Sean L. Pratt
Tempe,Arizona
Summary
I confidently consider myself as a highly qualified Supply Chain Professional with a decade of experience. Throughout the 10 years I gained expertise and continued to maintain building experience on implementing pricing/merchandising models, inventory control and projections, territory development and revealing customer needs to deliver solutions. My top strengths within a sales avenue are building relationships, cultivating partnerships, retaining top accounts and growing profit channels. I have an aptitude for multi-tasking, expanding network connections, and displaying a self-motivated leadership mentality.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Chain Manager
Engineering Wireless Services
Tempe, AZ
05.2020 - 02.2023
- Administer and oversee purchasing, inventory, warehousing, and asset management teams within the company
- Boosted KPIs and continuous improvement strategies to enhance logistical operations and meet supply chain needs
- Enhanced supply chain processes, strengthening planning procedures, organizing schedules and maintaining records
- Determined inventory goals, product stock and risk management objectives and oversaw techniques to maximize inventory
- Monitored suppliers' activities to assess performance in meeting quality or delivery requirements
- Designed supply chains to support business strategies adapted to changing market conditions, new business opportunities or cost reduction strategies
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers, vendors or freight forwarders.
Warehouse Manager and Procurement Specialist III
Engineering Wireless Services
Tempe, AZ
03.2015 - 05.2020
- Maintained multiple roles within the company, acting as the primary contact for warehousing, procurement, logistics, and fleet manager.
- Develops and enhances relationships with strategic suppliers/partners/customers; serving as a primary contact with suppliers
- Verifies pricing against received vendor invoices and assigning correct job for accurate job costing
- Decreased spending, locating new suppliers by networking at industry markets, purchasing and designing cost-effective products and reviewing samples
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones
- Managed inventory control, material control, accounting and supply reports.
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
- Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets.
- Negotiated contracts with outside providers to minimize costs to company and customers.
- Evaluated and researched suppliers and processed orders for purchases through new contracts and competitive bids.
Warehouse Coordinator
Engineering Wireless Services
Tempe, AZ
08.2014 - 03.2015
- Responsible for making sure that warehouse and yard are kept in a tidy, presentable, and safe environment at all times
- Worked with customers to schedule material pickups and deliveries
- Maintained company database with most up to date inventory reports
- Oversaw delivery, packaging and shipment accounting for material transitioning from warehouse to showroom or delivery
- Performed material handling processes to improve delivery accuracy and productivity.
- Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies.
Crew Member
Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloons
Deer Valley, AZ
01.2011 - 08.2014
- Attended trainings in customer service, conflict resolution techniques and safety procedures to remain current on new requirements and procedures.
- Anticipated needs of passengers to enhance comfort and promote enjoyable flight.
- Demonstrated safety equipment and procedures to meet FAA guidelines.
- Participated in pre-flight briefings to discuss flight details, weather and service plans.
- Assisted in the assembling and disassembling of Hot Air Balloon to ensure the safety of the passengers and crew.
- Inspected parts or aircraft to identify defects, proper mechanics and general wear.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12.2025
Associate of Science - General Business
Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ06.2015
High School Diploma -
Boulder Creek High School
Anthem, AZ06.2012
Skills
- Asset/Inventory Management Project Management
- Supply Chain Forecasting
- Business Operations
- Operational Improvement/Problem Resolution
- Supervision Planning and Coordination
- Supplier Research
- Logistics & Spending Oversight
- Vendor Relations
- Written & Verbal Communication
- Order Placement/Product Tracking
- Knowledgeable in QuickBase and QuickBooks
- MS Office
- Relationship Building
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Organizer and Chair Member of OEM Certification Committee. A committee designed to establish a standardized list of parts and manufactures which allowed for seamless project management among different departments.
- Certified Safety Professional with OSHA 10, 30, and CPR/First Aid.
- Established a fleet management process that allowed for accurate tracking of tools, test equipment, and vehicles.
- Designed and managed the remodel of the company's office and warehouse spaces. Acted as the primary contact for driving the proper completion of the projects.
Additional Information
I am an Arizona native who enjoys all the outdoor activities it offers. Enjoying camping up north with my family is how I typically spend my summers on the weekends. Otherwise classic cars, vinyl records, and mastering backyard BB/smoker skills are current hobbies.
References
Ken Clark - Owner & CEO - Engineering Wireless Services
John Asaro - Colleague - Engineering Wireless Services
Heath Perry - Previous Supervisor - Engineering Wireless Services
Timeline
Supply Chain Manager
Engineering Wireless Services
05.2020 - 02.2023
Warehouse Manager and Procurement Specialist III
Engineering Wireless Services
03.2015 - 05.2020
Warehouse Coordinator
Engineering Wireless Services
08.2014 - 03.2015
Crew Member
Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloons
01.2011 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
Arizona State University
Associate of Science - General Business
Glendale Community College
High School Diploma -
Boulder Creek High School
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