Ellesse Lynch

Business focussed professional with over 12 years' experience supporting projects, co-ordinating operations and managing commercial processes and accounts within the construction, property and KBB sectors. Experienced in overseeing multiple live projects, coordinating suppliers and contractors, producing commercial documentation and building strong stakeholder relationships. Recognised for delivering organised, efficient solutions while maintaining exceptional attention to detail, meeting deadlines and supporting wider business objectives.

Seeking to transition into an internal business role where strong organisational, operational and project coordination skills can contribute to business growth and continuous improvement.

Showroom Sales at Huws Gray Builders Merchant (2023-07 – Present)

Although customer-facing, this role has strengthened my commercial coordination, supplier management and operational planning experience within a busy construction supply environment.

• Manage the end-to-end quotation process for kitchen, bedroom and bathroom projects sometimes using CAD software to present 2D Drawings.
• Coordinate procurement, pricing, ordering and delivery schedules across a large supplier network.
• Produce PO's and manage supplier communications to maintain project timescales.
• Liaise with trades, contractors and internal departments to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Oversee aftercare and resolve operational issues to maintain service standards.
• Design, plan and implement showroom layouts and product displays.
• Support colleagues through product knowledge and business processes.
• Maintain accurate commercial documentation and CRM records.

Project Design Manager at Magnet Projects (2017-12 – 2023-03)

Managed multiple commercial and residential projects across the Western Region, acting as the central point of coordination between contractors, suppliers, installers and internal departments.

• Managed up to eight live projects simultaneously from concept through to completion.
• Coordinated installers, contractors, site managers and suppliers.
• Attended pre-start, contractual and progress meetings.
• Produced quotations, reports, specifications and commercial documentation.
• Monitored project progress and proactively resolved issues.
• Managed procurement and supplier scheduling.
• Used SAP, CRM systems and CAD software to manage project delivery.
• Worked closely with housing associations, developers and construction professionals.
• Ensured projects met commercial objectives, quality standards and customer expectations.

Kitchen Sales Designer at Howdens Joinery (2016 – 2017)

• Produced kitchen designs using CAD software.
• Prepared quotations and technical specifications.
• Managed customer projects from initial consultation through to completion.
• Coordinated suppliers and delivery schedules.
• Built relationships with trade customers.

Business Developer at Howdens Joinery (2015 – 2016)

• Developed relationships with local trade professionals.
• Generated new business opportunities.
• Managed customer accounts and commercial enquiries.
• Worked towards business growth and KPI targets.

Receptionist at Queens Hotel, Llandudno (2013 – 2015)

• Managed front-of-house operations.
• Handled bookings and enquiries.
• Processed payments and banking.
• Maintained accurate records and administrative documentation.

Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration in Business Administration – Llandrillo College (2012)