Andrew Schindeldecker
Eau Claire,WI
Summary
Experienced food service buyer with a proven track record in purchase order management and fostering strong supplier relationships, evidenced by maintaining a 98.5% fill rate at IFD Foodservice Distributor. Excelled in high-stakes environments as a Command Post Senior Controller for the US Air Force, showcasing exceptional communication skills and operational efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
IFD Foodservice Distributor
04.2012 - Current
- Managed $1.4 Mil worth of inventory across 100+ vendors with a focus on center of the plate and school categories.
- Developed strong, positive relationships with suppliers resulting in increased profits through local marketing programs and higher fill rates from the supplier to the end user.
- Maintained a 98.5+% fill rate while turning inventory 19.7 times per year since 2021.
- Team player that has assisted in warehouse picking and receiving, assisted customers in IFD's retail store, and delivered orders to offsite businesses whenever required due to staffing shortages
Command Post Senior Controller
US Air Force
11.2000 - 07.2005
- Acted as liaison for command staff between higher headquarters and base agencies during September 11th, the record fires in California and initial "Shock and Awe" operations in Iraq
- Maintained a top secret government clearance
- Received, validated and disseminated time-critical Emergency Action messages from the Joint Chiefs of Staff
- Updated operational reporting program for forward operating Command Post sites during Operation Iraqi Freedom
- Flight followed and documented over 2,015 flying missions during Operation Iraqi Freedom resulting in maximization of theater aircraft
- Recipient of Air Force Commendation Medal for outstanding achievement in support of Operations Southern Watch, Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom
Education
BBA - Business Administration
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI12-2011
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Teams
- Purchase Order Management
- Materials sourcing
- Demand forecasting
Timeline
Buyer
IFD Foodservice Distributor
04.2012 - Current
Command Post Senior Controller
US Air Force
11.2000 - 07.2005
BBA - Business Administration
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
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