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Jonathan Dalton

Danville,VA

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in supply chain management and effective communication. Demonstrated success in negotiating favorable terms with vendors and leading diverse teams to achieve organizational goals and enhance customer satisfaction.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President/Owner

Diamond Paper Company
Danville, VA
06.2005 - Current
  • From 2005-2007 I worked full time in the summer and part time during the school year loading and unloading trucks as well as making deliveries when needed.
  • From 2008-2011 I was the warehouse manager. In this role I managed a team of 10-12 employees including 4-5 drivers, 4-5 warehouse associates and two customer service representatives.
  • From 2011-2013 I was a sales representative covering Roanoke, Blacksburg and South Boston, Va as well as Burlington, NC.
  • In 2013 I became the purchasing manager. In this role I've maintained working relationships with around 100 manufacturers and around 20-25 vendor representatives. This includes direct manufacture reps as well as brokerage groups.
  • Since 2014 I've been the Vice President including overseeing the day to day operation, managing 25-30 employees, a fleet of eight 26' box trucks while continuing to grow strong vendor and customer relationships.

Education

General Studies - Some College

New River Community College
Dublin, VA
01.2008

General Studies - Some College

Danville Community College
Danville, VA
01.2007

High school diploma -

Tunstall Sr. High School
Dry Fork, VA
01.2006

Skills

  • Financial forecasting
  • Supply chain management
  • Vendor management
  • Quality control
  • Inventory optimization
  • Customer relationship management
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Negotiation skills
  • Leadership development
  • Budget management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Supervisory experience
  • Sales strategies
  • Management principles
  • Customer service excellence
  • Vendor relations

Affiliations

  • Personnel Committee (West Main Baptist Church) 2018-2020
  • Deacon (West Main Baptist Church) 2021
  • Hope Church Danville (Active since 2023)
  • Tuscarora Country Club (Member)
  • Softball Coach (Pittsylvania County Youth League 10U) 2024

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Vice President/Owner

Diamond Paper Company
06.2005 - Current

General Studies - Some College

New River Community College

General Studies - Some College

Danville Community College

High school diploma -

Tunstall Sr. High School