Scott Dominick
Grand Island
Summary
Dynamic Procurement Manager with a proven track record at Innate Concepts, excelling in supplier management and price negotiation. Achieved significant cost reductions through strategic sourcing and developed strong supplier relationships, enhancing communication and delivery reliability. Skilled in budget planning and fostering teamwork, driving operational excellence and exceeding procurement goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Manager
Innate Concepts
03.2023 - Current
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Reduced procurement costs by implementing strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.
- Collaborated with finance departments on budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring accurate representation of procurement expenses and cost-saving opportunities.
- Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Achieved cost reductions while maintaining quality, by consolidating purchases and leveraging bulk buying opportunities.
- Reduced excess inventory and minimized waste by introducing just-in-time purchasing system.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
Plant Operations Manager
Preferred Popcorn
09.2011 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with cross-functional departments to achieve company-wide goals and maintain optimal production levels.
- Delivered consistent on-time shipments meeting customer expectations through effective scheduling coordination and resource allocation.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of raw materials at competitive prices while maintaining quality standards.
- Optimized inventory management practices resulting in accurate forecasting of material requirements, eliminating stockouts or overstock situations.
- Coordinated with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with relevant codes, regulations, permits, and industry standards for safe operations at all times.
- Established positive relationships with suppliers to obtain timely deliveries of materials and products.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
- Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
- Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ02-2026
Skills
- Supplier management
- Supplier relationship management
- Price negotiation
- New vendor setup
- Budget planning
- Vendor acquisition
- Purchase orders
- Vendor sourcing
- Logistics coordination
- Inventory management
- ERP software
- Inventory coordination
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Production planning
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Operations management
- Scheduling
- Continuous improvement
- Work delegation
- Performance improvements
- Regulatory compliance
- Production equipment maintenance
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Interpersonal skills
- Inventory tracking and management
- Inventory control
- Performance evaluation and monitoring
Timeline
Procurement Manager
Innate Concepts
03.2023 - Current
Plant Operations Manager
Preferred Popcorn
09.2011 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Grand Canyon University
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