Freddie Acevedo
Braselton,GA
Summary
Dedicated purchasing professional specializing in logistics coordination, vendor relations and inventory management. Organized and proactive with remarkable project management, communication and planning abilities. Exceptional leader skilled at reducing costs and increasing department efficiency.
Talented Logistics Specialist with over 20 years in warehouse and purchasing experience; with detail oriented and hardworking approach to keeping goods flowing efficiently. Knowledgeable about coordinating both inbound and outbound schedules. Highly organized and forward-thinking team player with analytical mind and unflagging focus on on-time service. Offering excellent communication and good judgement. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Big Creek Foods
Gainesville, GA
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability of over $2,000,000 in stock items.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Monitored and evaluated vendor performance to determine compliance with quality standards.
- Used NetSuite to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Conducted regular research to identify trends and cost saving opportunities.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
- Identified opportunities to reduce lead times and improve inventory management.
- Scrutinized purchasing data to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
Shipping Supervisor
Masonite Door Fabs
Lawrenceville, GA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Supervised shipping team of 50 employees.
- Operated forklifts, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Maintained positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEX, and Freight Carriers shipping companies.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Inspected work areas to keep free of hazards and maintain proper function of safety equipment.
- Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve team productivity and efficiency.
- Monitored progress of tasks to provide feedback for improvement.
- Resolved conflicts between team members and addressed complaints or grievances.
- Evaluated team performance and provided feedback on areas requiring improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of team attendance and documented disciplinary actions.
- Scheduled shifts and shift changes to accommodate workload and customer needs.
- Determined staffing needs, developing schedules to staff all shifts.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Inspected loading operations for improvements in efficiency and safety.
- Managed shipping activities for company with approximate 40 to 60 FTL and LTL daily.
Supply Logistics Specialist
US Coast Guard
Cape May, NJ
06.2018 - 08.2022
- Eliminated process lags by overseeing $1,000,000 in inventory parts and supplies to fulfill customer demand.
- Achieved 50% reduction in delay time through on-time warehouse operations and deliveries.
- Boosted customer satisfaction ratings by 100% by providing effective solutions.
- Coordinated with freight forwarder to provide vendor shipping details and obtain shipping updates.
- Maintain 100% accuracy of local inventory which ensured parts availability for requesting units.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, by always arriving to work on time.
- Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Completed stock inventories to identify and address issues negatively impacting controls.
- Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
- Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of inventory records.
Purchasing Supervisor/Warehouse Inventory Control Supervisor
US Coast Guard
St. Petersburg, FL
06.2014 - 06.2018
- Maintained control of cycle counts, physical inventory and discrepancy research.
- Traced item history to determine reason for discrepancies between inventory and stock control records.
- Processed damaged goods and completed wasted inventory paperwork.
- Inventoried warehouse stock on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Standardized inventory quarterly reporting and analysis and instituted corrective action for close-outs and out-of-stock items to keep inventory records current.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
- As shop supervisor managed team of 6 purchasing agents ensuring accurate and on time purchase of supply and services for all departments in unit.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Maintained focus and organization to regularly complete tasks with precision, timeliness and flexibility to accommodate fluctuating assignments and emerging needs.
- Worked with shop Department Heads to maintain accurate shop Budget and run financial reports to ensure accountability of funds.
- Oversaw all incoming and outgoing of parts and supplies in warehouse and ensure all packages accounted for and stock in proper location.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Worked with clients to resolve claim issues quickly and efficiently.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets and maintained permanent records.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships and negotiated prices. Organized receipts, purchases and documentation of finished goods, packaging, materials and ingredients.
Purchasing Specialist
US Coast Guard
Galveston, TX
07.2011 - 06.2014
- Computed and created purchase orders in ORACLE/LUFS to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Standardized inventory quarterly reporting and analysis and instituted corrective action for close-outs and out-of-stock items to keep inventory records current.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track over $500,000 on orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Analyzed customer request for supplies and services specifications and RFQ requirements to perform purchase analysis.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Oversaw financial administration and managed Operating Materials & Supply (OM&S) inventory while selecting and monitoring vendors.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
Warehouse Supervisor
Us Coast Guard
Clearwater, FL
06.2007 - 07.2011
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Monitored employee performance and offered mentoring and leadership to improve any deficiencies.
- Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
- Monitored adherence to safety protocols and company policies by staying attentive to details.
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Oversaw inventory control of over $1,000,000 in parts and supply levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes
Education
No Degree - Accounting
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
Aguadilla, PR07.1993
High School Diploma -
Efrain S. Hidalgo
Moca, PR05.1990
Skills
- Procurement Expertise
- Price Negotiation
- Critical Thinking
- Inventory Management
- Decision Making
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Interpersonal Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Professional Demeanor
- Vendor Sourcing
- Supplier Relations
- Organization and Time Management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Big Creek Foods
05.2023 - 10.2023
Shipping Supervisor
Masonite Door Fabs
08.2022 - 05.2023
Supply Logistics Specialist
US Coast Guard
06.2018 - 08.2022
Purchasing Supervisor/Warehouse Inventory Control Supervisor
US Coast Guard
06.2014 - 06.2018
Purchasing Specialist
US Coast Guard
07.2011 - 06.2014
Warehouse Supervisor
Us Coast Guard
06.2007 - 07.2011
No Degree - Accounting
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
High School Diploma -
Efrain S. Hidalgo