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Nicholas Panayotoplus

South Windsor

Summary

Detail-oriented and results-driven professional with extensive experience in inventory management, purchasing, billing, and supply chain operations. Adept at utilizing ERP systems, analytical inventory software, and industry billing standards to streamline operations and drive cost-saving initiatives. A strong communicator with proven success in vendor relations, contract administration, and cross-departmental collaboration. Demonstrated leadership through military service, training coalition forces, and overseeing logistics in high-stakes environments. Known for adaptability, problem-solving, and a commitment to operational excellence. Seeking to leverage expertise in materials management and process optimization to contribute to a dynamic organization.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Motor Transport Operator

US Marine Corps
07.2015 - Current
  • Inspected vehicles and completed daily maintenance actions
  • Maintained an accurate inventory of all assigned equipment
  • Managed the loading, unloading and safety of all personnel, cargo and equipment
  • Operate several variants of air brake equipped trucks, and heavily up-armored vehicles
  • Volunteered with the Toys For Tots Charity program during the holiday season, distributing thousands of toys to underprivileged families in Connecticut
  • Inspected, maintained, and operated a large section of equipment during joint overseas training operation in 2017
  • Coordinated NATO training operations as lead instructor, fostering international partnerships while ensuring compliance with military transport protocols
  • Developed standardization protocols for all materials being added to E-maintenance
  • Collaborated with multiple department heads as well as customers to solve and rectify billing errors as they appeared

Operations Specialist- Seasonal

Apple Evergreen Walk
11.2024 - 01.2025
  • Achieved results over the first 2 months
  • Worked and collaborated with sales team on the floor
  • Responsible for stores sellable goods inventory and repair parts
  • Effective communication with co-workers and management
  • Ensured smooth inflow and outflow of goods and merchandise
  • Utilized RFID technology for tracking high-value assets

Contract Administrator & Billing Specialist

EMCOR Services New England Mechanical
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Monitored incoming contracts and service agreements for correct pricing and information.
  • Tracked contract milestones and updated stakeholders to facilitate project progress.
  • Enhanced client relationships by providing exceptional support during the contract negotiation process.
  • Reduced billing errors through meticulous review and verification.
  • Researched and resolved billing discrepancies to enable accurate billing.
  • Worked with multiple departments to check proper billing information.

Inventory Manager

Nuway Tobacco
04.2022 - 09.2023
  • Implemented new standardization procedures for all itemized inventory in E-Maintenance
  • Audited material counts weekly, updated costs and removed unnecessary items as needed after coordination with department heads
  • Created and sent out purchase orders to fulfill diverse department needs
  • Ensuring proper company Z and GL codes for accounting were utilized
  • Implemented new organizational methods for materials storage and identification
  • Corroborated daily with production employees to verify they had the proper tools and PPE to work efficiently and safely
  • Built a good working and professional relationship with all vendors long standing and new
  • Was in charge of cross-departmental initiatives to develop and implement cost-cutting programs

Purchasing Coordinator

Satellite Tool Machine Co
08.2019 - 11.2021
  • Utilized Cribware inventory software to track and evaluate purchasing, inventory, and issued tooling
  • Worked with departments to find solutions to fulfill diverse needs
  • Responded to customer requests via telephone and email and effectively answered questions and inquiries
  • Sourced and qualified bidders, obtained favorable pricing and finalized contracts
  • Managed aerospace component serialization protocols, ensuring compliance with Flight Test Safety Committee standards while maintaining quality control
  • Inspected parts after serialization with the approved protocols per our vendors
  • Awarded Certificate Of Commendation for efforts while leading training overseas during Joint NATO operation
  • Worked with E2 MFG manufacturing software, a cloud based ERP for manufacturing companies and job shops to manage accounting and operations through analytics and data entry

Concrete Laborer

McCarthy Concrete
04.2017 - 07.2019
  • Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites
  • Maintained tools, equipment and work sites
  • Operated forklifts, cranes, skid steers and other equipment within OSHA regulation
  • Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades
  • Performed heavy labor such as ditch digging, paving and hauling

Education

Some college -

Manchester Community College
Manchester, CT

High School Diploma -

South Windsor High School
South Windsor, CT

Six Sigma Green Belt -

Marine Corps University
02.2025

Skills

  • Inventory Management
  • Supply Management
  • ERP Systems
  • Microsoft Office
  • Warehouse Management
  • Customer Relations
  • Data Analysis
  • Vendor Relations
  • Procurement
  • Logistics
  • Equipment Operation
  • Leadership
  • Communication

Certification

  • CDL Class A driver
  • Rough Terrain Forklift/Forklift Certified
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
  • OSHA 10 certified

Military Service

US Marine Corps, Volunteered With the Toys For Tots Charity program during holiday season, Lead instructor for Joint coalition forces during NATO training operations, Managed equipment during Joint overseas training operation in 2017

Timeline

Operations Specialist- Seasonal

Apple Evergreen Walk
11.2024 - 01.2025

Contract Administrator & Billing Specialist

EMCOR Services New England Mechanical
10.2023 - 06.2024

Inventory Manager

Nuway Tobacco
04.2022 - 09.2023

Purchasing Coordinator

Satellite Tool Machine Co
08.2019 - 11.2021

Concrete Laborer

McCarthy Concrete
04.2017 - 07.2019

Motor Transport Operator

US Marine Corps
07.2015 - Current

High School Diploma -

South Windsor High School

Six Sigma Green Belt -

Marine Corps University

Some college -

Manchester Community College

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