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John Baker

Columbia,SC

Summary

Dynamic Vendor Management Specialist with a proven track record at Consolidated Electric Distributors, excelling in supplier relationship management and performance improvement. Successfully reduced inventory discrepancies to below four percent while fostering strong vendor partnerships. Passionate about driving operational efficiency and enhancing customer satisfaction through strategic collaboration and effective communication.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Vendor Management Specialist

Consolidated Electric Distributors
Columbia, SC
01.2024 - Current
  • Conducted daily face-to-face sales, aligning closely with buyers to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Oversaw satellite warehouse and office operations, managing $600,000 in inventory under Vendor Managed Inventory model.
  • Managed vendor relationships to ensure compliance with company standards and performance expectations.
  • Collaborated with procurement team to identify optimal supply sources and materials for operational efficiency.
  • Cultivated strong vendor partnerships to enhance communication and collaboration across teams.
  • Maintained accurate stock records, reducing inventory discrepancies to below four percent during annual audit.

Director of Operations

Miami Valley Premier
Fairfeild, OH
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Set goals and expectations for direct reports using performance review process, holding staff accountable.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.

Education

Bachelor of Marketing -

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
12.2023

Associate of Science -

Navarro College
Corsicana, TX
05.2021

Skills

  • Schedule oversight and management
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Sales tracking
  • Performance improvement
  • Customer retention strategies
  • Program administration
  • Pricing strategy
  • Procurement strategies
  • Customer relationship management
  • Performance evaluation
  • Team collaboration
  • Demand forecasting
  • Supplier relationship management

Education and Training

other,other

Timeline

Vendor Management Specialist

Consolidated Electric Distributors
01.2024 - Current

Director of Operations

Miami Valley Premier
01.2023 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Marketing -

University of Kentucky

Associate of Science -

Navarro College

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