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Phillip Grate

Roswell,GA

Summary

Dynamic Procurement Analyst with a proven track record at excelling in inventory and vendor management. Achieved significant cost reductions through strategic contract management and logistics coordination while overseeing over $50 million in stock. Expert in data analysis, ensuring optimal delivery standards and inventory integrity across multiple warehouses.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Procurement Analyst

Windstream Telecommunications
Little Rock, AR
11.2006 - 03.2024
  • Organized routing for shipments between vendors and warehouses through coordination with trucking firms.
  • Analyzed diverse negotiated load rates focusing on weight and drive times to meet ideal delivery standards.
  • Filed claims against carriers for damaged or lost materials.
  • Ensured inventory integrity across five warehouses.
  • Conducted onsite inventory checks at various 3PL warehouse locations.
  • Achieved cost savings by renegotiating 3PL storage rates for excess stock.
  • Directed the handling and management of more than $50 million of inventory.
  • Evaluated marketing strategies for their effect on stock levels.
  • Collaborated with Marketing department to grasp upcoming customer promotions and their impact on inventory.
  • Collaborated with vendors to arrange rotation of unused merchandise.
  • Oversaw a network of more than 30 vendors.
  • Structured purchasing orders according to projected demand and specific lead times.
  • Implemented data queries with reporting tools like Access.
  • Ensured timely delivery of critical PPI equipment by coordinating with Asian suppliers during off-hours.
  • Partnered with regional distilleries to manufacture hand sanitizer.

Education

Associate of Science - Computer Science

Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science

Indiana University, Southeast
New Albany, IN

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Data analysis
  • Contract management
  • Cost reduction
  • Logistics coordination

Affiliations

  • Therapeutic woodworking and a master griller

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Q1 2020 Recognizing Achievement Contribution and Excellence
  • Awarded Q3 2021 Crest of Excellence award

Technical Qualifications

  • Microsoft Office
  • AS400
  • Zycus
  • JDEdwards
  • Tableau
  • Showcase Strategy

Timeline

Procurement Analyst

Windstream Telecommunications
11.2006 - 03.2024

Associate of Science - Computer Science

Joliet Junior College

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science

Indiana University, Southeast

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science

Georgia State University

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