Toby Howard has been promoted to Operations Manager. He will be responsible for procurement with the added tasks assigned to oversee prefabrication, tools, warehouse, equipment, cellular communication and building maintenance. Howard will work with management and field supervisors to ensure effective sourcing decisions, price analysis, material price negotiations, maximum utilization of prefabrication, and the effective use of tools and equipment.
In his previous position as Director of Purchasing, Howard worked with management and the field supervisors to support projects with materials and services. He was responsible for negotiating vendor terms, prices, and value-added services. During his time as Director of Purchasing, Howard proved to be a great asset with his forward thinking, helping update and expand the company’s procurement processes. Howard helped Cannon & Wendt integrate the new purchasing software quickly, while training everyone on the Cannon & Wendt management team with the new software to ensure success through the change. These new strategies have decreased the amount of time electricians spend on material procurement and distribution, allowing them to focus on the quality and safety of their electrical work.
Toby Howard brings with him more than 30 years of experience in construction, with 23 of that in the electrical field. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science degree from the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University in Global Business with many other leadership certifications.