DEAN HOLLEMAN
Supply Chain Management
Orange Beach,AL
Summary
Strategic and results-driven Senior Procurement and Supply Chain Leader with over seven years of experience in procurement supply chain management, cost reduction, and operational efficiency. Adept at leading teams through complex transitions and economic challenges with a proactive and innovative approach. Proven ability to implement critical business model shifts and drive multimillion-dollar cost savings. Experienced in global procurement, coordinating with suppliers from China, India, and Southeast Asia to source materials at the best cost. Skilled in drayage, coordinating international shipments via container ships. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving skills, unwavering commitment, and a passion for achieving organizational success. Seeking a dynamic role in a company that values and rewards dedication and hard work.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Buyer / Acting Director of Procurement
Meraki Installers LLC
12.2021 - Current
- Spearheaded diverse strategic procurement initiatives by leveraging innovative supplier negotiations and detailed market analysis, implementing a competitive bidding process and renegotiating contracts, achieving a 20% reduction in costs
- Orchestrated seamless transitions in procurement strategies and supply chain operations by adopting agile methodologies and real-time data analytics, resulting in a 15% increase in operational efficiency and swift adaptation to market changes
- Awarded the Supply Chain Leadership Award (2022) for outstanding contributions to supply chain management and achieving 30% operational efficiency gains
- Successfully stood in for the Director of Procurement since January 2022, leading the team through economic challenges by optimizing procurement processes, introducing lean manufacturing principles, and maintaining operational success despite a 50% YoY drop in business
- Implemented an overnight business model shift during COVID-19 supply chain shortages, transitioning from Solaredge to Enphase with zero operational downtime
- Trained 50+ PMs, FMs, installers, and electricians on the new system, ensuring smooth and efficient adaptation
- Led a critical business model shift in 2022 to prevent bankruptcy by closing all physical warehouses and transitioning to a 100% dropship model with CED Greentech, saving $7 million in operational costs and ensuring the company’s survival
- Managed global procurement efforts by establishing robust supplier qualification processes and coordinating with suppliers in China, India, and Southeast Asia to source materials at the best cost, ensuring high-quality standards and timely delivery
- Coordinated international shipments via container ships (drayage) by implementing a transportation management system (TMS) and optimizing logistics, resulting in a 15% reduction in shipping costs.
Materials Manager
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Streamlined supply chain operations by implementing a new inventory management system, boosting efficiency to 99.97% within six months
- Cultivated and fortified enduring vendor partnerships through strategic negotiations, bolstering supply chain reliability and securing preferential terms, resulting in a 15% reduction in procurement costs.
Warehouse Manager
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Directed comprehensive warehouse operations by implementing a new inventory tracking system and streamlined processes, guaranteeing top-tier inventory control and achieving a 50% improvement in throughput
- Acted as a pivotal contributor in supplier negotiations by conducting detailed market analysis and formulating procurement strategies, driving a 30% cost saving.
Lead Counter Sales Associate/Asst Manager
City Electric Supply
02.2018 - 04.2020
- Elevated customer engagement by providing expert guidance on electrical products, resulting in a 20% increase in sales and a 15% improvement in customer satisfaction rates
- Refined inventory management by implementing a just-in-time ordering process and utilizing inventory forecasting tools, ensuring the availability of high-demand products and reducing stockouts by 25%.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LASkills
Supplier Relationship Management
Purchasing strategy
Supply Chain Optimization
Supplier Negotiations
E-procurement Systems
Strategic Sourcing
Global Procurement
Analyzing data
Competitive sourcing
Spend Analysis
Cost Analysis
Vendor Negotiations
Trend assessment
Pricing negotiations
Purchasing strategies
Purchase Order Management
Verbal and written communication
Inventory Monitoring
Materials sourcing
Resourcefulness
Time Management
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent Communication
Decision-Making
Self Motivation
Adaptability and Flexibility
Critical Thinking
Team Collaboration
Organizational Skills
Supplier Communication
Attention to Detail
Adaptability
Quote
Proactively addressing challenges rather than reacting to them fosters continuous improvement. While mistakes are inevitable, learning from them and not repeating them helps us grow daily, striving towards becoming exemplary employees.
Awards
- Supply Chain Leadership Awards (2021 and 2022) - Meraki Installers LLC
- First Place in BUSG College Course Competition - University of New Orleans, for successfully managing and growing a simulated investment portfolio, outperforming 100 other students.
Accomplishments
- Awarded the “Supply Chain Soul Award” for both 2022 and 2023 in recognition of outstanding performance and innovative solutions in overcoming complex supply chain challenges.
Timeline
Senior Buyer / Acting Director of Procurement
Meraki Installers LLC
12.2021 - Current
Materials Manager
07.2021 - 12.2021
Warehouse Manager
04.2020 - 07.2021
Lead Counter Sales Associate/Asst Manager
City Electric Supply
02.2018 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
University of New Orleans