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LOGAN LESTER

Tuscola,TX

Summary

Professional purchasing manager with proven ability to streamline procurement processes and optimize supplier relationships to increase sales and seller retention. Adept at strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and inventory management. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, consistently adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability, analytical thinking, and strong organizational skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing & Inventory Manager

Integrated Power Services (IPS)
10.2023 - Current
  • Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with clients and providing insightful product recommendations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
  • Determined needs, delivered solutions, and overcame objections through consultative selling skills.
  • Enhanced customer retention by offering tailored solutions to address unique needs and challenges, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
  • Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
  • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
  • Developed, maintained and utilized diverse client base.
  • Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
  • Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing and inside sales, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
  • Analyzed market trends and adjusted procurement strategies accordingly for optimal results.
  • Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
  • Progressed through various purchasing, warehousing and leadership roles.
  • Ensured compliance with corporate policies and applicable regulations governing procurement activities, mitigating company risks.
  • Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
  • Responded to market changes by adjusting procurement strategies, ensuring operational agility.
  • Enhanced team productivity with implementation of collaborative procurement software.
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability to increase customer offerings

Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator

Lighthouse Global Energy (Acquired by IPS)
08.2019 - 10.2023
  • Resolved discrepancies between physical counts and electronic records through thorough investigation and reconciliation efforts.
  • Reduced stock discrepancies by diligently investigating variances and resolving issues promptly.
  • Trained new employees on proper inventory procedures, ensuring consistency in processes across the team.
  • Collaborated with sales and production teams to forecast demand accurately and maintain optimal inventory levels.
  • Developed comprehensive reports for management, highlighting inventory levels, trends, and areas of concern.
  • Assisted in the implementation of an inventory management software system for improved record keeping and reporting capabilities.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to negotiate better pricing and delivery terms, resulting in cost savings.
  • Streamlined the ordering process for increased efficiency and reduced lead times.
  • Created and implemented tracking systems to monitor progress and meet deadlines.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production plans with customer requirements.
  • Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering trust and collaboration that enabled successful negotiations.
  • Demonstrated strong analytical skills by effectively managing complex data sets related to supplier performance metrics and spend analysis reports used in decision making.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stockouts and excess inventory costs while maintaining optimal product availability.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Technology Systems with Emphasis in Product Development, Business Management

Utah State University
Logan, UT
01.2019

Skills

  • ERP System Management & Implementation
  • Warehouse & Inventory Management
  • Customer & Vendor Relations
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Analytical problem solver
  • Contract management
  • Solution coordination
  • Operations management
  • Efficiency improvement
  • Bid coordination

Timeline

Purchasing & Inventory Manager

Integrated Power Services (IPS)
10.2023 - Current

Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator

Lighthouse Global Energy (Acquired by IPS)
08.2019 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Science - Technology Systems with Emphasis in Product Development, Business Management

Utah State University

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