Donnie Burnette
Fitzgerald,GA
Summary
Experienced purchasing professional with top-notch leadership, program management and planning abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills paired with organized nature and advanced problem-solving strengths. Improves policies, reduces waste and supports business needs with efficient, high-quality materials.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
HR/Safety Manager
Elixir Door And Metals
09.2021 - Current
- Reduced accident rates through proactive hazard identification, analysis, and mitigation strategies.
- Addressed non-compliance issues and employees with production manager and suggested remediation.
- Developed and implemented company procedures that reduced job site accidents.
- Managed relationships with regulatory agencies while maintaining open lines of communication for inspections and compliance reviews.
Purchasing Manager
Covered Wagon Trailers
02.2019 - 10.2021
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
- Developed risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Reduced order processing time by automating purchase orders and invoicing systems.
- Monitored and evaluated vendor performance to determine compliance with quality standards.
- Identified and targeted critical procurement issues, saving over $800,000 annually.
Production Manager/Purchasing Manager
Elixir Door And Metals
04.2013 - 02.2019
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Evaluated vendor performance through regular assessments, ensuring only reliable suppliers were used in the procurement process.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fitzgerald High School
Fitzgerald, GA06.1988
Skills
- Training Program Development
- Accident investigation
- Hazard Identification
- Staff Training
- Compliance Management
- Performance Management
- Critical Thinking
- Supervision and leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Problem Resolution
- Relationship Building
Timeline
HR/Safety Manager
Elixir Door And Metals
09.2021 - Current
Purchasing Manager
Covered Wagon Trailers
02.2019 - 10.2021
Production Manager/Purchasing Manager
Elixir Door And Metals
04.2013 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
Fitzgerald High School
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