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Kevin King

Charlotte,NC

Summary

The knowledge and expertise in printing are all attributes. Through understanding suppliers and their equipment to jobs instrumental. Senior Buyer with over 35 years of progressive retail experience. Well-versed in planning and executing daily and special inventory buys. Proficient in purchasing and procurement environments. Expert at supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on consistent schedule. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure senior-level print buyers position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Experienced print buyer with over 30 years of experience in printing. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Dedicated printing professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Printing Buyer

The King Group Printing And Consulting,
Charlotte, NC
03.1986 - Current
  • Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
  • Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
  • Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
  • Developed and improved account relationships.
  • Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
  • Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
  • Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
  • Reviewed order updates to identify best practices aligned with corporate goals.
  • Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors and recommended optimal suppliers.
  • Maintained focus and organization to regularly complete tasks with precision, timeliness and flexibility to accommodate fluctuating assignments and emerging business trends.
  • Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
  • Met with suppliers to assess changes and determine proper courses of action.
  • Negotiated pricing to determine best deal and save approximately 30% annually.
  • Purchased over $16 Million in Print products annually.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Commercial Photography And Commercial Printing

Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY
05.1986

Skills

  • Quality Specifications Adherence
  • Product Quality Determination
  • Discount Terms Negotiations
  • Invoice Payment Authorization
  • Price Negotiations
  • Strategic Negotiations
  • Merchandise Inspection
  • Ordering and Purchasing
  • Supplier Relations
  • Transportation Arrangements
  • Preparing Spreadsheets
  • Bid Preparation
  • Buyer Seller Agreements
  • Global Procurement
  • Logistics Evaluation
  • Inventory and Supply Management
  • Materials Requisition
  • Vendor Communication and Negotiation
  • Shipping Options Comparison
  • Vendor Contract Negotiations
  • Job Bidding
  • Supplier Due Diligence

Golf, Snow Ski, Hiking, Cycling and Spinning

I use Golf as just one of my most favorite ways to build trust with vendors. I find if they cheat at golf then they will cheat at anything. As for my other activities, I am a well rounded and active person.

Timeline

Printing Buyer

The King Group Printing And Consulting,
03.1986 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Commercial Photography And Commercial Printing

Rochester Institute of Technology

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