Cedric Lipsey
New Albany,MS
Summary
Results-driven Purchasing Manager with 10+ years of experience in procurement, supplier negotiations, and supply chain operations, complemented by 2 years of sales experience. Proven ability to reduce costs, drive revenue, and build strong relationships with vendors and customers. Skilled in negotiation, inventory management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Consultant
Jan Pro of MS
New Albany, MS
10.2024 - Current
- Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing customers to drive sales growth
- Identify customer needs and recommend products/services to meet those needs
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements to close sales and maximize profitability
- Consistently meet or exceed sales targets and performance goals monthly
- Maintain accurate records of sales activity, customer interactions, and pipeline opportunities
Purchasing Manager/Agent
Anchor Fabrication MS
Walnut, MS/New Albany, MS/Ashland, MS
09.2020 - 01.2024
- Procured high-quality materials at competitive pricing while maintaining supplier performance standards.
- Developed and maintained purchasing records, cost savings tracker, and inventory data.
- Established and implemented receiving procedures, improving operational workflow.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline inventory management processes, reducing excess stock levels.
- Collaborated with planning team to support outsourcing strategies and production effeciency .
- Mentored junior staff on sourcing best practices and supplier relationship management.
- Created and managed new part numbers for major customer projects, including Navistar.
- Built and maintained strong vendor relationships to ensure reliability and cost savings.
Utility Operator/Lean Coordinator/Scheduling/Purchaser
Master-Bilt Products
New Albany, MS
07.1998 - 08.2020
- Operated a punch press, press brake, and shear
- Reviewed and organized records of items that were purchased and any costs related to purchases
- Worked with both new and existing suppliers on all types of RFB’s
- Managed consignment materials with suppliers
- Negotiated with vendors and suppliers and administered contracts
Education
Associates of Arts - Physical Education
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS05.1998
Skills
- Ability to build relationships
- Ability to reconcile differences
- Persistence to reach goals
- Strong negotiation talents
- Time management
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to work under pressure
Certification
- Supplier Contract and Negotiation Training
- Lean Manufacturing
- Power Point and Excel
Timeline
Sales Consultant
Jan Pro of MS
10.2024 - Current
Purchasing Manager/Agent
Anchor Fabrication MS
09.2020 - 01.2024
Utility Operator/Lean Coordinator/Scheduling/Purchaser
Master-Bilt Products
07.1998 - 08.2020
Associates of Arts - Physical Education
Northeast Mississippi Community College