Matthew Madey
Pittsburgh,US
Summary
Dynamic Purchasing Supervisor with a proven track record, excelling in strategic planning and supplier relationship management. Enhanced procurement efficiency by implementing innovative processes, resulting in significant cost reductions. Adept at inventory management and problem-solving, consistently delivering quality materials on time while fostering strong vendor partnerships.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Supervisor
Fourth Streeet Foods
Charleroi, Pennsylvania
06.2025 - Current
- Managed procurement processes for food supplies and ingredients.
- Coordinated with production teams to align purchasing with demand.
- Oversaw inventory levels and conducted regular audits for accuracy.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key vendors and suppliers.
- Reviewed purchase orders for compliance with company standards.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within the purchasing process in order to increase efficiency.
REGIONAL PURCHASING MANAGER
Capitol Building Supply Inc
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Implemented purchasing systems and processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness of procurement operations.
- Analyzed market trends and identified potential new sources of supply.
- Reviewed purchase requisitions prior to ordering materials or services ensuring accuracy of specifications while minimizing cost impact.
- Managed the negotiation of contracts with regional vendors for a variety of products and services.
- Collaborated with other departments throughout the organization to determine their needs in order to develop appropriate purchasing plans.
- Developed and implemented purchasing strategies to reduce cost, improve quality and ensure on-time delivery of goods.
- Provided oversight of inventory levels by working closely with warehouse personnel.
- Negotiated with vendors to obtain the best possible pricing for quality materials and services.
- Identified dead inventory and created solutions for excess liquidation through aggressive and creative inventory management techniques.
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE/PURCHASING AGENT
L&W Supply
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in order to effectively interact with customers.
- Developed strong customer relationships and loyalty through effective communication.
- Processed orders and detailed transaction information to customers.
- Purchased a variety of materials to fill customer orders.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure customer needs were met.
PURCHASER
Capitol Building Supply Inc
Marshall, VA
10.2018 - 03.2023
- Processed purchase orders in a timely manner according to established procedures.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Coordinated logistics activities related to product receipt and shipment tracking.
- Evaluated current inventory levels and forecast future requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases and pricing.
- Monitored vendor performance to ensure quality standards are met.
- Reconciled variances between purchase order and invoice.
- Monitored and analyzed sales records, trends and economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns, company sales, and needed inventory.
- Performed monthly inventory counts to maintain accurate inventory tracking.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - BUSINESS
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA, US05.2013
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Efficiency improvement
- Inventory management
- Resourcefulness
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Purchase order management
- Supplier relationship management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Purchasing Supervisor
Fourth Streeet Foods
06.2025 - Current
REGIONAL PURCHASING MANAGER
Capitol Building Supply Inc
10.2023 - 01.2025
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE/PURCHASING AGENT
L&W Supply
04.2023 - 10.2023
PURCHASER
Capitol Building Supply Inc
10.2018 - 03.2023
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - BUSINESS
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania