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Sam Harris

Yankton

Summary

Veteran Purchasing Manager bringing 10 years of experience focused on actualizing high-quality, cost-effective procurement solutions. Talented in leading projects, directing logistics and managing inventory needs. Dedicated to maintaining schedules and budgets while enhancing operational performance.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing Manager

Cimpl's, LLC
07.2014 - Current
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
  • Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
  • Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
  • Used EAM to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.

Building Materials Manager

Menards
05.2013 - 07.2014
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of materials required for successful project completion.
  • Implemented lean principles within the department, reducing overall operational costs and increasing efficiency.
  • Liaised with transportation providers to coordinate seamless deliveries that met tight deadlines without sacrificing product integrity during transit.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Southeast Technical Institute
Sioux Falls, SD
12-2013

Skills

  • Purchase order management
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Supply chain management
  • Inventory coordination
  • Contract negotiation

Timeline

Purchasing Manager

Cimpl's, LLC
07.2014 - Current

Building Materials Manager

Menards
05.2013 - 07.2014

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Southeast Technical Institute

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