RILEY NELSON
Shakopee,MN
Summary
Creative and innovative Supply Chain Professional proficient in resolving technical issues effectively. Experienced in managing supplier development efforts. Known for working effectively with all levels of management in a multifunctional team environment. Offering 12 years of excellence in manufacturing industry. Solution-oriented and problem solver, while pursuing authentic relationships with customers and vendors.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Lead
Jordan Transformer
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinate purchase of custom parts/assemblies for up to 30 projects.
- Daily hands-on interaction with engineering, project management, production floor, and vendors
- Track and monitor purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Continuously monitor industry trends to identify potential supply chain disruptions or opportunities for competitive advantage; provide recommendations to project management.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align production plans with customer requirements.
- Coordinate logistics activities, ensuring timely transportation of parts from suppliers. Arrange receipt/delivery of transformers and mobile substations.
- Conduct supplier evaluations, assessing performance metrics and making recommendations for future partnerships.
- Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Customer Service Representative
Nelson Numeric
06.2014 - 12.2022
- Loaded customer demand, forecast, and purchase orders, including order and delivery requirements
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Aggressively worked to achieve higher pricing, larger quantities, and new product requirements.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
Senior Buyer
Nelson Numeric
11.2011 - 12.2022
- Sent RFQ's/purchase orders to suppliers, outside processors, and vendors
- Compliant with AS9100, ITAR, DFARS, FARS, DPAS, NADCAP controls
- Provided research support to quality department, production floor, and management team regarding material specifications
- Developed streamlined processes with IT for custom material purchasing program
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Products procured: aerospace grade stainless steels, titanium, red metals, aircraft alloys, aluminum, exotic metals, nickel and component parts
- Services procured: heat treatment, anodizing, passivation, bar grinding, laser engraving, customer approved paint processes, and dry film lube
Inside Sales Representative
Rolled Alloys
10.2010 - 10.2011
- Monitored industry news and trends to stay up-to-date on competitive landscape.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
- Contacted prospective customers to determine current requirements and upsell superior products.
Inside Sales Representative
Skyline Steel
10.2009 - 10.2011
- Supported 7 outside sales representatives covering 14 states and sales of $100M+
- Handled all aspects of sale; delivery, project updates, material requirements, material design changes
- Facilitated transportation of material to jobsites nationally
Education
Bachelor of Communications -
Hope College
Holland, MI01.2009
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier Relations
- Procurement expertise
- Supply Chain Management
- AS9100, ITAR, DFARS, DPAS, NADCAP standards
- Excellent Communication
- Active Listening
- Vendor negotiation
- Creative thinker
Personal Information
Title: Sr. Raw Material Buyer/Customer Service
Timeline
Supply Chain Lead
Jordan Transformer
01.2023 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Nelson Numeric
06.2014 - 12.2022
Senior Buyer
Nelson Numeric
11.2011 - 12.2022
Inside Sales Representative
Rolled Alloys
10.2010 - 10.2011
Inside Sales Representative
Skyline Steel
10.2009 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Communications -
Hope College
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