Russell Armstrong
Lynden,WA
Summary
Dedicated Purchasing Manager and Senior Sales Engineer with a proven track record of success at Triiso LLC and The TriLine Group LLC. Expert in supply chain management and logistics, adept at fostering supplier relationships, demonstrated by a 25% increase in order fulfillment rate. Proactive team player with a positive attitude willing to take on added responsibilities to help achieve team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Triiso LLC
08.2015 - Current
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices worldwide (traveling to Germany, Las Vegas and Seattle in 2023)
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability with 98% success rate
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers. Reduced transportation costs by 15%
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas of improvement in logistics performance resulting in 25% increase in order fulfillment rate
Senior Sales Engineer
The TriLine Group LLC
08.2010 - 08.2015
- Managed complex technical projects from initiation to completion, such as Baobab launch, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction with 99% success rate
- Managed day-to-day operations of logistics department, ensuring on time delivery of goods and maintaining 98% accuracy rate for inventory management
- Investigated competitor technical specifications, product data and industry standards and continually developed knowledge of product offerings
- Actively participated in 10+ trade shows and conferences as company representative, generating leads that contributed to overall revenue growth
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology
University College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland05.2005
Skills
- Purchase Order Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Inventory Coordination
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics Coordination
- Shipping and receiving
- International and Domestic Freight Cost Reporting
- Warehouse Management
- Order Fulfillment
Certification
Inventory Manager Certification, (ACD) Alliance for Chemical Distribution
APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM), Currently preparing
Accomplishments
Proud husband and father of 2
Retired Professional Rugby player
Volunteer Youth Sports/Collegiate Rugby Coach
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Triiso LLC
08.2015 - Current
Senior Sales Engineer
The TriLine Group LLC
08.2010 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology
University College Dublin
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