Edward S. Jorgensen
Construction company owner with over ten years experience building high-end speculation and custom homes supervising and scheduling sub contractors while executing corporate initiatives and land acquisition. Established record of providing excellent customer service in the home building industry as well as a manufacturer’s representative. Successful Territory Sales Representative with consistent growth and a proven track record of increased market share and bottom line results.
Independent Sales Representative
· Independent sales representative for dental manufacturers covering Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska
· Advance market growth through dealer relations and product education
· Increased product awareness through demonstrations and group forums
Eastern Regional Accounts Representative
· Responsible for 29 eastern states for sales and promotion of the DCI Equipment brand and 80% of the Marus brand distribution
· Revised and streamlined distribution to reposition the brand and achieved positive growth through core distribution partners
· Executed promotions designed to build brand loyalty while increasing revenue by 20% with select partners
Territory Sales Representative
· Responsible for Northwest US and Western Canada territory consistently increasing sales targets in 2006 and 2007. Increased revenue growth by 12% and 25% respectively
· Primary point of contact for distribution network in support of pre and post sales
· Preparation of and participation in trade shows
· Equipment presentations for sales specialists and service technicians
· Strategically positioning of equipment on distributors show rooms
Inside Sales Representative
· Increased exposure of the DCI Equipment line with domestic and international customers
· Compile marketing strategies while implementing promotions
Customer Service/Technical Support Representative
· Managed International accounts
· Worked in a team environment to achieve customer satisfaction
· Maintained 98% on time delivery performance
Senior Buyer/Construction Manager
· Designed and managed construction of the Pelton & Crane equipment showroom coming in on time and on budget
· Effectively negotiated with vendors to reduce cost and inventory targets
Jorgensen Custom Homes, Tigard, OR 1997-2002
· Sales and marketing
· Planning, project management and contract negotiation
· Revenue and gross margin reconciliation
· Responsible for adhering to state and federal regulations
· Hiring and evaluation of subcontractors
· Risk analysis
PCC Structurals Inc. Portland, OR
Quality Engineering Representative
· Direct and managed source substantiation evaluations for domestic and international customers to assure quality consistency and detect manufacturing process variations
· Develop technical plans for customer product qualification requirements
· Designated source quality representative (Product release agent), for General Electric aircraft engines, Volvo Aero Corporation, Fiat Avio and Motorund Turbine Union
· Responsible for scrap analysis and corrective action initiatives
· Perform quarterly audits of product and manufacturing process
Research and Development Technician
· Developed fluid flow modeling (Materials cost reduction evaluation)
· Collaborated with Oregon State University engineering dept. to develop centrifuge casting techniques
· Operation and interpretation of Data Acquisition Unit in the development of innovative casting parameters
· Managed Casting, Heat Treat, and Cleaning department
· Process development of manufacturing process parameters
· Implemented standard process and instructions manual
Education
Real Estate Practices
Real Estate Appraisal I
Real Estate Appraisal II
Professional Standards Appraisal
Bachelor’s degree in progress
References available upon request
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