BEN RAINONE
Cuyahoga Falls,OH
Summary
Results-oriented professional with a diverse background in mathematics, purchasing, inventory management, website management, customer service, and logistics operations. Experienced in merchandise buying, vendor relations, plan-o-gram development, inventory analysis, and product sourcing. Skilled in Woo Commerce, WordPress, SBT software, data analysis, and operational efficiency. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proven track record of improving organization, maintaining accurate inventory levels, and supporting business growth through strategic purchasing decisions.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
General Merchandise Buyer
Hi-Way Distributing Corporation
Barberton, OH
03.2025 - Current
- Develop and maintain plan-o-grams to optimize product placement, merchandising flow, and inventory presentation.
- Manage reordering and replenishment of in-line merchandise to maintain appropriate stock levels and reduce shortages.
- Travel to industry trade shows and vendor events to identify new products, evaluate market trends, and expand merchandise offerings.
- Receive and process shipments and purchase orders using SBT software while maintaining accurate inventory records.
- Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely purchasing, shipment tracking, and product availability.
- Analyze inventory movement and sales trends to support purchasing decisions and improve operational efficiency.
Logistics Specialist / Inventory Control Auditor
Hi-Way Distributing Corporation
Barberton, OH
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Arranged and organized materials or inventory on racks and shelves in accordance with established organizational standards to ensure efficient accessibility and inventory management.
- Optimized warehouse space by systematically reorganizing inventory, properly storing materials, and accurately marking locations for improved efficiency and accessibility.
- Worked collaboratively with team members to enhance operational efficiency and streamline warehouse processes.
- Retrieved and prepared products for shipment, ensuring accuracy in quantity and type before loading and dispatching orders.
- Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.
- Entered data from move sheets into the company's system with accuracy and efficiency to maintain up-to-date inventory records.
Headliner Technician and Office Manager
Headliner Express
Winter Park, FL
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Updated and managed the work website with new products from different distributors on Woo Commerce and WordPress.
- Fulfilled online orders from inventory and through drop shipping from distributors.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints with timeliness and professionalism.
- Dismantled customer vehicles, recovered headliners and repaired sunroofs.
- Coordinated with distributors to purchase necessary parts and materials in a timely manner.
- Managed day-to-day office operations including ordering supplies, maintaining equipment and scheduling.
- Packed orders in accordance with customer specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics & Actuarial Science
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH02.2025
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - General Studies
Valencia College
Orlando, FL12.2021
Skills
Analytical Thinking
Inventory Management
Merchandise Buying
Vendor Relations
Plan-o-gram Development
Purchasing & Replenishment
SBT Software
Data Analysis
Microsoft Office
WooCommerce
WordPress
Logistics Coordination
Inventory Control
Operational Efficiency
Customer Service
Strategic Problem Solving
Certification
- Microsoft Office
- Autodesk Inventor
Timeline
General Merchandise Buyer
Hi-Way Distributing Corporation
03.2025 - Current
Logistics Specialist / Inventory Control Auditor
Hi-Way Distributing Corporation
07.2023 - 03.2025
Headliner Technician and Office Manager
Headliner Express
04.2021 - 06.2023
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - General Studies
Valencia College
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics & Actuarial Science
Southern New Hampshire University