Adam Barlow
New Knoxville,OH
Summary
Dynamic Purchasing Manager with a proven track record at The Way International, excelling in ERP implementation and vendor management. Spearheaded strategic purchasing initiatives that reduced cycle times and enhanced team performance. Adept at cross-functional collaboration and contract negotiation, driving significant process improvements and cost reductions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Gym Manager
The Way International
New Knoxville, OH
03.2023 - Current
- Trained new staff members on proper use of exercise equipment and safety protocols.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while upholding company policies.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify any potential hazards or maintenance needs.
- Maintained a clean, organized environment throughout the facility at all times.
- Ensured the gym had all necessary equipment to maintain safety and efficiency standards.
Purchasing Manager
The Way International
New Knoxville, OH
01.2022 - 08.2025
- Developed and implemented strategic purchasing plans to meet company objectives.
- Established cross-functional team that reduced average purchasing cycle times time year-over-year.
- Overhauled purchasing processes in massive 1-year transition to a new ERP system organization-wide. Led initiative for new purchasing protocol proposal and implementation.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders such as operations managers and finance teams, as well as other departments to identify and fulfill purchasing needs.
- Located and vetted vendors, established good relationships, and negotiated contracts.
- Managed and mentored purchasing department staff to enhance team performance.
Purchasing Agent
The Way International
New Knoxville, OH
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Prepared periodic reports detailing purchase activity for management.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in existing processes related to purchasing activities.
- Researched and evaluated suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability and payment terms.
- Worked closely with accounting department to resolve any billing issues with vendors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA06-2015
Skills
- Project Management
- ERP implementation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Process development and improvement
- Vendor sourcing and management
- Contract negotiation
- Spend analysis
- Effective communication
- Stakeholder relations
- Meticulous eye for detail
- Business cost reduction
Timeline
Gym Manager
The Way International
03.2023 - Current
Purchasing Manager
The Way International
01.2022 - 08.2025
Purchasing Agent
The Way International
07.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Kennesaw State University
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