Devin Washington
Summary
Seasoned Buyer bringing in-depth retail and professional experience in diverse environments. First-rate planner, manager and communicator highly trained in purchasing and supply chain management. Proficient in managing purchasing needs in high-volume retail operations. Skilled research and forecasting abilities with strengths in communication and key relationship management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Amentum
01.2023 - Current
- Oversee procurement processes for diverse products, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with project specifications.
- Cultivate and sustain supplier relationships to ensure superior product quality and service reliability.
- Evaluate market trends to uncover cost-saving opportunities and enhance purchasing strategies.
- Facilitate collaboration among cross-functional teams to synchronize procurement activities with organizational objectives.
- Execute supplier audits to uphold compliance with quality standards and contractual obligations.
- Direct vendor negotiations to secure advantageous terms while upholding quality standards.
- Mentor junior buyers on procurement best practices to enhance team performance.
- Facilitate collaboration with internal departments to assess needs and define purchasing requirements.
Logistics Material Specialist
Liebherr
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Picked work orders, sales orders, or requests for parts and materials using material handling equipment. Staged materials for packaging and shipment. Delivered materials to production or loaded them for shipment to customers.
- Oversaw inventory storage management to ensure safe and efficient material movement.
- Executed order packing for domestic and international shipments in accordance with company guidelines.
- Stocked materials and items on designated racks, shelves, or bins while awaiting verification of stocking documentation. Reported discrepancies in inventory related to stocking transactions.
- Facilitated investigation, resolution, and coordination of shipping and receiving discrepancies.
- Inspected and verified quantity and condition of incoming parts and materials.
Inventory Management Specialist
Bionetics
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Ensured accuracy of order fulfillment by meticulously comparing gathered items and quantities against shipping documents.
- Oversaw proper packaging of shipments to ensure safe delivery.
- Managed preparation and maintenance of shipping records for goods dispatched.
- Executed disposal initiatives for equipment and materials classified as excess or scrap.
- Executed data entry operations with precision and attention to detail.
- Executed routing operations by generating precise shipping documentation and package labels.
- Facilitated communication with vendor representatives to address and resolve issues related to damaged shipments and item shortages.
Warehouse Specialist
PCSI
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Executed diverse warehousing responsibilities, demonstrating proficiency in established storage protocols.
- Conducted inventory deficiency assessments and executed secondary count analysis under supervisor direction.
- Verified materials against receiving documents, reported discrepancies and damages, and assisted in routing items to designated storage locations. Organized and stacked materials according to established storage methods for efficient access.
- Executed warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, moving, and shipping inventory utilizing material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Assisted in organizing and inventorying stored materials. Identified and reported any deterioration or damage to stored items. Prepared materials for shipment after removal from storage.
- Executed clerical and physical tasks to facilitate efficient shipping and receiving of goods.
Purchasing/Material Distribution Handling
Huntington Ingalls industries
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Executed operation of vehicles and machinery to fulfill work assignments efficiently.
- Oversaw maintenance of a safe work environment, ensuring adherence to OSHA and governmental regulations.
- Evaluated and quantified cargo and materials to determine precise handling requirements.
- Executed inspections and testing of materials, stock, vehicles, equipment, and facilities to uphold safety standards.
- Developed and executed optimized transportation route plans to enhance logistical efficiency.
- Directed field operations to guarantee compliance with established protocols and optimal material utilization.
- Directed work assignments and equipment allocations to enhance transportation operations.
Unloader/Processor
Walmart Distribution Center
02.2013 - 02.2018
- Conducted thorough examination of contents, comparing with records including manifests, invoices, and orders to ensure shipment accuracy.
- Facilitated document preparation, including work orders, bills of lading, and shipping orders, to optimize material routing.
- Recorded shipment data, including weight, charges, space availability, and damages, to support accurate reporting and accounting processes. Documented discrepancies in shipments for record-keeping purposes. Assisted in maintaining organized and up-to-date shipment records.
- Executed packing, sealing, labeling, and postage affixing for shipping materials using hand tools, power tools, and postage meter.
- Managed requisition and storage of shipping materials and supplies to ensure optimal inventory levels.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA12.2023
High School Diploma -
Bethel High School
Hampton, VA06.2008
Skills
- Purchase order management
- Relationship building
- Multi-tasking strength
- Materials sourcing
- Pricing analysis
- Strategic sourcing
- Strategic planning
- Quality assurance
- Inventory oversight
- Contract negotiation
Additional Information
- Active Secret Clearance
Timeline
Buyer
Amentum
01.2023 - Current
Logistics Material Specialist
Liebherr
05.2022 - 01.2023
Inventory Management Specialist
Bionetics
11.2021 - 05.2022
Warehouse Specialist
PCSI
11.2020 - 11.2021
Purchasing/Material Distribution Handling
Huntington Ingalls industries
02.2018 - 12.2019
Unloader/Processor
Walmart Distribution Center
02.2013 - 02.2018
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Thomas Nelson Community College
High School Diploma -
Bethel High School