Justin Matlock
Greenwood,IN
Summary
Customer-oriented, strategic-thinking procurement professional with several years of experience in building relationships, cultivating partnerships, retaining top accounts and growing profit channels. Multi-tasking and self-motivated leader with expertise on expanding network connections, persuasively buying introducing products, implementing pricing/merchandising models, inventory control and projections, territory development and revealing customer needs to deliver solutions.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Specialist
Acosta Sales & Marketing
Indianapolis, IN
03.2020 - Current
- Analyzed market trends to anticipate future material needs.
- Maintained records of purchases, pricing, and other important data in company databases.
- Managed relationships with key suppliers by regularly communicating updates about pricing changes or new products.
- Organized periodic meetings with vendors and suppliers to discuss business objectives.
- Monitored stock levels and identified purchasing needs.
- Mitigated logistics deficiencies, resolved shortages and tracked missed or late deliveries while scheduling and expediting high-priority customers.
Procurement Specialist
SpartanNash
Indianapolis, IN
07.2006 - 03.2020
- Analyzed market trends to anticipate future material needs.
- Maintained records of purchases, pricing, and other important data in company databases.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement within the procurement cycle.
- Managed relationships with key suppliers by regularly communicating updates about pricing changes or new products.
- Evaluated supplier quotations to determine best value for money products or services.
Produce Manager
Marsh Food Markets
Indianapolis, IN
01.1999 - 07.2006
- Established relationships with local farmers and suppliers to secure high-quality organic fruits and vegetables at reasonable prices.
- Created promotional displays for seasonal or special occasions, increasing sales volume through marketing efforts.
- Evaluated vendor performance to ensure timely delivery and competitive pricing of products.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety regulations and policies.
- Supervised staff members in the produce department, delegating tasks and training new employees.
- Maintained records of purchases, storage temperatures, deliveries, and invoices for accuracy in financial reporting.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends in customer purchasing habits, optimizing product selection accordingly.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly while maintaining a positive attitude towards customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenwood Community High School
Greenwood, IN05-1993
Skills
- Writing and verbal communication
- Persuasion skills
- Effective Communication
- Supply chain forecasting
- Product tracking
- Order Placement
- Purchasing
- Cost Analysis
- Quality Control
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Demand forecasting
A little me
- I have been happily married to my wife for 27 years. We have 3 children, a boy (17 years old) and 2 daughters (8 and 7). We were foster parents for 5 years until we adopted our 2 daughters . I was involved with my sons baseball teams as he played over the years and my daughters are into cheer and dance. I am an avid Golfer nad love spending time with my family.
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
Acosta Sales & Marketing
03.2020 - Current
Procurement Specialist
SpartanNash
07.2006 - 03.2020
Produce Manager
Marsh Food Markets
01.1999 - 07.2006
High School Diploma -
Greenwood Community High School