Jeffrey Topliff
Purchasing Director
Stow,Ohio
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.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Director
Polymerics Inc
10.2008 - Current
- Achieve cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers of raw materials by 15%.
- Streamline procurement processes for increased efficiency and reduced lead times.
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Implement strategic sourcing initiatives, reducing overall purchasing costs.
- Reduced over all freight cost by 5%.
- Consult on all company improvements.
- Analyze market trends and adjust procurement strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Optimize inventory levels by implementing demand forecasting techniques and just-in-time purchasing strategies.
- Establish long-term agreements with strategic suppliers, securing favorable pricing and delivery terms.
Project Manager/Warehouse Manager/Purchasing Manager
Polymerics Inc
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Streamlined project processes by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
Plant Manager - Kent
Polymerics Inc
01.1990 - 01.2004
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Streamlined supply chain operations, reducing lead times and improving inventory management.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Purchased/Installed and created process in starting new production facility in kent ohio.
Skills
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Price Negotiation
- Contract Negotiation
- Vendor Sourcing
- Supplier Relations
- Cost Reduction
- Supplier Negotiation
- Inventory Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Team Leadership
- Vendor Evaluation
- Process Improvement
- Purchase Orders
Accomplishments
- Improved operations efficiency 10% with implementation of various process improvements.
- Reduced excess inventory by $500,000 through improved purchasing and distribution procedures.
- Saved company $750,000 per year by creating improved vendor sourcing and negotiations procedures.
- Managed purchasing operations for 2 locations.
- Increased sales 7% by developing new marketing initiatives.
Education
University of Maine At Orono
Orono MaineTimeline
Purchasing Director
Polymerics Inc
10.2008 - Current
Project Manager/Warehouse Manager/Purchasing Manager
Polymerics Inc
01.2004 - 01.2008
Plant Manager - Kent
Polymerics Inc
01.1990 - 01.2004
University of Maine At Orono
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