DELWIN ELLAM JR
GreshamGRESHAM
Summary
Proven Operations Coordinator with expertise in vendor management, freight claims, and inventory management. Committed to process optimization and enhancing supply chain logistics to drive financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Operations Coordinator
Ferguson
Portland
09.2019 - Current
- Resolved AP variances to enhance financial accuracy.
- Addressed discrepancies in inter-company purchase orders to maintain consistency.
- Managed freight claims to recover costs and ensure timely resolution.
Purchasing Coordinator PIC Team
Ferguson
Portland
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Analyzed market trends to inform purchasing decisions and strategies.
- Developed and maintained strong supplier relationships for optimal procurement.
Commercial quotations / Managed jobs
Ferguson
Portland
01.2007 - 08.2016
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Operations Manager
Ferguson
Washougal
01.2005 - 12.2006
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficiency in workflows and processes.
Operations Associate Manager
Ferguson
Portland
09.2003 - 12.2004
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and service delivery.
- Coordinated inventory management and supply chain logistics for timely product availability.
Operations Supervisor
FNW
01.2000 - 08.2003
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols and operational best practices.
Sales Associate
FNW
Portland
10.1998 - 12.1999
- Assisted customers in selecting plumbing products and solutions.
- Provided detailed product knowledge to help customers make informed decisions.
Receiving Lead
FNW
Portland
09.1996 - 09.1998
- Oversaw daily receiving operations and ensured proper inventory management.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and efficient receiving procedures.
Warehouse Worker
FNW
Portland
01.1990 - 09.1996
- Operated forklifts to efficiently move supplies and materials throughout the warehouse.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and stock checks.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks, ensuring safe handling of products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Centennial
Gresham, OR06-1988
Manufacturing Engineering
Mt. Hood Community College
Gresham, ORSkills
- Vendor management
- Freight claims management
- Inventory management
- Market analysis
- Process optimization
- Supply chain logistics
- Core pricing
- product knowledge
- operations
- Plans and speciation reading
- work well with people
Timeline
Lead Operations Coordinator
Ferguson
09.2019 - Current
Purchasing Coordinator PIC Team
Ferguson
09.2016 - 08.2019
Commercial quotations / Managed jobs
Ferguson
01.2007 - 08.2016
Operations Manager
Ferguson
01.2005 - 12.2006
Operations Associate Manager
Ferguson
09.2003 - 12.2004
Operations Supervisor
FNW
01.2000 - 08.2003
Sales Associate
FNW
10.1998 - 12.1999
Receiving Lead
FNW
09.1996 - 09.1998
Warehouse Worker
FNW
01.1990 - 09.1996
High School Diploma -
Centennial
Manufacturing Engineering
Mt. Hood Community College