Kurt Aiken
Flowery Branch,GA
Summary
Seasoned Buyer with hands-on experience in sourcing and procurement. Skilled in vendor negotiations, strategic purchasing planning, and market trend analysis. Proven ability to drive cost reductions while maintaining product quality. Committed to improving supply chain efficiency and achieving company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer Broker
Singleton Marine Group
Buford, Georgia
08.2021 - Current
- Negotiated with selected suppliers to obtain lowest unit cost.
- Participated in supplier calls to define component deliveries, meeting scheduled production dates.
- Organized inventory for multiple locations and diversified product selections
- Manage sales guy required daily check ins
- Hand select product fitting for dealership for resell
- Meet sales goals, create avenues of revenue
Buyer Manager
Georgia Boat Brokers
Buford, Georgia
02.2018 - 07.2021
- Managed all aspects of the supply chain process from procurement through delivery of goods or services.
- Performed regular price comparisons between various vendors in order to obtain the best possible prices.
- Evaluated supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
- Run the Business day in and day out
Sprinkler Fitter
Milford Mechanical
Milford, CT
06.2016 - 01.2018
- Welded piping using specialized techniques and computer-assisted fabrication.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout duration of project keeping them informed about progress updates.
- Installed, tested and maintained sprinkler systems in accordance with local codes and regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Platt Tech
Milford, CT06-2016
Skills
- Procurement planning
- Customer service
- Quality control analysis
- Merchandising operations
- Inventory oversight
- Purchasing strategy development
- Pricing negotiations
Timeline
Buyer Broker
Singleton Marine Group
08.2021 - Current
Buyer Manager
Georgia Boat Brokers
02.2018 - 07.2021
Sprinkler Fitter
Milford Mechanical
06.2016 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Platt Tech