Scott Ormerod
Valatie
Summary
Dynamic Category Manager with more than 15 years of experience in procurement, supplier relationship management, and category development. Successfully implemented strategies that drove profitability and improved supply chain efficiency, fostering collaboration across teams to maximize growth opportunities.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Perishable Category Manager
Ginsbergs Foods
Hudson, NY
07.2011 - Current
- Manages Center of the Plate, Seafood, Dairy, commodity oil, and produce.
- Developed and implemented category strategies to optimize product assortment and enhance sales performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze market trends and identify growth opportunities.
- Managed supplier relationships, negotiating contracts to secure advantageous terms and pricing structures.
- Conducted competitive analysis to inform pricing strategies and drive category profitability with earned income.
- Managed inventory levels to reduce waste and shrink in produce.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices for category management.
- Developed detailed sales forecasts based on historical data, allowing for proactive inventory management decisions.
- Monitored industry trends to identify new business opportunities and emerging product categories for expansion.
- Enhanced supplier relationships through regular communication and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Develop and maintains a highly-effective collaborative working relationship with the Sales department.
Center of the Plate Buyer
Ginsbergs Foods
Hudson NY
04.2002 - 07.2011
- Analyzed market trends to optimize purchasing decisions and enhance product selection.
- Negotiated vendor contracts to secure terms and pricing for products.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment while minimizing excess stock.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to forecast demand and align purchasing strategy accordingly.
- Conduct Sales Training.
Non-Foods Buyer
Ginsbergs Foods
Hudson NY
02.1998 - 04.2002
- Negotiated pricing contracts with suppliers to optimize procurement costs.
- Analyzed market trends to forecast demand and adjust inventory levels accordingly.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors for effective collaboration.
- Implemented cost-saving strategies that improved overall purchasing efficiency.
- Worked with customers for special printing products.
Head Chef
Franklin Plaza
Troy NY
06.1993 - 02.1998
- Led culinary team in menu development and execution to enhance dining experience for Weddings and Large events.
- Streamlined kitchen operations, improving efficiency and reducing food waste.
- Mentored junior chefs, fostering skill development and teamwork in high-pressure environments.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistency in food presentation and taste.
- Organized on and off premise catering.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary
Schenectady County Community College
Schenectady, NY05-1993
Skills
- Data analytics and analysis
- Category development
- Supplier relationship management
- Pricing strategies
- Category growth
- Marketing coordination
- Category planning
- Supply chain optimization
- Merchandising strategies
- Sales training
- Vendor relations
- Product management
- Performance metrics
Timeline
Perishable Category Manager
Ginsbergs Foods
07.2011 - Current
Center of the Plate Buyer
Ginsbergs Foods
04.2002 - 07.2011
Non-Foods Buyer
Ginsbergs Foods
02.1998 - 04.2002
Head Chef
Franklin Plaza
06.1993 - 02.1998
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary
Schenectady County Community College