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Annapolis, MD Street Address
EMAIL AVAILABLE PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEInventory / Purchasing ManagementPlanning & Forecasting Supply Chain Oversight LogisticsHigh-performance inventory / purchasing manager with 20+ years of success reducing costs while improving efficiency. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building solid vendor relationships and negotiating favorable pricing. Talented forecaster and financial administrator with expertise in import / export management and demonstrated commitment to quality. Motivational leadership style with capacity for training and developing staff. Success leading cross-functional teams as well as delivering multi-site management; experienced problem-solver and analyst.Core CompetenciesMaterials ManagementDistribution OversightProcess ImprovementCost ContainmentBids / ProposalsContract / SLA NegotiationMulti-site ManagementCross-functional TeamsQuality InitiativesProfessional ExperiencePosner Industries Capital Heights, MDPurchasing Manager, 11/2015 to PresentSupervise purchasing agents while holding accountability for all purchasing functions. Build clear understanding of company policies and vision and how purchasing contributes to company success. Use automated systems to order and track products. Select vendors / suppliers and foster productive relationships while managing vendor / supplier communications via in person, phone, or email. Submit invoices to account department for vendor payment. Deliver team education and on-the-job training and monitor and report employee performance. Ensure compliance with all employment laws and federal, state, and company regulations. Prepare reports for Chief Operating Officer (COO). Manage SLAs and Master Agreements and negotiate pricing and contracts to maximize profits. Create and maintain safe and hygienic work environment. Key Achievements: Analyzed product offerings and cut monthly spend by improving inventory movement and offering more bulk products to customers.Collaborated with COO to establish purchasing policies and compliances.Served as first line for resolving disputes and actively listen to form decisions.Continually maintained updated product knowledge, trends, and pricing strategies.Set up commodities importing from India to save steel spend, as well as collaborated with fastener distributors to box and label products.Delsey Luggage Hanover, MDU.S. Purchasing and Planning Manager, 04/2012 to 11/2015Managed and coordinated overall purchasing process, including ensuring high service levels and capital was within target. Organized shipping plan for all customer deliveries to meet delivery dates and sales, logistics, and warehouse requirements. Key AchievementsManaged and maintained inventory service levels within target and avoided stock-out situations by working closely with Supply Chain Coordinator, overseas Logistic Manager, and sales and customer service team.Efficiently orchestrated Sales and Operation Planning, maintaining inventory levels within target and providing projections for sales and inventory levels for next six to 12 months.Collaborated with sales team to develop realistic demand forecast as basis for inventory procurement and financial projections.Developed and maintained Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) based on customer specifications and internal requirements.Recorded Books Inc. Prince Frederick, MDPurchasing / Inventory Manager, 5/2004 to 12/2011Oversaw purchasing and inventory, scheduling and supervising two team members. Accounted for $4M in materials, coordinated materials delivery to outsourced partners, and reviewed bids / interacted with vendors to negotiate pricing and ensure cost-effectiveness and quality. Managed warehousing / inventory across three sites, including tracking and reporting, reconciliation, future needs forecasting, and import / export requirements. Oversaw product returns and ensure vendor credit. Operated forklift and electric pallet jack to load / unload materials, distribute and deliver products, and organize overflow in warehouses. Key Achievements:Reduced annual freight costs 8% by astute selection of regional and national carriers.Sourced and established new vendor relationships, providing 15% savings on raw materials.Instrumental in providing 20% savings in waste removal costs by consolidating and implementing recycling initiative.Provided key input and support in planning and setting up new warehouse facility.Developed product spreadsheets and redesigned product locations, significantly improving efficiency.Hughes Plumbing Supply Capitol Heights, MDSatellite Manager, 2003 to 2004Oversaw daily operations, including warehousing, logistics and inventory; managed sales and administrative staff. Administered budget to ensure compliance across purchasing, payroll and loss prevention; processed payroll. Processed daily sales reports and reconciled cash drawers. Key Achievements:Opened new market area and increased customer base, providing 10% revenue increase.Teamed with Northern Virginia branch to transfer inventory to improve local delivery and reduce fuel costs.Purchasing / Inventory Control Manager, 2000 to 2003Directed purchasing and inventory functions, complying with budgetary and quantity requirements. Interfaced with vendors to review and determine appropriate products for target market. Tracked and monitored inventory levels, generated reports, and conducted semiannual physical inventory. Oversaw loss prevention / safety programs and supported inside sales, interacting with contractors and customers to order materials. Key Achievements:Achieved 20% revenue increase by adding new product line geared towards plumbers dealing with hotels and apartments.Education and CredentialsBachelor of Science WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY, Morgantown, WV |
