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Scott Bailey
Saint Augusta,MN
Summary
Knowledgeable Buyer experienced in supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on a consistent schedule. Expert background in purchasing and procurement environments. Proficient in pricing structures, supplier relations and contract negotiation.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Cutter
Albertsons
Austin, TX
Meat Buyer
AWG Wholesale
Goodletsville, TN
11.2021 - Current
- Researched competitors and sourced new vendors.
- Maintained supplier relationships to improve lead time, cost and quality.
- Negotiated with selected suppliers to obtain lowest unit cost.
- Analyzed and completed supplier performance reviews, addressing corrective actions.
- Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
- Participated in supplier calls to define component deliveries, meeting scheduled production dates.
- Researched sources of supply and services to maintain flexibility, high quality and competitive pricing.
- Implemented contractual documentation into purchase order, encompassing corporate and government requirements.
- Requested pricing quotes from suppliers to determine best source of supply.
- Synchronized supply chain inventory with customer demand to mitigate excess and obsolete inventory.
- Tracked and approved procurement plans and inventory levels.
- Assessed trends and inventory usage to provide maximum product coverage for different time frames.
- Organized inventory for multiple locations and diversified product selections.
- Tracked shipments to ensure delivery on time and in excellent condition.
- Purchased the highest quality products for the lowest possible price.
Poultry Buyer
Grocers Supply Company
Houston, TX
08.2015 - Current
- Managed over 1000 sku's, monitoring stock levels, setting re-order points
- Created purchase orders for items needed to order and sent via Email to respective suppliers
- Expedited all products with suppliers as required, to ensure on time delivery, preventing stock outs and production times
- Negotiated with suppliers pricing, delivery schedules and payment terms
- Source for suppliers who could offer better products and provide cost savings for the company
- Monitor demand -flow for all suppliers, which includes Days of Supply, Consigned warehouse arrangements
- Participate in a team setting to identify and improve processes
- Responsible for supporting Production, Maintenance, Planning and Operation Excellence through the timely availability of goods and services
Market Manager
Sellers Bros
Houston, TX
02.2008 - 02.2015
- Number one gross profiting store in the company four years in a row
- Maintained the lowest payroll numbers in the company consistently by scheduling around the dollar amount to hit payrolltargets
- Managed good relationships with vendors
- Controlled all pricing and buying in the meat department and bought direct from each vendor
- Responsible for production, customer service, merchandising product and proper packaging/dating
- Strong knowledge in all aspects of answering questions in deli, seafood and meat departments
- Able to adapt in high stress situations and resolve conflicts
- Open to constructive criticism
Market Manager Position, Assistant Manager, Market Manager
Fast
12.1999 - 01.2008
Assistant Manager
Super S Foods
Johnson City, TX
05.1997 - 11.1999
- Exceeded gross profit and sales consistently
- Relocated to open and set up several stores
- Hired and trained butchers, deli clerks and meat wrappers
- Responsible for scheduling, invoicing and payroll
- Trained several assistant managers who were then promoted to management positions at other locations
- Accountable for all responsibilities pertaining to the meat department
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Process Implementation Strong
- Verbal Communication
- Self-Motivated
- Project Management
- Staff Development
- Extremely Organized
- Powerful Negotiator
- Customer Service
- Multi-Tasking Strength
- Attention to Detail
- Ordering and Purchasing
- Procurement Procedures
- Price Negotiations
- Business Understanding
- Pricing Knowledge
- Pricing Analysis
- Recordkeeping Skills
- Complex Problem Solving
- Inventory Control
- Negotiation and Persuasion
- Sales Experience
- Food safety
Timeline
Meat Buyer
AWG Wholesale
11.2021 - Current
Poultry Buyer
Grocers Supply Company
08.2015 - Current
Market Manager
Sellers Bros
02.2008 - 02.2015
Market Manager Position, Assistant Manager, Market Manager
Fast
12.1999 - 01.2008
Assistant Manager
Super S Foods
05.1997 - 11.1999
Meat Cutter
Albertsons