Joshua E. Friedman
Purchasing Agent
Clover,SC
Summary
As procurement professional, brings wealth of experience in strategic sourcing and vendor management. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results under tight deadlines. Reliable and adaptable to changing business needs, ensuring efficient procurement practices. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Mayer Electric Supply
Charlotte, NC
11.2023 - 08.2026
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable pricing and terms.
- Processed purchase orders efficiently, ensuring timely delivery of materials.
- Collaborated with sales teams to forecast material needs for upcoming projects.
- Monitored inventory levels, optimizing stock to prevent shortages or excesses.
Purchasing Agent
Gilston Electrical Contracting LLC
09.2019 - Current
- Kept consistent phone & email communication with foremen on each jobsite and suppliers to ensure correct products were purchased economically and delivered quickly.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Worked closely with project management teams, corporate compliance officers, and ownership to ensure high priority & complex purchase orders were issued with precise terms, conditions, insurance, or other additional requirements.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors & manufacturers, and recommended optimal suppliers by determining lowest possible cost, factoring in lead times, jobsite restrictions, quality, and reliability.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics and scheduling factors.
Inside Sales Representative
Liberty Elevator
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Responsible for customer accounts generating over $3 million in yearly sales
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions at all times
- Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices and availability
- Determined needs, delivered solutions, and overcame objections through consultative selling skills
- Developed strategic relationships with existing customers by learning preferences and managing regular communications
- Negotiated prices and terms of sales with potential customers to reach mutually beneficial agreement
Sales Operation Manager
IG Federal Electrical Supply Corp
04.2015 - 11.2016
- Managed more than 14 client relationships grossing over $3 million in 2016 sales
- Effectively led a seasoned team of inside salesmen
- Served as emergency point of contact for customers and ownership; opening and closing the business as needed
- Was promoted from inside sales role to work with the sales team
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Ithaca College
Ithaca2012
Skills
- Open communication
- Tenacious follow-up
- Relationship building and management
- Order management
- Vendor relations
- Materials Purchasing
- Procurement Operations
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Mayer Electric Supply
11.2023 - 08.2026
Purchasing Agent
Gilston Electrical Contracting LLC
09.2019 - Current
Inside Sales Representative
Liberty Elevator
01.2017 - 08.2019
Sales Operation Manager
IG Federal Electrical Supply Corp
04.2015 - 11.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Ithaca College