Cody Bennett
Miami
Summary
Senior Purchasing Manager with extensive experience in managing multi-million dollar procurement operations. Demonstrated success in strategic planning, relationship management, and inventory oversight. Expertise in contract negotiation and vendor sourcing, ensuring compliance and quality. Proven ability to deliver high-quality goods consistently, optimizing supplier relations and pricing structures.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Purchasing
Biscayne Bedding
Hialeah
04.2022 - Current
- Resolved issues with defective materials by coordinating timely returns and replacements.
- Sourced new vendors to meet diverse purchasing requirements.
- Conducted supplier performance evaluations to ensure compliance with contract terms.
- Performed regular inventory audits to prevent stock shortages and excess.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive supplier database, including products and pricing.
- Managed preparation of purchase orders according to company policies.
- Created detailed reports for senior management on procurement activities and budget adherence.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure compliance with agreed-upon terms and conditions.
- Utilized ERP systems for efficient management of purchasing processes.
- Attended trade shows and conferences related to Purchasing and Supply Chain Management in order to stay abreast of latest industry trends.
Gameday Operations Manager
Mid Atlantic Sports Foundation
12.2008 - 12.2023
- Provided support and guidance to all teams on gameday to maintain a collaborative work environment and a smooth running championship showcase.
Purchasing Manager
Aw Industries
Landover
08.2018 - 03.2022
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Assisted in resolving disputes with suppliers regarding defective merchandise or late deliveries.
- Conducted performance evaluation of suppliers to drive continuous improvement.
- Conducted market research to determine appropriate pricing.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to prevent stock shortages or excess.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
- Verified purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list.
- Organized and prioritized projects.
Shipping Supervisor
Aw Industries
Landover
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Monitored workers and reviewed completed work for proper performance.
- Analyzed data from customer feedback surveys to determine areas needing improvement in the shipping department.
- Reported employee time, job expenses and inspections results in work records.
- Checked loaded materials compared to work orders for correctness.
- Implemented quality assurance processes for verifying accuracy of shipments prior to departure.
- Completed or assisted with difficult or skilled tasks.
Shipping Manager
Eastern Performance
Crofton
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Monitored product import or export processes to verify compliance with regulatory or legal requirements.
- Investigated inventory discrepancies to maintain recordkeeping validity.
- Provided detailed reports on delivery status to management teams.
- Developed and documented standard and emergency operating procedures for receiving and shipping products or materials.
- Organized storage areas to maximize movement and minimize labor.
Sales Manager
Gold Gym
Bowie
06.2014 - 10.2016
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions between customers and company representatives.
- Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
- Met with sales and design departments to determine project road maps and create unique products to drive profitability and champion brand.
- Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
General Manager
Fitness 4 Less
Bowie
03.2012 - 06.2014
- Guided management and supervisory staff to enhance operational efficiency.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining high service quality standards.
- Implemented marketing campaigns to develop innovative goods and services.
- Recruited, trained, and empowered employees to meet key performance indicators.
Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice
Potomac sprinkler
06.2010 - 11.2011
- Threaded pipes utilizing threading machine and other necessary tools.
- Created scale drawings of pipe systems and supports based on blueprints.
- Reviewed blueprints and building codes to establish work details and procedures.
- Cut and threaded pipes according to blueprint specifications.
- Gathered measurements to ensure proper sizing of piping.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations throughout installation process.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bowie High School
Bowie, MD03-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Trade School - Sprinkler Fitting
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MDSkills
- Supplier relationship management
- Contract negotiation
- Inventory and materials management
- Vendor sourcing and management
- ERP systems proficiency
- Supplier performance evaluation
- Market research and data analysis
- Purchase order coordination
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Team leadership skills
- Effective communication techniques
- Organizational skills and planning
- New vendor onboarding
- Staff training and development
- Cost analysis expertise
Affiliations
- work in media and film production at a professional level
- acting experience on major networks
- former athlete and coach (Football)
Certification
- forklift certified
- Certified Designated Trainer
- IT Support Certified
Languages
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Purchasing
Biscayne Bedding
04.2022 - Current
Purchasing Manager
Aw Industries
08.2018 - 03.2022
Shipping Supervisor
Aw Industries
08.2017 - 08.2018
Shipping Manager
Eastern Performance
10.2016 - 07.2017
Sales Manager
Gold Gym
06.2014 - 10.2016
General Manager
Fitness 4 Less
03.2012 - 06.2014
Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice
Potomac sprinkler
06.2010 - 11.2011
Gameday Operations Manager
Mid Atlantic Sports Foundation
12.2008 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Bowie High School
Some College (No Degree) - Trade School - Sprinkler Fitting
The Community College of Baltimore County
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