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Michael J. Weibel

Bay Minette

Summary

Entrepreneurial, growth minded supply chain and purchasing executive with experience navigating corporations large and small through periods of vigorous rebuilding and rapid expansion. Innate acumen combined with extensive experience devising and deploying sophisticated supply chain, procurement, product development and marketing strategies across all channels of manufacturing, including, industrial, commercial and medical. Additionally, strong experience in retail, direct sales, wholesale, and digital space purchasing, project management and marketing. Articulate communicator focused on fostering positive customer experiences and collaborative work cultures. Career chronicled by progressive leadership trajectory, oversight of multi-million-dollar purchase volumes and influential roles with industry elites, including: Manufacturers, - RHI Magnesita, DentalEZ and Madison Air/United Cool Air, as well as Direct Seller – Tupperware Brands, and TV Retailer - HSN.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager

DENTALEZ COMPANY, INC.
10.2023 - Current

Responsibility - $32M

  • Led cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain processes and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Streamlined inventory management systems, reducing excess stock and improving turnover rates.
  • Developed and implemented strategic sourcing initiatives to reduce procurement costs across multiple categories.
  • Managed supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with quality standards and service level agreements.
  • Analyzed supply chain performance metrics, identifying areas for cost reduction and process improvement.
  • Facilitated training sessions for staff on new supply chain technologies and best practices to improve team performance.
  • Coordinated logistics operations, enhancing delivery schedules and improving customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain high-quality standards.
  • Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
  • Managed logistics functions including shipping coordination, customs compliance, freight negotiations, and carrier selection.
  • Supervised 15 staff members at 2 locations tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties.
  • Optimized warehouse operations, resulting in improved order fulfillment rates and reduced order processing time.
  • Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.

Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager

UNITED COOL AIR
09.2021 - 01.2023

Responsibility - $46M

  • Led cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain processes and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Streamlined inventory management systems, reducing excess stock and improving turnover rates.
  • Developed and implemented strategic sourcing initiatives to reduce procurement costs across multiple categories.
  • Managed supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with quality standards and service level agreements.
  • Analyzed supply chain performance metrics, identifying areas for cost reduction and process improvement.
  • Coordinated logistics operations, enhancing delivery schedules and improving customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Oversaw budget management for supply chain projects, aligning expenditures with organizational goals and priorities.
  • Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
  • Enhanced inventory accuracy with the implementation of a robust cycle counting program.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for team members, enhancing skills development and employee retention rates within the department.
  • Supervised 30+ staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties.
  • Initiated risk mitigation strategies to address potential disruptions in the supply chain, minimizing impacts on business continuity.
  • Managed procurement activities, driving cost savings through strategic sourcing and contract negotiations.
  • Collaborated with sales and production teams to develop integrated planning processes, improving overall business performance.

Indirect Buyer III - Packaging | Energy | Capex | MRO

RHI Magnesita
10.2019 - 09.2021
  • Responsibility - $90M
  • Managed supplier relationships to optimize procurement processes and ensure timely delivery of materials.
  • Conducted market research to identify new product opportunities and enhance sourcing strategies.
  • Analyzed inventory levels to maintain optimal stock while minimizing excess and obsolescence risks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align purchasing strategies with production schedules and demand forecasts.
  • Developed and implemented cost-saving initiatives that improved overall purchasing efficiency and reduced expenses.
  • Evaluated supplier performance metrics to drive continuous improvement in quality and service delivery.
  • Mentored junior buyers on best practices in procurement, enhancing team capabilities and knowledge sharing.
  • Led contract negotiations with vendors, securing favorable terms that aligned with organizational goals.
  • Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
  • Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
  • Provided training and guidance to junior team members on best practices in purchasing, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement department.
  • Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.

Senior Buyer

SHOPHQ
06.2018 - 06.2019
  • Responsibility $98M
  • Analyzed market trends to inform purchasing decisions and align inventory with customer demand.
  • Developed and implemented inventory management strategies to minimize excess stock and improve turnover rates.
  • Evaluated supplier performance metrics, ensuring compliance with quality standards and delivery timelines.
  • Managed budget forecasting for procurement expenditures, aligning purchasing strategies with organizational financial goals.
  • Achieved cost savings by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and mutual growth.
  • Analyzed inventory usage and assessed trends to provide maximum coverage for each time period.
  • Conducted thorough spend analysis to identify areas for potential cost savings and efficiencies.
  • Evaluated supplier proposals objectively, selecting partners based on total value rather than just price alone.
  • Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery, and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
  • Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
  • Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
  • Devised and implemented policies and procedures for purchasing and inventory control.

Managing Director

VIVATERRA INTERNATIONAL
03.2016 - 05.2018
  • Responsibility $55M
  • Analyzed market trends to identify new opportunities for product and service offerings.
  • Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
  • Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
  • Cultivated a strong organizational culture built on integrity accountability teamwork which resulted in higher retention rates among staff.
  • Managed risk effectively by instituting comprehensive mitigation strategies across the organization''s operations.
  • Improved decision-making processes, implementing data analytics tools that provided actionable insights across departments.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.

Merchandise Manager

SILVER STAR BRANDS
12.2014 - 03.2016
  • Responsibility $78M

Owner / Executive Vice President

DECOLOGICS, INC.
10.2010 - 11.2014

Senior Director Global Product Management

TUPPERWARE BRANDS
09.2002 - 03.2011
  • Responsibility $500+M

Director Merchandising

HSN
01.2019 - 09.2002
  • Responsibility $380M

Education

Diploma - Business and Photography

Gateway High School

Skills

  • Warehouse operations
  • Continuous improvement initiatives
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Logistics management
  • Supply chain management
  • ERP systems proficiency
  • Warehouse management
  • Forecasting accuracy
  • Lean manufacturing principles
  • Strategic sourcing
  • Staff management
  • Performance tracking
  • Supply chain distribution
  • Supply chain risk management
  • Six sigma methodologies
  • Production scheduling
  • Transportation management
  • Relationship building
  • New vendor setup
  • Supplier negotiation
  • Procurement expertise
  • International purchasing
  • Logistics planning
  • Supply and demand requirements
  • Multi-plant experience
  • Expense control
  • Sustainability practices
  • Negotiating
  • Purchasing oversight
  • Supply chain modeling
  • Forecast monitoring
  • Demand planning
  • Cost reduction strategies
  • Financing structures
  • Global sourcing
  • Problem-solving
  • Financial management and reporting
  • Demand forecasting
  • Decision-making
  • Active listening
  • Excellent communication
  • Quality assurance
  • Inventory analysis
  • Pricing negotiation
  • Team management

Timeline

Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager

DENTALEZ COMPANY, INC.
10.2023 - Current

Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager

UNITED COOL AIR
09.2021 - 01.2023

Indirect Buyer III - Packaging | Energy | Capex | MRO

RHI Magnesita
10.2019 - 09.2021

Director Merchandising

HSN
01.2019 - 09.2002

Senior Buyer

SHOPHQ
06.2018 - 06.2019

Managing Director

VIVATERRA INTERNATIONAL
03.2016 - 05.2018

Merchandise Manager

SILVER STAR BRANDS
12.2014 - 03.2016

Owner / Executive Vice President

DECOLOGICS, INC.
10.2010 - 11.2014

Senior Director Global Product Management

TUPPERWARE BRANDS
09.2002 - 03.2011

Diploma - Business and Photography

Gateway High School
Michael J. Weibel