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Executive Summary
Versatile Production Buyer/planner with a 8-year background in scheduling purchases per a fluid production schedule to ensure Just in Time shipments. Resulting in decreased inventory spend as well as eliminating un-needed purchases through diligent scrutiny of "True Need" as well as a proactive approach with rescheduling and cancellation of purchases as Production Schedules change.
Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities with a strong understanding of inventorying, manufacturing and supply chain management, with proven excellence in building, negotiating and managing supplier relationships to obtain favorable costs.
Bringing a passion for driving continuous process improvements throughout entire spectrum of work.
Strong experience in vendor negotiation and communication.
Core Qualifications
Operations management
Inventory control
Cross-functional team management
Staff training
Supervision and training
Skilled negotiator
Computer-savvy
Complex problem solving
Safety-oriented
Defect tracking
Accuracy
Contract negotiation
Documentation
Team leadership
Interpersonal ability
Multi-tasking strength
Cheerful and energetic
Effective team player
Superior organization skills
Dependable and reliable
Courteous and polite demeanor
Safety-conscious
Natural leader
Exceptional problem solver
Adaptable
Determined
Motivational leadership style
Pricing knowledge
Sales experience
Business understanding
Trend forecasting
Quality assurance experience
Data collection
Conflict resolution
Flexible
Customer service
Inspections and audits
Product inspections
Safety procedures
Excellent researching skills
Materials knowledge
Preventative maintenance
Charting flows
Workforce utilization
Professional Experience
Buyer, 06/2020 to Current Steel Dynamics, Inc. – Fallon, NV,
Assessed trends and inventory usage to provide maximum product coverage for different time frames.
Led sourcing projects to maintain on-time delivery of purchased materials.
Documented purchasing activities, inventory reports and department records.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements and market demands.
Tracked and approved procurement plans and inventory levels.
Worked closely with managers to plan special buys.
Examined, selected, ordered and purchased merchandise consistent with specification requirements and other factors such as environmental soundness.
Coordinated with leadership teams using CI/Lean practices on Continuous Improvement projects and activities.
Improved methods and procedures for processes, measurement, documenting and workflow techniques.
Reviewed established procedures to assess areas in need of improvement.
Implemented unique methods and methodologies, which helped reduce and resolve issues.
Researched and led investigations into various areas to drive improvements and devise new processes.
Evaluated internal systems and prepared training initiatives to mitigate ongoing problems.
Provided effective resolutions to issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
Kept flexible schedule and resolved after-hours and weekend emergencies quickly and accurately.
Identified exceptions and deviations and recommended corrective actions to realign processes.
Coached team on company policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance operational efficiency, employee productivity and subsequently decrease labor costs.
Analyzed operational performance to identify pain points and provided actionable solutions to management.
Buyer, 09/2016 to 06/2020 Steel Dynamics, Inc. – Huntington, WV,
Managed vendor relations and contracts through strategic partnerships which saved $100,000 and delivered premium contract pricing.
Negotiated with raw material vendors to gain optimal pricing on metal products resulting in increase in profit margin.
Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs.
Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options.
Cultivated new vendor relationships using dynamic communication and negotiation skills.
Familiarity with PRMS system
Familiarity with Outlook Express
Understand Quality of work and product expectations
Planned special inventory buys.
Set up new inventory in system.
Worked closely with managers to plan buys.
Organized inventory.
Researched competitors and sourced new vendors.
Diversified product selections.
Sourced new vendors for purchasing needs.
Actively participate in bidding processes.
Determined recurring business needs and maintained necessary inventory levels.
Expedited distribution of materials to locations.
Organized and prioritized projects.
Coordinated closely with quality control regarding products awaiting dispositions.
Developed and maintained strong and clear communication and rapport with plant personnel.
Worked with managers to implement the company's policies and goals.
Implemented robust inspection policies to check the quality of all incoming products.
Selected and negotiated contracts with supply vendors to obtain top-notch pricing on materials and items.
Located and vetted vendors, established good relationships and negotiated contracts.
Negotiated contracts with outside providers to minimize costs to company and customers.
Branch Manager, 01/2011 to 09/2016 Cactus Wellhead – Bossier City, LA,
Recommended and helped customers select merchandise based on their needs.
Exchanged returned merchandise for customers quickly and efficiently.
Confirmed that appropriate changes were made to resolve customers' problems.
Exercises sound judgment in issuing credits and making exceptions to customer policies to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
Extended customer subscriptions, offering discounts and promotions to ensure high customer retention rates.
Informed customers about sales and promotions in a friendly and engaging manner.
Tracked down sources of special products and services to meet customers' special needs.
Managed wide variety of customer service and administrative tasks to resolve customer issues quickly and efficiently.
Trained new employees on company customer service policies and service level standards.
Monitored customer preferences to determine focus of sales efforts.
Resolved customer complaints by exchanging merchandise, refunding money and adjusting bills.
Wrote sales slips and sales contracts.
Shared product knowledge with customers while making personal recommendations.
Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
Trained in negotiations and time management.
Delivered excellent customer service by greeting and assisting each customer.
Addressed customer inquiries and resolved complaints.
Stocked and restocked inventory when shipments were received.
Reorganized the sales floor to meet company demands.
Directed and supervised employees engaged in sales, inventory-taking and reconciling cash receipts.
Maintained daily record of all transactions.
Wrote order supply requests to replenish merchandise.
Trained staff to deliver outstanding customer service.
Analyzed marketing information and translated it into strategic plans.
Addressed and corrected sales staff communication issues in a tactful and effective manner.
Contributed to merchandising ideas at team sale meetings.
Warehouse Manager/ Head of Deliveries, 01/2008 to 01/2011 Modern Furniture – City, STATE,
Maintained accurate stock records and schedules.
Supervised material flow, storage and global order fulfillment.
Selected products for specific routes according to pick sheets.
Oversaw special orders and after-hours, urgent shipping jobs.
Unloaded, picked, staged and loaded products for shipping.
Conducted monthly, quarterly and yearly inventories of warehouse stock.
Resolved service issues in a timely manner, including coordinating and processing returns.
Oversaw warehousing and storage practices and housekeeping.
Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
Transported goods from racks, shelves and vehicles.
Installed protective bracing, padding and strapping to prevent shifting and damage to items during transport.
Worked at a rapid pace to meet tight deadlines.
Verified and recorded the count and condition of cargo received.
Removed pallets, freezer boxes and damaged products from returning trailers.
Banded, wrapped, packaged and cleaned equipment.
Cleared damaged items and loaded freight.
Coordinated daily delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes.
Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
Interacted with customers and vendors in a friendly and timely manner.
Transported freight from origin to destination in a safe and timely manner.
Checked load accuracy and stability before each trip.
Lifted freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights up to 200 pounds.
Notified supervisor of any customer or delivery problems.
Education
High School Diploma: Dimploma, Expected in 2003 Lyndon Institute - Lyndonville, Vermont GPA: Also attended 2.5 years of college at Lyndon State. Majored in Human Services. References available upon request
: , Expected in - , GPA: Excel Basics For Buyers Certification from Next Level Purchasing.
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