Dustin Knoch
Franklin,PA
Summary
Resourceful Purchaser efficiently negotiates with vendors to process and create purchase orders to meet supply and demand. Collaborates with necessary departments to address evolving marketplace needs. Functions under minimal supervision but also excels in team environments to attain sales goals and fulfill customer requests.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory/Purchasing Manager
Franklin Industries
Franklin, PA
07.2024 - Current
- Reviewed purchase orders and ensured accuracy of information, such as pricing, payment terms and delivery dates.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Identified potential areas of cost savings through supplier consolidation or alternative sourcing methods.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases including invoices, price lists, product codes and descriptions.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for production requirements.
- Evaluated proposals from vendors on a regular basis to ensure cost effectiveness.
- Assisted in resolving disputes with suppliers regarding defective merchandise or late deliveries.
Shipping/Receiving Coordinator
Welding Technologies
Franklin, PA
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Reduced shipment errors by closely monitoring incoming products and verifying accuracy with purchase orders.
- Enhanced communication between warehouse departments through effective coordination of product distribution.
- Optimized storage space utilization by organizing received items according to size, weight, and frequency of use.
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Facilitated timely order processing by ensuring accurate logging and tracking of received items in the database.
- Collaborated with purchasing department to resolve discrepancies in shipments, ensuring prompt resolution and customer satisfaction.
- Verified accuracy of received items against packing slips.
Purchasing Agent
Fleming Steel
New Castle, PA
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and securing favorable pricing with suppliers.
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication and proactive problemsolving.
- Enhanced product quality by monitoring supplier performance and addressing non-compliance issues.
- Supported company growth by identifying new suppliers and expanding the vendor base.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives within budget constraints.
- Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.
- Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained consistent email communication with suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
Purchasing Agent
Webco Industries, Inc.
Oil City, PA
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication and proactive problemsolving.
- Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and securing favorable pricing with suppliers.
- Worked with departments to find new and better items to fulfill diverse needs.
- Searched for hard-to-find items and found high-quality, reliable vendors.
- Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
- Maintained documentation for all purchases.
Buyer
Honeywell
Franklin, PA
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Increased supplier efficiency by negotiating contracts and maintaining strong relationships with vendors.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Improved inventory management by conducting regular audits, analyzing usage patterns, and implementing demand forecasts.
- Mitigated risks associated with supply chain disruptions by developing contingency plans and maintaining a diverse supplier base.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
Storeroom Supervisor/PM Coordinator
Electralloy
Oil City, PA
01.2015 - 05.2020
- Improved storeroom efficiency by implementing an effective inventory management system.
- Increased accuracy in inventory tracking by conducting regular audits and reconciliations.
- Reduced stock discrepancies through thorough analysis and resolution of inventory issues.
- Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free storeroom environment.
- Optimized storeroom layout to ensure easy access to frequently used items, reducing retrieval time.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to negotiate favorable pricing and delivery terms for supplies.
- Facilitated open communication among team members through regular meetings focused on storeroom operations and improvements.
- Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
- Maintained orderly stockroom for ease of retrieval.
- Evaluated team performance and provided feedback on areas requiring improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Turfgrass Science
Penn State University
University Park06.2006
Skills
- Order Processing
- Vendor Sourcing
- Stock Control
- Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking
- Material Handling
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Quality Control
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Inventory/Purchasing Manager
Franklin Industries
07.2024 - Current
Shipping/Receiving Coordinator
Welding Technologies
11.2023 - 04.2024
Purchasing Agent
Fleming Steel
03.2023 - 09.2023
Purchasing Agent
Webco Industries, Inc.
11.2021 - 09.2022
Buyer
Honeywell
04.2021 - 11.2021
Storeroom Supervisor/PM Coordinator
Electralloy
01.2015 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Turfgrass Science
Penn State University
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