Larry Rice

• Identified opportunities for process improvements within the purchasing function that led to increased efficiency in daily tasks.
• Achieved significant cost savings through bulk purchasing agreements and volume discounts with suppliers.
• Actively participated in industry events to stay abreast of trends and best practices, incorporating new insights into procurement strategies for the organization''s benefit.
• Scrutinized purchasing data to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
• Ensured adherence to corporate policies and regulatory compliance requirements throughout all purchasing activities within the operations department.
• Conducted thorough market research to identify new potential suppliers and products for company needs.
• Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
• Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
• Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing an efficient inventory management system.
• Identified and targeted critical procurement issues, saving over $[Amount].
• Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
• Established and maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing and payment terms.
• Managed procurement activities for multiple departments, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
• Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
• Conducted regular reviews of supplier contracts to ensure alignment with company goals while maintaining positive working relationships.
• Developed strong relationships with key suppliers to improve product quality and price competitiveness.
• Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
• Implemented a cost-saving strategy by consolidating purchases from various suppliers into one primary vendor agreement.
• Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
• Contacted location managers and department supervisors to assess requirements.
• Evaluated supplier proposals based on factors such as price, quality, availability, and terms of service to make informed decisions that benefited the company''s bottom line.
• Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
• Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.

• Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
• Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
• Proactively identified areas of risk within the organization implemented necessary safeguards mitigating any potential negative impact on the business.
• Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
• Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
• Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
• Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
• Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
• Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
• Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
• Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
• Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
• Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
• Managed day-to-day business operations.
• Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
• Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns, and transaction reports.
• Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
• Established foundational processes for business operations.

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• Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
• Maintained excellent knowledge of industry trends and advancements to inform strategic decisions in the field management role.
• Enhanced overall company reputation through exceptional client communication during all stages of the project lifecycle—promoting transparency in processes—and ensuring expectations were met or surpassed consistently.
• Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
• Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
• Monitored personnel performance to identify opportunities for improvement and develop solutions to productivity issues.
• Performed quality control inspections on phases of field operations.
• Tracked key performance indicators and enforced quality control measures.
• Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
• Collaborated with multiple departments to meet operational deadlines.
• Monitored daily site activities to mitigate risks associated with construction projects while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient scheduling and resource allocation strategies.
• Coordinated and scheduled field personnel to cover operations throughout assigned regional area.
• Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.