John M. Mitchell
Starkville,MS
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Buyer
Stark Aerospace Inc
Columbus, MS
05.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements.
- Built supplier relationships to mitigate risk and establish effective purchasing arrangements.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
Purchasing Agent
Fusion Furniture Inc
11.2019 - 05.2021
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Oversaw & compiled data for physical inventory counts each month.
Sales Specialist - Appliances
Lowe's Companies Inc
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Provided accurate information about promotions, customer programs and products, helping drive high customer retention.
- Pursued resolutions to achieve complete customer satisfaction, including tracking down hard-to-find merchandise at diverse locations.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
Logistics Engineer
Circadence Corporation
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Facilitated delivery of hardware/software assets (>$40 million in value).
- Worked with Federal Government personnel to ensure proper tracking and documentation of asset transfers.
- Ensured the satisfaction of our customers by providing prompt and courteous service.
Purchasing Analyst/Buyer
Kirby Building Systems - Mississippi, A Nucor Company
02.2014 - 03.2018
- Obtained strong working knowledge of company's ERP system (Microsoft Great Plains) and became a key divisional resource for its use.
- Forecasted, procured and coordinated delivery of raw materials and services.
- Developed and maintained professional working relationship with all vendors, suppliers and contractors.
Sales Associate
Houston Communications, LLC - A CSpire Select Retailer
10.2013 - 02.2014
- Assessed customer needs and made appropriate sales recommendations.
- Met & exceeded sales metrics on a consistent basis.
Sales Associate / IT Group Leader
Campus Book Mart, Inc
01.2013 - 10.2013
- Coordinated maintenance and repair of computers, printers, POS terminals, company website, inventory database and IT equipment.
- Assisted customers with sales related matters.
Financial Adviser
JDS Wealth Strategies
08.2005 - 10.2012
- Worked directly with clients in building and protecting wealth through budgeting, insurance products, and investing.
- Held FINRA Series 7, 6, 65 and 63 security licenses along with life, accident, health and variable annuity insurance licenses.
- Assisted in multiple roles to grow the business from infancy stage to over >$35 million in assets under management at the time of my departure.
Education
BBA - Business Information Systems
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS2005
Associate of Arts - Business
East Mississippi Community College
Mayhew, MS2003
Skills
- Technical aptitude
- Financial management
- Outstanding interpersonal skills
- Strategic planning
- Flexible team player
Timeline
Senior Buyer
Stark Aerospace Inc
05.2021 - Current
Purchasing Agent
Fusion Furniture Inc
11.2019 - 05.2021
Sales Specialist - Appliances
Lowe's Companies Inc
09.2019 - 11.2019
Logistics Engineer
Circadence Corporation
03.2018 - 04.2019
Purchasing Analyst/Buyer
Kirby Building Systems - Mississippi, A Nucor Company
02.2014 - 03.2018
Sales Associate
Houston Communications, LLC - A CSpire Select Retailer
10.2013 - 02.2014
Sales Associate / IT Group Leader
Campus Book Mart, Inc
01.2013 - 10.2013
Financial Adviser
JDS Wealth Strategies
08.2005 - 10.2012
BBA - Business Information Systems
Mississippi State University
Associate of Arts - Business
East Mississippi Community College