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Matthew Speer

Abernathy,Texas

Summary

Resourceful Purchasing Agent with background in managing procurement processes and supplier relationships. Skilled in negotiating contracts, analyzing market trends, and optimizing inventory levels to meet business needs. Demonstrated ability to improve efficiency and reduce costs through effective supply chain management strategies. Successfully implemented vendor selection criteria that enhanced product quality and reliability.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Purchasing Agent

Becknell Wholesale Company
Lubbock, Texas
12.2013 - Current
  • Managed procurement of over four million dollars in inventory while maintaining profit margins.
  • Negotiated pricing and invoice terms, ensuring favorable conditions for all purchases.
  • Coordinated international shipments, liaising with global manufacturers for timely product delivery.
  • Collaborated with import brokers to ensure accurate tariff and duty payments.
  • Supervised purchasing agents to achieve and exceed sourcing targets.
  • Delivered detailed reports and updates to ownership partners, enhancing decision-making processes.
  • Collaborated with accounts payable to ensure prompt processing of invoices and preservation of discounts.
  • Sourced new products while ensuring quality assurance and timely delivery.

Small Business Owner

Matthew Speer
ABERNATHY, TX
01.2002 - Current
  • Conducted custom design and installation of Christmas lights for homes and businesses.
  • Managed removal and storage of lighting systems to ensure optimal condition.
  • Investigated market trends to offer cutting-edge lighting options in Abernathy and Lubbock.

Assistant Fuel Sales Manager /Health and Safety Coordinator

Farmers Coop Elevator
Levelland, Texas
01.2010 - 12.2013
  • Executed fuel sales billing for all customers.
  • Submitted monthly inventory reports to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, ensuring no fuel leaks from underground tanks.
  • Coordinated a comprehensive employee safety program for improved grain storage facility safety.
  • Trained grain handling employees in safe work practices, ensuring compliance and understanding.
  • Maintained detailed records and documented all training activities for future reference.
  • Reported safety program developments monthly to the board of directors.

Apprentice Electrician

Copeland Electric Inc
Lubbock, TX
05.2003 - 08.2009
  • Executed electrical installations and repairs under guidance of Journeyman and Master Electricians.
  • Acquired knowledge of National Electrical Code to ensure compliance.
  • Completed annual continuing education courses to uphold licenses and certifications.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural And Applied Economics

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
12-2009

Skills

  • Cost analysis and financial reporting
  • Contract management and regulatory compliance
  • Problem solving and analytical thinking
  • Effective communication and time management
  • Pricing strategies

Affiliations

  • Husband to a beautiful wife.
  • Father to three amazing children.
  • Deacon of finance and missions at Sunrise Church of Christ.
  • City Councilman for Abernathy.

Certification

  • Licensed Texas Residential Wireman

Timeline

Senior Purchasing Agent

Becknell Wholesale Company
12.2013 - Current

Assistant Fuel Sales Manager /Health and Safety Coordinator

Farmers Coop Elevator
01.2010 - 12.2013

Apprentice Electrician

Copeland Electric Inc
05.2003 - 08.2009

Small Business Owner

Matthew Speer
01.2002 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural And Applied Economics

Texas Tech University

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