Larry Puyear
Cheney,WA
Summary
Energy Operations Manager with a proven track record at Valley Wide Cooperative, excelling in operational efficiency and customer engagement. Successfully negotiated a 10 million gallon contract at Aglink Inc, showcasing effective problem resolution and team leadership. Adept at fostering strong customer relationships and driving sales growth through strategic market insights.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Energy Operations Manager
Valley Wide Cooperative
09.2021 - Current
- Assist and advise the Washington energy sales team.
- Price and secure fixed forward contracts.
- Responsible for reporting CAP and Invest reports to suppliers.
- Provide market intel to customers.
- Established strong relationship with suppliers and customers.
- Administer daily fuel pricing for Eastern Washington and North Idaho.
- Implemented and facilitate a team to collaborate daily inventory and dispatch requirements.
Energy Sales Manager
Aglink Inc
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Negotiated supply and sold a 10 million gallon contract to Maverik.
- Participated in ride alongs with salesteam members.
- Promoted premium diesel sales.
- Organized monthly sales meetings discussing strategies and account issues.
- Procured and sold fixed forward contracts to farmers
Agronomy Manager
Century Farms
12.2017 - 06.2020
- Helped grow the farm from 10,000 acres to 18,000 acres in size over two years participating in land acquisitions.
- Established daily work schedules for the employees.
- Led agronomic initiatives to enhance crop yield and sustainability practices.
- Responsible for chemical applications and record keeping per the state requirements.
Branch Manager
Aglink Inc
05.2009 - 12.2017
- Directed daily operations to ensure efficient branch functionality and customer satisfaction.
- Increased sales by establishing strong relationships with the customer base.
- Worked alongside the customer advising them with products that worked within their budget.
Education
No Degree - Business
YVCC
Yakima, WANo Degree - Business
WSU
Pullman, WASkills
- Effective problem resolution
- Effective team leadership
- Operational efficiency management
- Customer engagement
Timeline
Energy Sales Manager
Aglink Inc
10.2021 - 09.2022
Energy Operations Manager
Valley Wide Cooperative
09.2021 - Current
Agronomy Manager
Century Farms
12.2017 - 06.2020
Branch Manager
Aglink Inc
05.2009 - 12.2017
No Degree - Business
YVCC
No Degree - Business
WSU