Kevin Stevenson
Independence ,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with over 10 years in purchasing and supplier management. Skilled in contract negotiation and vendor evaluation, consistently achieving cost-saving initiatives while ensuring compliance with company standards. Ready to leverage analytical skills to optimize purchasing strategies.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
TRU-FIT PRODUCTS of Kansas City
Kansas city, MO
08.2023 - Current
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely product delivery and compliance with company standards.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors, achieving cost reductions on procurement.
- Reviewed purchase orders and invoices for accuracy before processing payments.
- Analyzed market trends to guide strategic purchasing decisions effectively.
- Performed regular price comparisons among suppliers to identify the best options.
- Contacted vendors to verify order status and address shipment discrepancies.
- Collaborated with accounting to resolve billing issues with suppliers promptly.
- Researched and evaluated suppliers based on quality, reliability, and service offerings.
Purchasing Specialist
Inventory Sales
Kansas City, Kansas
06.2013 - 08.2023
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely, accurate order fulfillment.
- Negotiated contracts and pricing terms with suppliers to secure advantageous agreements.
- Monitored inventory turnover rates to align purchasing strategies with market demand.
- Conducted market research to assess potential suppliers and products.
- Evaluated vendor bids based on quality, price, and delivery terms for optimal selection.
- Compiled data from catalogs, supplier quotes, and customer requirements to support decision-making.
- Ensured adherence to company procurement policies throughout all purchasing activities.
- Identified potential vendors based on price competitiveness, product quality, and delivery reliability.
Field Artillery Cannon Crewmember
US Army
04.2008 - 04.2012
- Honorable Discharge
Education
Blue Springs High School
Blue Springs, MO04-2004
Skills
- Supplier management
- Contract negotiation
- Inventory management
- Market analysis
- Purchase order processing
- Vendor evaluation
- Billing resolution
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Supply chain coordination
- Accounts payable
- New vendor setup
- Supplier negotiation
- Procurement software proficiency
- Negotiation
- Cost control
- Accounts receivable
- Freight coordination
- Procurement software
- Multitasking capacity
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
TRU-FIT PRODUCTS of Kansas City
08.2023 - Current
Purchasing Specialist
Inventory Sales
06.2013 - 08.2023
Field Artillery Cannon Crewmember
US Army
04.2008 - 04.2012
Blue Springs High School