Jeff Jackson
New Lenox,IL
Summary
Seasoned Director of Procurement at Berkot's Super Foods, adept in supply chain optimization and cross-functional team leadership. Achieved significant cost reductions and fostered robust supplier relationships, enhancing inventory management and market responsiveness. Demonstrated negotiation expertise and strategic planning, driving profitability and operational excellence.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Procurement
Berkot's Super Foods
01.2016 - Current
- Worked directly with vendors/suppliers/brokers/manufacturers across all categories.
- Managed inbound/outbound orders for our two warehouse facilities.
- Researched, sourced and established new vendors from onboarding, item assortment, retail strategy to supply chain planning and delivery procedures.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate pricing integrity and payment accuracy.
- Utilized market data to identify sales opportunity and profitability gaps.
- Analyzed market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.
- Established and maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing and payment terms.
- Identified opportunities to reduce lead times and improve inventory management.
- Developed and tracked metrics to measure supplier performance and cost savings.
- 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.
- Scrutinized store level movement data to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
- Developed, implemented and maintained every day and promotional retail pricing strategies across all 17 retail locations.
- Prepared and presented reports to ownership on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
- Work directly with store level management and operations daily to achieve company goals.
Wholesale Center Store Buyer
Berkot's Super Foods
01.2010 - 12.2015
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Analyzed current vendors and products to stay abreast of market trends and evaluate new suppliers.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
- Developed and managed budgets for purchasing and projected purchasing needs.
- Cultivated relationships with wholesalers and distributors to increase inventory availability.
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
- Reviewed each store location's buying trends to ensure correct assortment of goods for maximum sales and profits.
Store Manager
Berkot's Super Foods
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Managed all levels of store level operation.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Managed all merchandising across the sales floor.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Managed scheduling and hiring of all store level employees.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, budgets, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Led customer relations on all levels of store level operation nurturing relationships and engagement.
Assistant Store Manager
Berkot's Super Foods
06.2003 - 12.2006
- Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Stock Clerk
Berkot's Super Foods
07.2001 - 05.2003
- Stocked merchandise with proper rotation.
- Checked and pulled defective or expired products from shelves.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Blocked and faced products on displays and shelves in accordance with company policy.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Cashiered on front ends when needed.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, ILBBA - Business Administration
Governors State University
Park Forest, ILSkills
- Demand planning
- Supply chain optimization
- Category management
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Negotiation expertise
- Cost reduction strategies
- Supplier relationship management
- Demand forecasting
- New vendor setup
- Market analysis
Timeline
Director of Procurement
Berkot's Super Foods
01.2016 - Current
Wholesale Center Store Buyer
Berkot's Super Foods
01.2010 - 12.2015
Store Manager
Berkot's Super Foods
01.2007 - 12.2009
Assistant Store Manager
Berkot's Super Foods
06.2003 - 12.2006
Stock Clerk
Berkot's Super Foods
07.2001 - 05.2003
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Joliet Junior College
BBA - Business Administration
Governors State University
Similar Profiles
Nicholas MillerNicholas Miller
Butcher at Berkot's Super FoodsButcher at Berkot's Super Foods
Peter ThomasPeter Thomas
POS Cashier, Stocker at Super FoodsPOS Cashier, Stocker at Super Foods
Cristian Roque De Los SantosCristian Roque De Los Santos
Store Associate at Saar's Super Saver FoodsStore Associate at Saar's Super Saver Foods