, IL (2002 – 2005)
Contracts Manager
Managed contracts for this production home builder that focused on first, second, and third time homebuyers in the Chicago land area with a construction rate of 1,200 single family and multi family units. Collaborated with bidders and takeoffs and ensured timely and accurate contract and field variances. Facilitated renegotiations for all trades for project lifecycle and signed off on each home site that closed with all approved costs.
Key Achievements:
• Negotiated all trade partners with preset budget of $700M and achieved gross profit of 18%.
• Acquired certifications in JD Edwards and Lotus Notes.
SUMMIT HOMES, St. Charles, IL (2000 – 2002)
Contracts Manager
Managed contracts for this production home builder that focused on first, second, and third time homebuyers in the Chicago land area with a construction rate of 100 single family units. Planned, coordinated, and conducted site meetings for new product approvals with management, sales, and construction teams. Consulted with trade partners and management on field issues and contract expirations.
JULIE A. HAMILTON, LEED PMP
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Key Achievements:
• Created and applied all Sales option books and implemented company’s first Safety Program that enhanced work operations and efficiencies.
GLADSTONE BUILDERS, Naperville, IL (1997 – 2000)
Purchasing Agent
Managed contracts for this production home builder that focused on first, second, and third time homebuyers in the Chicago land area with a construction rate of 100 single family units. Developed and generated estimated costs and special pricing for custom changes as required by homebuyers. Prepared and processed all purchase orders.
Key Achievements:
• Red lined all blueprints with custom changes as indicated and met with trade partners to resolve any discrepancies to ensure total and complete client satisfaction.
EARLY CAREER included positions of President, Hamilton Builders, Inc. and Project Manager, Steve Carr Builders.
EDUCATION & COMPUTER SPECIFICS
Construction Management Certification Program
College of DuPage
LEED Certification
PMP Certification
Illinois State University
Computer Specifics:
MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, JD Edwards, Lotus Notes, AS 400, and New Star
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