Robert Schwemmer
Roy,UT
Summary
Proven leader in logistics and operations management, with a track record of elevating on-time shipping to over 99% at Purple Innovations. Skilled in inventory management and JIT purchasing, complemented by exceptional training and mentoring abilities. Expertise in fostering interdepartmental coordination and communication, significantly enhancing team productivity and customer satisfaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Outbound Wholesale Supervisor
Purple Innovations
10.2018 - 08.2024
- Oversaw daily operations for a team of three, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and best analytics
- Improved customer satisfaction by improving on-time shipping from 82% to over 99%
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for team members.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings encouraging open dialogue among all members.
Operations Manager, Materials Manager
Lifespan Fitness
11.2012 - 10.2018
- Supervised all warehouse operations from inventory levels, to shipping and receiving or products.
- Held regular meetings Sales to combine their information with sales history to establish best forecast
- Increased yearly inventory turns from 2.3 to 6.4
- Managed purchasing and inventory operations, and in so doing, decreased average on-hand inventory levels by over one million dollars
Buyer II and Senior Buyer
EG&G Defense Materials, Inc
01.2009 - 10.2012
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Conducted price analysis and procurement summary on all purchases to document prices are reasonable and FAR compliant
- Coordinated with Receiving and vendors to resolve all delivery problems or issues
- Set up and managed yearly renewable contracts for supplies and services
- Contract administration and duties for seven yearly and option-year contracts
- On several teams from FAR compliance to root cause analysis
Territory Manager
Advanced Hardware Supply
10.2002 - 08.2008
- Developed strong relationships with key decision-makers, fostering trust and loyalty in the assigned territory.
- Cultivated relationships with key accounts in territory and provided support to drive customer satisfaction.
- Established successful account relationships by building rapport and maintaining consistent communication.
- Built a sales territory to a level that was split three times in a six-year period
- Trained and mentored new sales personnel using real life situations, providing both positive and negative feedback, reinforcing skills and building self-esteem
Purchasing Agent
Calls Design, Inc.
06.1998 - 09.2002
- Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.
- Conducted daily and weekly inventory cycle counts
- Expedited products to each workstation prior to start each builders' day
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Salt Lake City06.1999
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Goal-Oriented
- Forecasting
- Inventory Management
- JIT Purchasing for quality, timing, and accuracy
- Logistics with interdepartmental coordination and communication
Timeline
Logistics Outbound Wholesale Supervisor
Purple Innovations
10.2018 - 08.2024
Operations Manager, Materials Manager
Lifespan Fitness
11.2012 - 10.2018
Buyer II and Senior Buyer
EG&G Defense Materials, Inc
01.2009 - 10.2012
Territory Manager
Advanced Hardware Supply
10.2002 - 08.2008
Purchasing Agent
Calls Design, Inc.
06.1998 - 09.2002
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
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