Daniel Kinney
Orlando,FL
Summary
Resourceful Purchaser collaborates efficiently with Buyers and Product Managers to address evolving marketplace needs. Excel in cross-functional team environments and work towards achieving sales goals and fulfilling customer requests. With a substantial background in logistics and International Trade Regulations, as a strategic Exporter. Having a keen eye for timely delivery, documentation, creating process efficiencies, and problem-solving with strong communication and compliance skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Export Purchasing Agent
Entec Polymers
05.2022 - Current
- Computed average 120+ monthly purchase orders in Dynamics, OHM, and BLUE to monitor stock levels, cost controls, and verify purchase requisitions to expedite customer fulfillment to Asia, Europe, and Middle East markets.
- Maintained effective, lasting vendor and customer relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Integrated order entry, product classification, documentation, and warehouse processes for 200% improved workflow and export shipment process.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
Team Lead
Entec Polymers
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Implemented goals, processed and audited team adjustments and corrective actions, helping outperform department standards.
- Built strong relationships with 30+ customers and salesforce through decisive communication, successful assignment hand-offs, positive attitude, and attentive responses.
- Assisted in monitoring performance, providing training and constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain exceptional quality.
- Promoted positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee open-door policy.
Export Coordinator (EC)
Entec Polymers
07.2019 - 05.2022
- Effectively managed, streamlined, and coordinated 180+ export orders, minimizing delays and assisting in increasing annual revenue.
- Developed strategies to reduce overall shipping costs while maintaining high-quality service with internal and external stakeholders.
Board Treasurer
Alhambra Board of Directors
12.2018 - 12.2021
- Responsible for assessing current and projected spending to ensure annual budget targets, make financial recommendations, and prepare annual budget, voting on community guidelines and regulations, and attending all board meetings.
- Led financial planning and forecasting process to allocate $300k budget in line with community demands.
Customer Account Representative
Entec Polymers
06.2017 - 07.2019
- Responsible for managing 3 sellers, 200+ clients, and over $13 million in revenue annually through order processing, logistics, and documentation in Northeast and Midwest US.
- Supported customer satisfaction through regular follow-up and communication.
- Cross trained in 6 different departments boosting collaboration and increasing knowledge and job productivity.
- Provided compliance and technical documentation necessary for regulatory and quality inquiries.
Service Manager - Area 2
Lowes Home Improvement
03.2016 - 05.2017
- Directly managed 15 associates in 5 departments, oversaw, coached, and trained 115 employees on new POS systems, was OSHA certified safety coordinator, and reported to senior managers weekly regarding business metrics.
- Analyzed reports and customer surveys to identify improvement areas.
- Enhanced team morale through regular positive peer engagement, recognition of exceptional performance, and task assignments.
- Championed new-hire empowerment by coaching via Lowe’s Red Vest Ready and IMPACT Programs.
- Enforced disciplinary protocols when necessary.
International Pro Sales Specialist
Lowes Home Improvement
11.2011 - 03.2016
- Responsible for creating new sales and providing creative solutions in fast paced climate for commercial & export clients.
- Established 12 new clients resulting in $500,000 gross annual revenue
- Managed 40+ domestic commercial clients' project and credit needs and introduced products and services to fit specific requirements.
- Optimized freight forwarding channels through increasing partner relationships, timely product procurement, cargo palletization, vendor-direct orders, and preparing export documents.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Organizational Leadership
Leadership Training Center
Orlando, FL04.2015
BBA - International Business
Howard University
Washington, DC05.2009
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Cost Control
- Procurement
- Excellent Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customs Regulations Compliance
- International trade Expertise
- Export Documentation Expertise
- Team Leadership and Motivation
- Document Preparation
- Incoterms 2020 Proficiency
- Federal Regulations Familiarity
Accomplishments
- Purchasing Associates Job Coach 02/2024
- Member of Ravago’s Inaugural Diversity Council 2020-2021
- Franklin Covey Unconscious Bias Completion Certificate 06/2020
- Awarded Lowe’s Super-User title (top 3% of 4500+ empolyees) 03/2017
- 3-time Lowe’s Value Card Recipient for exceptional service 12/2016
- Successfully completed CGBP Supply Chain Training Program Univ S. Carolina 10/2016
- Valedictorian - Leadership Training Center, Management Program 05/2015
- Missionary/Humanitarian Work - Piura, Peru 06/2012
Timeline
Export Purchasing Agent
Entec Polymers
05.2022 - Current
Team Lead
Entec Polymers
02.2021 - 05.2022
Export Coordinator (EC)
Entec Polymers
07.2019 - 05.2022
Board Treasurer
Alhambra Board of Directors
12.2018 - 12.2021
Customer Account Representative
Entec Polymers
06.2017 - 07.2019
Service Manager - Area 2
Lowes Home Improvement
03.2016 - 05.2017
International Pro Sales Specialist
Lowes Home Improvement
11.2011 - 03.2016
Certificate of Completion - Organizational Leadership
Leadership Training Center
BBA - International Business
Howard University
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