Robert Beck
Trenton,SC
Summary
Diligent professional with 14.5+ years of experience and a proven knowledge of distribution management, operating policies & procedures, and operations management. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the () role at your company.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sourcing Specialist
Textron Specialized Vehicles
Augusta, GA
08.2022 - Current
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure quality of products.
- Developed a comprehensive database of vendors and their capabilities.
- Analyzed supplier performance metrics and identified areas for improvement.
- Negotiated pricing with suppliers to achieve cost savings goals.
- Conducted periodic reviews of supplier performance against contract terms.
- Identified new potential sources of supply through market research activities.
- Evaluated supplier proposals, bids, and quotations to determine best value option.
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders on sourcing strategies and initiatives.
- Managed the entire RFP process from development to award recommendation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on product specifications for optimal pricing.
- Organized vendor visits and monitored facilities for quality assurance purposes.
- Assisted in resolving invoice disputes between vendors and internal customers.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods by maintaining close communication with suppliers.
- Collaborated with management to assess materials needs and look for improved options to better meet changing demands.
- Fostered relationships with vendors to save costs and secure sourcing contracts.
Supply Chain Coordinator
CSI Compressco
Farmington, NM
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Developed and implemented procedures and systems to evaluate and select suppliers
- Designed plant warehousing strategies for production materials or finished products
- Participated in coordination of engineering changes, product line extensions and new product launches to ensure orderly and timely transitions in material and production flow
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers, vendors and freight forwarders
- Analyzed information about supplier performance and procurement program success
- Met with suppliers to discuss performance metrics, performance feedback, and production forecasts or changes
- Documented physical supply chain workflows, cycle times, position responsibilities, or system flows
- Developed procedures for coordination of supply chain management with other functional areas.
Outside Sales Representative
Four States Gasket and Rubber
Farmington, NM
09.2015 - 11.2021
- Generated leads and located opportunities for market expansion and business growth
- Followed up with customers after sales to gain feedback
- Highlighted new products and company promotions during sales pitches
- Cold called potential customers to generate leads
- Built and established strong relationships with customers, enabling long-term partnerships
- Used knowledge of company products and services to recommend solutions to customers
- Arranged in-person meetings and visited with clients to improve success of sales pitches
- Responded promptly to customer queries to increase overall satisfaction
- Entered customer transaction information into company databases
- Updated and expanded client databases within assigned territory
- Provided product information to customers and aligned products with customer needs to boost satisfaction
- Built and maintained pipeline that supported monthly, quarterly and annual goals.
Safety Manager
Dawn Trucking
Farmington, NM
08.2007 - 07.2013
- Developed and maintained medical monitoring programs for employees
- Investigated accidents to identify causes and to determine how such accidents might be prevented in future
- Delivered safety training or education programs
- Recommended measures to help protect workers from potentially hazardous work methods, processes and materials
- Inspected and evaluated workplace environments, equipment and practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations
- Inspected specified areas to ensure presence of fire prevention equipment, safety equipment and first-aid supplies
- Suspended activities posing threats to workers' health or safety
- Analyzed incident data to identify trends in injuries, illnesses, accidents and other hazards
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for these presentations
- Maintained and updated emergency response plans and procedures.
Education
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Physical Therapy Assistant -
San Juan College
05.1998
Skills
- Proficient in Office D 365
- Proficient in SAP
- Purchasing
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Analytical Thinking
- Working Knowledge in JD Edwards
- Forklift Operator
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Sourcing Specialist
Textron Specialized Vehicles
08.2022 - Current
Supply Chain Coordinator
CSI Compressco
11.2021 - 07.2022
Outside Sales Representative
Four States Gasket and Rubber
09.2015 - 11.2021
Safety Manager
Dawn Trucking
08.2007 - 07.2013
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Physical Therapy Assistant -
San Juan College
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