Patrick Stratton
Miamisburg
Summary
Dynamic Supplier Relationship Manager with a proven track record at Fat Head's Brewing, excelling in strategic sourcing and comprehensive cost analysis. Cultivated strong supplier partnerships, enhancing engagement and compliance. Recognized for effective communication and financial decision-making, driving significant improvements in procurement efficiency and supplier performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Supplier Relationship Manager
Fat Head's Brewing
10.2015 - 10.2025
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable product sourcing.
- Negotiated contracts and pricing agreements, optimizing cost efficiency for procurement processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish supplier performance metrics and evaluation criteria.
- Monitored supplier compliance with quality standards and delivery timelines, implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Analyzed market trends to identify potential new suppliers that align with business objectives.
- Led initiatives to enhance supplier engagement through regular communication and feedback sessions.
- Trained team members on best practices in supplier relationship management, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
- Enhanced supplier relationships by consistently evaluating and optimizing communication channels.
Sales Associate
Cavalier Distributing
07.2014 - 10.2015
- Developed strong customer relationships through effective communication and product knowledge.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels and organization.
- Trained new sales associates on product offerings and customer service techniques.
- Implemented sales strategies that improved customer engagement and satisfaction.
- Analyzed sales trends to identify opportunities for improvement and increased revenue.
- Led team meetings to discuss performance metrics, share best practices, and set goals.
- Coordinated promotional events to enhance brand visibility and attract new customers.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Sales Associate
Buckeye Distribution
03.2010 - 10.2014
- Mentored junior staff, fostering a collaborative environment focused on achieving sales targets.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
Education
No Degree - Vocal Music Major
Butler University
Indianapolis, INNo Degree - Business Administration And Management
Miami University
Oxford, Ohio, OHSkills
- Strategic sourcing expertise
- Comprehensive cost analysis
- Supplier evaluation
- Proficient in financial analysis
- Effective strategic sourcing
- Service excellence
- Strong verbal communication
- Financial decision-making skills
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of eleven in the development of a new brand Groovy Juice Hazy IPA
- Documented and resolved low moral/bad habits which led to increased productivity and high moral.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing. Multiple sampling and on premise events.
- Supervised team of nine to twelve staff members.
Timeline
Supplier Relationship Manager
Fat Head's Brewing
10.2015 - 10.2025
Sales Associate
Cavalier Distributing
07.2014 - 10.2015
Sales Associate
Buckeye Distribution
03.2010 - 10.2014
No Degree - Vocal Music Major
Butler University
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
Miami University