LES D.

HAUGEN
8344 Valley View Circle * Riverside, CA 92508
Cellular: (951) 768-6758 * E-mail: lh91c7b2@westpost.net

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Significant experience and an extensive record of accomplishments provide excell
ent qualifications in PURCHASING, INVENTORY CONTROL and MANAGEMENT. A dynamic a
nd highly motivated professional with notable achievements. Pro-active and inno
vative, with diverse responsibilities encompassing logistics, operations, sales
and finance. Resourceful, organized and self-accountable, functioning well in p
ositions requiring accuracy.
Command exceptional communication skills. Interface easily with all levels of s
taff, management, and customers. Negotiate skillfully with vendors and transpor
tation representatives. Adept at market penetration, business growth and managi
ng change. Excel at creating strategic long-term plans to enhance both present
and future profitability.
Key Strengths Include:
* Experience encompasses purchasing multi-million dollars of materials and accur
ately managing inventories at several locations.
* Possess excellent product knowledge, presentation skills and customer retentio
n techniques.
* Management background with the ability to successfully motivate personnel.
* Able to work effectively in rapidly changing environments, making critical dec
isions with sound judgment.
* Highly adaptable, with success in facilitating new location openings.
* Deliver quality customer service with the ability to meet or exceed client exp
ectations.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MANAGER OF PURCHASING & INVENTORY CONTROL * Las Plumas Lumber & Truss Company
Multiple Locations in Western USA
Directed all purchasing and inventory control for 4 construction supply faciliti
es located in Nevada and California, including off-site yards. Worked closely w
ith wholesalers and brokers throughout the US and Canada to obtain and ship the
best quality products with optimal price and delivery service. Tracked inbound
products by rail or truck to meet production requirements.
Met regularly with sales staff to discuss market conditions and future needs and
sales projections. Managed and trained the LCL buyer responsible for purchasin
g engineered wood products. Administered the Ridgeline purchasing and inventory
system, and monitored bidding and estimate costs. Performed monthly physical i
nventory counts and balanced perpetual inventory. (1998 to 2009)
* Purchased up to $100 million of materials in support of $125 million of sales.
* Redesigned inventory/sales programs with over 1,200 products/SKUs using Excel.
* Achieved minimal inventory loss levels of 2% and increased inventory turns fr
om 3.5 to 7.5 per year.
* Participated in opening three new yard locations.
* Received Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certification as Plan Administrator
in 2008.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Continued)

MANAGER OF PURCHASING & INVENTORY CONTROL * Barr Lumber - Multiple Locations in
CA
Managed inventory for 10 locations at this retail operation specializing in comm
odity lumber and panel products. Established and maintained correct inventory l
evels for each store by directing merchandise transfers from two main facilities
or through purchasing new materials from vendors.
Purchased all engineered wood products for company. Ran bi-weekly meetings with
sales managers from each store location to discuss market conditions, new sales
and bidding concerns. Interfaced regularly with both inside and outside sales
force, retail personnel and vendors. Promoted from Assistant Store Manager, Ass
istant Sales Manager and LCL Buyer. (1988 to 1998)
* Coordinated expansion from 2 to 10 locations following acquisitions.
* Maintained the IBM 36 and Advantage inventory systems and updated systems with
new SKUs and price changes.
* Critically involved in all daily operations of shipping department and product
ion yard.
Prior Experience Includes:
OUTSIDE SALES SUPPORT * Barr Lumber - City of Industry, CA
Provided general assistance to Lead Outside Salesperson. Prepared bids and chec
ked quotes. Oversaw final delivery of products to clients.
* Purchased all specialty items for large jobs.
SALESPERSON * Boise Cascade Corporation - Corona, CA
Prepared bids and wrote sales orders for clients at this construction retail yar
d. Sold lumber, panels, windows, doors, bathroom fixtures, insulation and roofi
ng. Interfaced daily with customers to ensure all orders were delivered intact
and on time.
* Managed contractor sales, milling services and merchandise delivery.
ASSISTANT MANAGER * 84 Lumber Company - San Dimas, CA
Supervised daily operations in busy lumber store. Hired, trained and oversaw st
aff of six sales associates. Assisted Store Manager with reviewing financial re
cords.
* Guided customers through all aspects of construction projects, from creating i
nitial designs to purchasing the correct tools and building supplies.
SALES ASSOCIATE * 84 Lumber Company - Riverside, CA
Sold building materials and hardware to both commercial contractors and individu
als. Wrote orders, loaded and unloaded trucks, and stocked shelves with merchan
dise.
* Specialized in providing personalized customer service.
Military Experience:
BUILDER/E-4 * U.S. Naval Construction Forces - Port Hueneme, CA
Received the National Defense Service Medal, Marksman Medal and an Honorable Dis
charge.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
House Inspector Seminar * Ashworth College - Norcross, GA
Diploma * Ramona High School - Riverside, CA
Computer Skills: Ridgeline * IBM 36 * Advantage * Word * Excel * Ten-Key by tou
ch
OPEN TO TRAVEL
REFERENCES: Available upon Request COMPENSATION: Open to Negotiation