Durell Boyd
Denver,CO
Summary
Strategic supply chain and procurement leader with 15+ years of experience optimizing inventory across multi-site operations, enhancing vendor relations, and leading enterprise-wide initiatives focused on representation, fairness, inclusion, and community. Proven track record of reducing costs, improving operational efficiency by double digits, and developing high-performing teams. Passionate about aligning business outcomes with community impact, and inclusive corporate culture.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
National Vendor Replenishment Planner II
Albertsons Companies
Denver, CO
11.2019 - 05.2025
- Spearheaded inventory management for 1,300+ SKUs across 22 distribution centers, supporting 2,200+ stores nationwide and reducing overstock by 20%.
- Partnered with national vendors and sales divisions to negotiate pricing and streamline workflows, achieving a 10% cost reduction across key categories.
- Developed internal enablement tools adopted company-wide, boosting replenishment efficiency by 25%.
- Strengthened supplier collaboration through data-driven forecasting and analysis to ensure demand alignment.
- Managed AP variance processes, improving invoice accuracy and reducing financial discrepancies by 15%.
- Mentored junior staff and fostered cross-functional knowledge sharing across supply chain teams.
Procurement Buyer
Coastal Pacific Food Distributors
Ontario, CA
10.2008 - 09.2019
- Led product replenishment for 2,200 SKUs across 4 warehouses, supporting 240 retail sites and 78 commissaries internationally.
- Reduced product waste by 75% through streamlined sourcing and forecasting.
- Drove seasonal and new product forecast strategies to maximize order accuracy and availability.
- Enhanced PO processing workflows to maintain inventory integrity and minimize disruption.
Education
BBA - Business Information Systems
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN12.2005
Timeline
National Vendor Replenishment Planner II
Albertsons Companies
11.2019 - 05.2025
Procurement Buyer
Coastal Pacific Food Distributors
10.2008 - 09.2019
BBA - Business Information Systems
Tennessee State University
Certification
- McKinsey Leadership Academy: Leadership Essentials, (2024)
- Albertsons Companies: Leadership Pathways Graduate, (2024)
- Albertsons Companies: Mentor/Mentee Program, (2022–2025)
- Albertsons Companies: Campus Ambassador, (2022–2023)
- Safeway Denver Division: Diversity Council Member, (2021–2025)
Awards
- Safeway Denver Division Diversity Council Member, 01/01/21 - Present
- Albertsons Companies Mentor/Mentee Program, 02/01/22 - Present
- Albertsons Companies Campus Ambassador, 04/01/22 - 06/01/23
Certifications Courses
- McKinsey Leadership Academy Leadership Essentials, 01/01/24
- Albertson's Companies Leadership Pathways Graduate, 03/01/24
Leadership & Community Engagement
- Co-Chair, African American Leadership Council, Albertsons Companies, (2022-2025): Led national ARG programming, built strategic partnerships, and supported 14 divisional resource groups.
- Grant Board Member, Albertsons Foundation, (2024-2025): Reviewed 250+ nonprofit proposals, advised on funding strategies, and mentored grantees to increase program outcomes.
- Community Events Representative, Albertsons Companies, (2022-2025): Supported cultural sponsorships and community programs including Juneteenth Music Festival, Colorado Black Arts Festival, African American Youth Leadership Conference & Supply a Teacher Drive.
Skills
- Technical Tools: Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft BI, ERP Systems, FaR, Manhattan Active, Microsoft Teams
- Supply Chain Expertise: Demand Forecasting, Inventory Management, PO Management, Vendor Relations, Replenishment Optimization
- Leadership & Stratgey: Inclusive Leadership, Program Development, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Mentorship, Strategic Planning
References
References available upon request.
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