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Charlotte Peterson

Kings Mills

Summary

Talented Executive Director experienced in developing and managing staff, budgets and programs to achieve results. Offering several years of experience at executive level. Applies skills in ministry, leadership, mentoring, and training to motivate organization's members in meeting organizational mission and program goals. Successfully raises public awareness about community-based programs and services.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Director of Purchasing Multi-Unit

Levy Restaurants
Columbus
02.2016 - Current
  • Oversaw all purchasing operations for 4 convention centers across Ohio and Kentucky, managing a weekly procurement volume exceeding $1 million using 14+ vendors and supporting $280 million in total revenue.
  • Led and developed a team of 42 direct reports, including 4 Senior Directors of Purchasing, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and operating efficiency.
  • Negotiated contracts and managed supplier relationships, driving a 28% improvement in supplier performance and aligning with supplier relationship management goals.
  • Increased compliance rates from 16% to 78% within 3 years through process improvements, policy enforcement, and team training.
  • Monitored market trends and risks to continuously optimize purchasing strategies, showcasing risk mitigation and supply chain management capabilities.

Director of Purchasing

Centerplate
Columbus
10.2013 - 02.2016
  • Directed all procurement operations supporting $80 million annual revenue, with a purchasing volume of around $300 thousand weekly.
  • Negotiated vendor contracts and oversaw supplier relationships, achieving a 15% reduction in supply costs while improving product quality and service delivery.
  • Led procurement operations for large-scale events, ensuring optimal inventory levels and seamless operations for high-profile clients.
  • Developed and implemented procurement strategies that improved operational efficiency and streamlined purchasing processes.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring continuity of service and product availability for a variety of large events.

Sales Consultant

Reinhart Foodservice, Sysco Foods, US Foods
08.2003 - 10.2013
  • Provided consultative sales services to food service operators, helping clients identify and secure the right products for their needs.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with key clients, increasing sales and revenue for all three companies.
  • Assisted clients with inventory management, product selection, and supply chain optimization.
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets, increasing revenue by an average of 12% annually across multiple accounts.
  • Developed and executed tailored sales strategies for diverse customer segments, achieving long-term growth in highly competitive markets.

Education

Associates Degree - Business Administration

Mesa State College

Skills

Negotiations

Vendor relations

Forecasting

Budgeting

KPI development

Sourcing

Certification

  • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
  • ServSafe Certified

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Executive Director of Purchasing Multi-Unit

Levy Restaurants
02.2016 - Current

Director of Purchasing

Centerplate
10.2013 - 02.2016

Sales Consultant

Reinhart Foodservice, Sysco Foods, US Foods
08.2003 - 10.2013

Associates Degree - Business Administration

Mesa State College

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