Monte Williams
Cove,OR
Summary
Expert in purchasing and warehouse operations, specializing in vendor negotiations and inventory management. Adept at analyzing proposals and implementing blanket purchase orders, with a commitment to maintaining safety and efficiency in warehouse environments.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent - Particleboard/LaGrande Sawmill
Woodgrain Millwork
11.2018 - Current
- Develop and implement blanket purchase orders
- Negotiated and monitored vendor contracts to ensure compliance and value
- Monitor vendor quality
- Obtain price quotes
- Analyze contractor proposals
- Managed site materials to optimize availability and reduce waste
- Oversaw physical inventory to maintain accurate stock levels and support operations
Warehouse Manager - Particleboard/LaGrande Sawmill
Woodgrain Millwork
11.2018 - Current
- Oversee vendor managed inventories, maintain stock at reasonable levels
- Monitor and maintain adequate inventory levels
- Created purchase orders for timely inventory replenishment to ensure continuous operations
- Resolved vendor-related discrepancies through detailed investigation, improving accuracy in invoicing processes
- Source requisitions from maintenance department and management
- Maintained safety standards in storerooms, reducing risk of potential hazards
Warehouse Coordinator
Boise Cascade Corporation
LaGrande, OR
01.2013 - 12.2018
- Received and processed inbound deliveries to ensure accurate inventory management.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels and participated in the inventory count process.
- Updated matching, accrual, and expediting reports to ensure accurate tracking of inventory and financial processes
- Retained documentation for follow-up and proof of delivery, enhancing inventory management and accountability
- Enforce and maintain safety in the warehouse, adhering to standard warehouse guidelines, and following Boise Cascade policies
- Negotiate purchases to ensure lowest cost consistent with company standards for quality products
- Maintained knowledge of vendors and distributors, fostering constructive relationships to support procurement efforts
Sales/Delivery
Hodgen Distributing
01.2008 - 12.2013
- Deliver company products to a diverse clientele
- Managed inventory levels to maintain optimal product availability for customers.
- Delivered customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues to enhance client satisfaction.
- Produced spreadsheets and reports to track performance and inform decision-making.
Sales/Delivery
Meadow Gold Dairies
LaGrande, OR
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Delivered dairy products to customers across multiple counties, ensuring timely service and customer satisfaction
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly to enhance customer experience
- Maintained customer orders utilizing Intermec system, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in order processing
Sales/Delivery
Hodgen Distributing
LaGrande, OR
01.1998 - 12.2006
- Delivered products to customers across Union, Baker, and Wallowa Counties, ensuring timely and accurate fulfillment
- Assisted customers by addressing inquiries and resolving issues, enhancing overall customer satisfaction
- Replenished inventory and organized sales displays to maintain product availability and appeal
Production Work
Boise Cascade
01.1993 - 12.1997
- Operated production equipment to maintain optimal functioning at Elgin Complex
- Assisted millwrights in maintenance and repairs to ensure equipment reliability
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in work environment
Education
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR01-1987
Skills
- Vendor negotiation
- Contract management
- Purchase order processing
- Cost analysis
- Materials sourcing
- Inventory control
- Microsoft Office
- Intro and Intermediate Excel Training
- Crucial Conversations
- Crucial Accountability Training
- WIN selling training
- Class A CDL
Additional Skills And Certifications
- SAP
- MVP
- PeopleSoft
- Maximo
- Class A CDL
- Hyster Certificate
- Microsoft Office
- Internet Explorer
- 2015 'Crucial Accountability' Training
- 2014 'Crucial Conversations' Audio CD/Book
- 2012 WIN Selling Coursework: 'How to Build Better Customer Relationships', 'Persuasions and Influence', 'Solution Selling', and 'Probing...How to Ask Questions That Matter'.
- Intro and Intermediate Excel Training
Timeline
Purchasing Agent - Particleboard/LaGrande Sawmill
Woodgrain Millwork
11.2018 - Current
Warehouse Manager - Particleboard/LaGrande Sawmill
Woodgrain Millwork
11.2018 - Current
Warehouse Coordinator
Boise Cascade Corporation
01.2013 - 12.2018
Sales/Delivery
Hodgen Distributing
01.2008 - 12.2013
Sales/Delivery
Meadow Gold Dairies
01.2006 - 12.2008
Sales/Delivery
Hodgen Distributing
01.1998 - 12.2006
Production Work
Boise Cascade
01.1993 - 12.1997
University of Oregon