Rod Baumberger

9426 E. Longlake
Wichita, KS 67207
(316)-516-9412
rbc2526a@westpost.net

Profile
I have over 10 years of experience in store management combined with over 8 year
s experience in project management and foodservice/equipment sales. A verifiabl
e track record for the successful completion of multiple large scale kitchen pro
jects, developing partnerships and, building positive rapport with architects, f
ood service consultants, local customer base and, manufacturer's representatives
while maintaining profit margins and minimizing costs. I am well versed in proj
ect estimating, document preparation, equipment and supplies purchasing, collect
ions and accounts receivables monitoring, recruiting and staffing, time manageme
nt.
Objective
I am looking for a career opportunity with a forward thinking company where my m
anagerial and sales skills as well as my wealth of experience will be a valued a
sset to the business and, at the same time further expand my knowledge and abili
ties.
Work Experience
Sunflower Restaurant Supply Inc., Wichita, Kansas May 1999 - Present
Facility Manager/Equipment Sales/Project Manager
Plan, organize, and manage the largest dollar volume restaurant supply store in
the city of Wichita. Responsibilities include monitor accounts receivable, prep
aration of purchase orders, project bidding, negotiations, recruitment and staff
ing, material purchasing, delivery scheduling, store staff meetings, maintain st
ore inventory levels, design and layout for new project development, cross train
ing of employees, and time management. Supervise up to seven employees.
Projects and Accomplishments
* Increased store sales by over 70% since 1999 with annual revenues approaching
$3.6 million, with a reduction in overall monthly business expenditures.
* Created resupply order form that was instrumental in development of business w
ith Amarillo Grill and Spangles restaurant chains.
* Worked to expand customer base though cash and carry store concept in Wichita
market and through increased internet presence and progressive and varied forms
of advertising.
Facility Manager
* Reviewed all quotations by sales personnel as a way to look for opportunities
to increase profits through value added items or services.
* Utilized cross training program for employees as a means to maximize output an
d reduce costs.
* Negotiated with manufactures on introduction of new items to our inventory as
well as improved discount structures to reduce product costs.
Equipment Sales
* Focused efforts on bidding and negotiated work with the school districts in an
around Wichita and the southern portion of Kansas.
* Increased customer base by making it a focal point to educate customers to loo
k beyond the cost of product to the benefits of higher quality and better servic
e.
* Assisted customers with design and layout of kitchen equipment to best utilize
their space and to maximize efficiency.
Project Manager
* Maintained consistent lines of communication between, food service consultants
, architects, contractors and manufactures as well as installation crews to faci
litate smooth transition from bidding phase to project management phase all the
way through substantial completion of each project.
* Established proficient bid procedures to assure our bid was competitive but al
so greatly minimized the chance for errors of omission.
* Projects of note: Greensburg School, Blue Valley Southwest High School, Payne
County Jail, Spirit Aerosystems, Aloft Hotel - Leawood, Spangles - remodel, Pra
irie Band Casino, Comanche County Hospital, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Derby Sc
hools.
Education
Graduated May 1994 from Benedictine College in Salina Kansas
Bachelors of Arts Degree in Business Administration
I graduated at the top of my class and, received Outstanding Student Award my s
enior year.
Computer Skill
Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, Mas 90 software, Adobe, Autoquotes, Microsoft Ou
tlook.
References are available upon request.