Dennis Bellotti
Yucaipa,California
Summary
Dynamic Procurement Manager with a proven track record at Robertson's Ready Mix, adept in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. Excelled in reducing costs by streamlining procurement processes, achieving significant savings. Skilled in negotiation and team building, consistently enhancing operational efficiency and fostering robust supplier partnerships. Demonstrated excellence in financial acumen and effective communication, driving profitability and team cohesion.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Manager
Robertson's Ready Mix
06.1998 - Current
- Managed 32 warehouse employees along with 8 purchasers
- Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
- Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Identified opportunities to reduce lead times and improve inventory management.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
- Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.
Assistant Manager
Kragens Auto Parts
01.1994 - 06.1998
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Managed counter employees while dealing with 100 to 200 Customers daily
Education
High School Diploma -
Fontana High School
Fontana, CA06.1993
Skills
- Global Procurement
- Price Negotiation
- Budget Planning
- MS Office
- Inventory Management
- Vendor Sourcing
- Account Management
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Multitasking
- Effective Communication
- Staff Training
- Inventory Control
Timeline
Procurement Manager
Robertson's Ready Mix
06.1998 - Current
Assistant Manager
Kragens Auto Parts
01.1994 - 06.1998
High School Diploma -
Fontana High School