Scott Craven
Kernersville,NC
Summary
I aspire to join a team-oriented organization using knowledge obtained from previous experiences, both professionally and personally. I aspire to build on this experience by taking on a vital role where I will contribute with a high level of responsibility.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Specialist
Southern Fasteners & Supply, LLC
05.2019 - Current
- Procurement of all assigned commodities
- Responsible for creation of all Bill of Material and part number management
- Import Coordinator
- Expediting of all purchase orders.
- Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing efficient procurement strategies, resulting in cost savings.
Purchasing Manager
Diverse Label Printing, Specialty Label & Food Supply Redistributor
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Managed team of regional purchasing agents
- Vendor relationship management
- Managed the division through Chapter 11 bankruptcy
- Successfully kept vendors and customers assured of our mission and competence.
Purchasing Analyst
XPO Logistics Supply Chain, Supply Chain Solutions
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Collecting data, analyzing trends, testing methods et al are continuous duties in this role
- My role is a sole position whose primary function is to investigate and resolve the entire Invoice Exceptions queue to a zero balance daily
- Constantly working closely with internal and external buyers, analysts, engineers, executives, supervisors and accountants to resolve issues in an immediate manner
- Assist all buyers with communication, pricing, confirmations, sourcing and invoicing.
Procurement Specialist
Camco Manufacturing, Inc., RV and Camping
12.2016 - 01.2018
- Responsible for procurement of most domestic raw materials and EOM products for Camco’s RV and Camping Divisions
- Managing vendor relationships to ensure quality raw material
- Analyzing inventory, forecasts et al, and placing appropriate Purchase Orders according to the data
- Materials Purchased: Color Additives - Injection Molding, Printed Label & Packaging Material, Hardware, Fixtures, IT, Packaging Material, Raw Materials
- Accomplishments: Created $750,000 budget reduction year over year.
Floor Manager
Bloomaker USA, LLC., Specialty Flower Manufacturer and Wholesaler
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Implemented SOP for all production lines
- Procurement of all non-live material for building and operational maintenance and production
- Managed small crew of production and maintenance supervisors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC01.2007
Skills
- Budget Planning
- Demand forecasting
- Order tracking
- Supplier negotiation
- Pricing strategy
- Strategic Sourcing
- Lean Procurement
Skills
Oracle – Axapta – NAV – Inspyrus – MS Suite – RF Scanner, 3PL – TL – LTL - Cross Dock - Contract Negotiation, Lean – Budgeting - Conflict Resolution - Training Programs - KPIs - SOPs – OSHA Compliant, Liquidation – Return Authorization Negotiation – Blanket Negotiation
Previous Experience
Combined years’ experience in supply chain and distribution.
Personal Information
Title: Purchasing Specialist
References
- Paula Holder, Business Development, Southern Fasteners & Supply, (336)-577-0361
- Alexander Schmidt, President, Aeristo Leather, (214)-738-8175
- Billy Quigley, Senior Product Developer, Camco Manufacturing, Inc., (336)-668-7661
Timeline
Purchasing Specialist
Southern Fasteners & Supply, LLC
05.2019 - Current
Purchasing Manager
Diverse Label Printing, Specialty Label & Food Supply Redistributor
07.2018 - 12.2018
Purchasing Analyst
XPO Logistics Supply Chain, Supply Chain Solutions
04.2018 - 07.2018
Procurement Specialist
Camco Manufacturing, Inc., RV and Camping
12.2016 - 01.2018
Floor Manager
Bloomaker USA, LLC., Specialty Flower Manufacturer and Wholesaler
06.2015 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
East Carolina University
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