ALEXANDER MACPHERSON
Summerville,SC
Summary
Detail-driven supply chain and procurement specialist with 5+ years of experience managing purchasing, supplier performance, inventory analysis, and cross-functional coordination. Skilled in improving procurement workflows, resolving vendor issues, analyzing supply and demand trends, and supporting high-volume operations requiring precision and independent judgment. Customer-oriented, strategic-thinking procurement professional with several years of experience in building relationships, cultivating partnerships, retaining top accounts and growing profit channels. Multi-tasking and self-motivated leader with expertise on expanding network connections, persuasively buying introducing products, implementing pricing/merchandising models, inventory control and projections, territory development and revealing customer needs to deliver solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Specialist II
Medical University of South Carolina
06.2025 - Current
- Lead the full procurement lifecycle for high-value scientific equipment, technical systems, and specialty commodities.
- Analyze demand signals and assess supply risks to determine purchasing paths for constrained and high-impact items.
- Monitor open POs, backlog, vendor performance, and delivery timelines; escalate issues to maintain continuity.
- Resolve pricing discrepancies, returns, documentation gaps, and shipping issues through cross-functional coordination.
- Prepare vendor risk assessments, sole-source justifications, and contract packages ensuring compliance.
- Serve as a resource for researchers and administrators regarding procurement strategy and best practices.
- Maintain Workday data accuracy and ensure audit readiness for grant-funded or asset-tracked purchases.
Procurement Analyst Lead
Advintage Distributing
02.2021 - 06.2025
- Directed commodity purchasing operations across a multi-state distribution network.
- Forecasted demand using sales velocity, seasonality, and warehouse movement data.
- Negotiated pricing, monitored supplier performance, and resolved quality or delivery issues.
- Prioritized constrained materials by evaluating stock levels, inbound shipments, and customer impact.
- Oversaw end-to-end PO execution including tracking, reconciliation, and freight coordination.
- Produced inventory and purchasing reports supporting strategic decisions.
- Strengthened vendor relationships through proactive planning and communication.
Assistant Manager
Flight Fit N Fun
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed daily facility operations including scheduling, staff supervision, and customer service.
- Coordinated events, rentals, and community partnerships to increase engagement and revenue.
- Implemented safety procedures and ensured compliance with company operational standards.
Marketing Intern
SMI
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Conducted market research supporting marketing strategy and content development.
- Created social media content and assisted with email marketing campaigns.
- Analyzed metrics to evaluate campaign performance and improve targeting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
The Citadel
Charleston, SC01.2022
Business Administration Coursework -
Francis Marion University
Florence, SC01.2019
Skills
- Supply & Demand Analysis
- Supplier performance
- Data management
- Inventory management
- Vendor relations
- Strategic planning
- Project coordination
- Bid solicitation
- Supply chain optimization
- Purchasing & PO Lifecycle Management
- Backlog & Lead Time Management
- Inventory Controls
- Supplier & Contract Manufacturer Coordination
- Risk Assessment & Compliance
- Process Improvement (Lean Six Sigma)
- Cross-Functional Communication
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- Microsoft Office Specialist
Timeline
Procurement Specialist II
Medical University of South Carolina
06.2025 - Current
Procurement Analyst Lead
Advintage Distributing
02.2021 - 06.2025
Assistant Manager
Flight Fit N Fun
05.2019 - 01.2021
Marketing Intern
SMI
05.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
The Citadel
Business Administration Coursework -
Francis Marion University