Troy Airey
New Albany,IN
Summary
Seasoned Purchasing Manager with in-depth knowledge of procurement, supply chain management and vendor relations. Demonstrated success in reducing costs, improving efficiency, and ensuring timely delivery of goods. Strong negotiation skills paired with a strategic mindset have resulted in impactful relationships with suppliers and fruitful contract negotiations. Proven ability to develop purchasing strategies that support business goals while maintaining high standards of product quality.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Willis Klein Commercial
Louisville, KY
01.2024 - Current
- Implemented policies and procedures for effective management of the purchasing process.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
- Managed vendor accounts payable issues by providing accurate documentation when required.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders such as sales personnel, operations managers and finance teams.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for production requirements.
- Cultivated new vendor relationships using dynamic communication and negotiation skills.
- Provided support to upper management with special projects related to finance or accounting processes.
- Created reports on vehicle utilization, mileage tracking and other metrics as needed.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for fleet operations.
- Maintained fleet of vehicles, including scheduling preventative maintenance and repairs.
- Monitored and tracked progress of installations to ensure adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Analyzed data from previous installations to identify trends or patterns in order to improve future efforts.
- Coordinated installation activities with customers to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Collaborated with other departments such as engineering, sales, and customer service on project plans and timelines.
Purchasing Manager
JBS Swift
Louisville, KY
01.2018 - 01.2024
- 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.
- Prepared periodic reports on purchasing activities, budget expenditures, inventory levels and supply shortages.
- Sourced new vendors for purchasing needs.
- Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options.
Assistant Purchasing Manager
JBS Swift
Marshalltown, IA
02.2011 - 01.2018
- Maintained accurate records of all purchases including price, quantity, quality, and delivery dates.
- Worked closely with internal departments to ensure timely ordering of materials and supplies.
- Assisted in the development of short-term inventory plans and long-term strategic sourcing initiatives.
- Monitored stock levels against forecasted requirements to ensure adequate supply is available at all times.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels to meet personnel and corporate needs.
- Tracked and approved procurement plans and inventory levels.
- Collected operations data and created spreadsheets detailing trends.
- Created and calculated purchase orders to follow price quotes and reductions.
- Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs.
- Organized and prioritized projects.
Warehouse Associate
Diamond Vogel Paint
Marshalltown, IA
05.2005 - 02.2011
- Received and processed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy of items against purchase orders.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through manual and computerized systems.
- Performed cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
- Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
- Packed goods for shipment in accordance with customer instructions.
- Labeled containers correctly for product identification purposes.
- Assembled customer orders from stock ensuring that the correct number and types of products were picked accurately.
- Ensured compliance with established safety procedures when operating machinery or performing physical tasks within the warehouse environment.
- Handled hazardous materials safely following prescribed regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marshalltown High School
Marshalltown, IA05.2004
Skills
- Resourcefulness
- Cost Controls Familiarity
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Document Preparation
- Inventory Coordination
- Compliance Management
- Cost Reduction
- Budget Management
- Supplier Relations
- Vendor Sourcing
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Willis Klein Commercial
01.2024 - Current
Purchasing Manager
JBS Swift
01.2018 - 01.2024
Assistant Purchasing Manager
JBS Swift
02.2011 - 01.2018
Warehouse Associate
Diamond Vogel Paint
05.2005 - 02.2011
High School Diploma -
Marshalltown High School