Austin O'Dell
Dayton,OH
Summary
Quality-focused Purchasing Manager familiar with vendor sourcing and vetting, contract negotiation and budget administration. Strong understanding of financial processes and requirements for accurate and thorough recordkeeping. Determined professional with track record of building productive networks of suppliers and obtaining materials at low prices. Demonstrated strengths in forecasting, budgeting and inventory management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Basic Electrical Services
New Carlisle, OH
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Reviewed purchase orders and ensured accuracy of information, such as pricing, payment terms and delivery dates.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Identified potential areas of cost savings through supplier consolidation or alternative sourcing methods.
Inside Sales Representative
The F.D. Lawrence Electrical Co.
Dayton, OH
10.2020 - 05.2024
- Cross-sold additional products or services based on customer needs.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints in a prompt manner.
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Cultivated and strengthened customer relationships to drive revenue growth.
- Delivered superior customer support to improve account retention rate.
- Worked in conjunction with outside sales representative to maintain and grow product sales.
- Contacted new and existing customers to discuss product and service solutions.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with existing clients to ensure repeat business.
General Manager
CBD Haus
Dayton, OH
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Developed marketing strategies designed to increase brand awareness within target markets.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Education
Miamisburg High School
Miamisburg, OHSkills
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Bid process management
- Cost controls familiarity
- Distribution experience
- Resourcefulness
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Basic Electrical Services
05.2024 - 09.2024
Inside Sales Representative
The F.D. Lawrence Electrical Co.
10.2020 - 05.2024
General Manager
CBD Haus
10.2017 - 03.2020
Miamisburg High School
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