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DAN ALLRED

DAN ALLRED

Woods Cross,UT

Summary

I am a dedicated and multifaceted professional with extensive experience in Sourcing and Procurement and known for creating positive, collaborative work environments. With exceptional data analysis capabilities and a knack for making people smile, I thrive in company cultures built around abundance and teamwork. Whether it's strategic sourcing, product management, business development, or brand strategy, I consistently exceed expectations and contribute to the company's mission.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Procurement

Generation Solar
07.2022 - Current
    • Streamlined sourcing and supply chain processes for solar initiatives, guaranteeing material delivery on schedule, improving efficiency by 20%, and saving the company $1.8 million annually in logistical and procurement expenses.
    • Executed a comprehensive cost reduction strategy by renegotiating supplier contracts and optimized resource allocations, which contributed to a 16% increase in profit margins.

Director of Product Management

Sapa Investment Group
07.2020 - 07.2022
  • Served as Director for the company's internal Product Development projects, overseeing the creation and successful implementation of new products.
  • Evaluated and secured high-value strategic partnerships for sourcing, optimizing supplier relationships, and reduced procurement costs by 15% through enhanced negotiation techniques and global market analysis.

President of Product Management

Global Product Makers
11.2019 - 07.2020
  • Directed over 25 new and diverse product development projects through stages of product design, prototyping, engineering, and manufacturing.
  • Successful product launches of several clients products ranging from soft
    goods to electronics that are on the market today.
  • Developed strong partnerships with cross-functional teams for improved collaboration and efficiency.

Executive Business Consultant

Independent Stock Market
08.2018 - 11.2019
  • Advised entrepreneurs across the nation on business development and introduced them to investor relations, marketing, and operational ideas that improved their business.

VP of Sales

Right Think
12.2017 - 07.2018
  • Developed strong relationships with clients bringing in over 900 new leads and increased sales by 35%
  • Recruited and facilitated branding workshops that resulted in new streams of revenue and additional partners
  • Increased company revenue by implementing strategic sales plans and targeted key market segments.


National Account Manager

LifeSpan
06.2009 - 08.2017
  • Achieved 30% combined growth and increased gross margin 2% while National Account Manager through consistent excellence
  • Cultivated and managed over 300 dealer relationships in North America and identified and developed over 70 new or re-engaged dealers to support our product in the Specialty and Commercial channels
  • Consistently met and drove monthly and yearly sales goals while reporting to senior management trends, challenges, and solutions to achieve goals


Education

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

University of Utah
2001

Skills

  • International & Strategic Sourcing
  • Procurement Strategy
  • Vendor Management
  • Negotiation
  • Cost Reduction
  • Product Management & Development
  • Business Development
  • Sales Operations
  • Brand Strategy
  • Business Consulting
  • Process Improvement
  • Forecasting & Budgeting
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Inventory Management
  • Data & Market Analysis
  • Supply Chain & Logistics Management
  • Contract Management
  • Category Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Financial Analysis

Accomplishments

  • Reduced Procurement Costs by 55% : Spear-headed strategic sourcing initiatives that resulted in annual savings of $1.8 million.
  • Improved Gross Profit Margins : Strategically aligned procurement strategies with company objectives, elevating gross profit margins from 39% to 55%.
  • Optimized Supplier Relationships : Cultivated and maintained robust supplier partnerships, enhancing price negotiations and reduced our average material cost by $2600 per job, resulting in outstanding project profitability.
  • Established and managed a Product Management department : Successfully reduced hard costs, alleviated team workload. moved products through product life cycle.
  • Current Co-Owner & Operator, MP&P Holdings : Successfully managed distribution of solar materials, achieving revenue of $500k in the first year of operation.

Timeline

Director of Procurement

Generation Solar
07.2022 - Current

Director of Product Management

Sapa Investment Group
07.2020 - 07.2022

President of Product Management

Global Product Makers
11.2019 - 07.2020

Executive Business Consultant

Independent Stock Market
08.2018 - 11.2019

VP of Sales

Right Think
12.2017 - 07.2018

National Account Manager

LifeSpan
06.2009 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

University of Utah
DAN ALLRED