Gary Hudgens
Summary
Accomplished Product Support Manager and Sales and Buyer of Used Forklifts at Hiene Equipment, adept at multi-tasking and relationship building. Expert in purchase order management and materials sourcing, significantly reducing procurement costs and fostering robust supplier partnerships. Proven track record in mentoring teams and driving new business through strategic product support and market analysis.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales and Buyer of Used Forklifts
Hiene Equipment
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
Product Support Manager
Wiese USA
06.1998 - 05.2018
- Determined product pricing by utilizing market research data, reviewing production and sales costs and anticipating volume.
- Maintained product management staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training [Number] employees.
- Coached and mentored junior team members to improve their technical skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Introduced and marketed new products by developing time-integrated plans with sales, advertising and production.
- Manage large service and parts operations.
- Meet with customers to handle problems and meet with new customers for acquiring new business.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest
Springfield, Mo05-1965
Skills
- Purchase order management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Relationship building
- Materials sourcing
Languages
English
Professional Working
Interests
Retired and enjoy playing Golf and Fishing with Grandkids / Great Grandkids Attending Church and working security at Church
Timeline
Sales and Buyer of Used Forklifts
Hiene Equipment
05.2019 - 08.2022
Product Support Manager
Wiese USA
06.1998 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest
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