Michael Reesman
Babylon
Summary
Dynamic purchasing professional with extensive experience at Ainsworth, excelling in product sourcing and pricing negotiation. Proven track record in managing supplier relationships and training teams, driving cost-saving initiatives, and ensuring compliance. Adept at multitasking and fostering teamwork to achieve organizational goals while maintaining high-quality standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Purchasing Agent
Ainsworth
Glendale
08.2019 - Current
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Analyzed purchasing data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms.
- Trained junior staff on best purchasing practices and systems usage.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Managed inventory levels by analyzing stock requirements against current inventories.
- Identified potential vendors for various products, evaluated bids, and selected suppliers based on quality, price, service, availability, reliability, production, and technical support capability.
- Analyzed market trends, suppliers and competitors to determine optimal pricing and terms of purchase.
Purchasing Agent
Tek Express
Lynbrook
07.2016 - 08.2019
- Processed purchase orders efficiently using company procurement software systems.
- Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials throughout the warehouse.
- Received and inspected incoming shipments for accuracy and quality.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Coordinated logistics such as transportation schedules for incoming shipments.
Warehouse Lead
Facility Solutions Group
Lynbrook
10.2013 - 07.2016
- Trained and mentored team members on efficient material handling practices.
- Operated forklifts and other equipment to transport goods safely.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments for quality assurance.
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays, and promoting productivity.
- Assembled customer orders from stock and staged completed orders on pallets or shelves.
- Cooperated with other departments throughout organization when needed in order to achieve desired results.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oceanside High School
Oceanside06-2010
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Queensborough Community College
Oakland Gardens, NYSkills
- Purchasing processes
- Product sourcing
- Pricing negotiation
- Interpersonal skills
- Multitasking capacity
- Goal setting
- Teamwork
- Adaptability and flexibility
Affiliations
Fishing, Skiing, Bowling
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Purchasing Agent
Ainsworth
08.2019 - Current
Purchasing Agent
Tek Express
07.2016 - 08.2019
Warehouse Lead
Facility Solutions Group
10.2013 - 07.2016
High School Diploma -
Oceanside High School
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Queensborough Community College
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