Spencer Van Herik
DeWitt,MI
Summary
Goal-oriented professional with a disciplined approach to maximizing team success. Experienced leader with a proven track record of developing strong players. Committed to supporting academic excellence through advanced planning, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Capital Steel & Wire, Inc.
DeWitt, USA
01.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
- Analyzed market trends to determine appropriate purchasing strategies.
- Conducted regular vendor performance reviews to ensure quality standards were met.
- Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Identified potential areas of cost savings through supplier consolidation or alternative sourcing methods.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases including invoices, price lists, product codes and descriptions.
- Evaluated proposals from vendors on a regular basis to ensure cost effectiveness.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay abreast of industry trends and developments.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders such as sales personnel, operations managers and finance teams.
- Managed vendor accounts payable issues by providing accurate documentation when required.
Basketball Coach
DeWitt Travel Basketball Association
DeWitt, MI
10.2022 - Current
- Boys' Assistant Basketball Coach for DeWitt Middle School (Oct. 2023 - Dec. 2023) and Red Cedar (Oct. 2022 - Mar. 2023, and Jan. 2024 - Apr. 2024).
- Instructed players in proper techniques such as passing, shooting, dribbling, defensive positioning.
- Demonstrated drills during practice sessions to help players hone their skills.
- Encouraged teamwork among players while fostering an environment of respect.
- Motivated players by providing positive reinforcement.
- Implemented strategies designed to maximize player development opportunities within the program.
- Mentored student athletes on how to prepare mentally for competition.
- Assisted head coach with game and practice planning.
- Displayed strong leadership abilities in order to effectively manage the team.
- Modeled positive physical, intellectual and social behaviors for student-athletes to abide by.
General Merchandise Clerk
Meijer, Inc.
DeWitt, USA
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Provided exceptional experience for customers to ensure engagement and retainment, including answering questions about merchandise and handling complaints
- Responded to phone calls and in-store inquiries from retail customers, guided shoppers in locating products and merchandise, and communicated eciently
- Assisted customers with purchase decisions and collected payment using the store point of sale system
- One of few non-warehouse team members trusted with fork-lift certification and receiving deliveries
- Trained corporate and higher-level executives in operations and maintenance of aquariums
- Maintained data entry and records on products
Enterprise Manager
Avenue Logistics, Inc.
Chicago, USA
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Managed company's longest-standing account
- Achieved and ensured higher profitability and revenue growth for core responsibility
- Provided feedback and solutions to leadership for enterprise resource planning
- Oversaw designated projects through various stages, including responding to RFPs, project initiation, client relations, project planning, contract finalization and budgeting
- Assisted sales department in developing strategies for lead generation and prospecting
Customer Accounts Manager
U.S. Xpress, Inc
Chicago, USA
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Grew existing partnerships and implemented new sales strategies for satellite branches
- Facilitated revenue growth and higher profitability for all assigned accounts
- Managed domestic and international freight
- Oversaw designated projects through various stages, including responding to RFPs, project planning, client relations, contract finalization and budgeting
- Assisted leadership in managing daily operations and sales performance of sta
- Supported asset-based operations as needed
- Negotiated competitive rates for special projects
Corporate Inventory Manager
Flat Top Grill
Naperville, USA
02.2013 - 03.2014
- Oversaw inventory management for multiple storefronts
- Managed company P&L alongside executive leadership
- Ensured food and safety standards were upheld for warehouse and dine-in locations
- Validated inventory accuracy in WMS
Operations Executive
Echo Global Logistics
Chicago, USA
08.2012 - 02.2013
- Managed assigned enterprise accounts
- Performed daily operational tasks as needed
- Scheduled pick up and delivery appointments
- Uploaded documents for accounts receivable
- Tracked and updated shipments in internal system
Customer Service Manager
Leader Express, Inc.
Wood Dale, USA
09.2011 - 08.2012
- Managed company's enterprise accounts
- Oversaw partnerships with all intermodal carriers
- Participated in contract negotiations alongside ownership
- Dispatched drivers, entered load orders and scheduled pick-up and delivery appointments
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
North Central College
Naperville, IL06.2011
Skills
- Communications
- Leadership
- Supply Chain Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Price Negotiation
- Microsoft Office
- Gmail
- Team Building and Development
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Capital Steel & Wire, Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Basketball Coach
DeWitt Travel Basketball Association
10.2022 - Current
General Merchandise Clerk
Meijer, Inc.
03.2021 - 12.2022
Enterprise Manager
Avenue Logistics, Inc.
08.2017 - 03.2020
Customer Accounts Manager
U.S. Xpress, Inc
01.2016 - 08.2017
Corporate Inventory Manager
Flat Top Grill
02.2013 - 03.2014
Operations Executive
Echo Global Logistics
08.2012 - 02.2013
Customer Service Manager
Leader Express, Inc.
09.2011 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
North Central College
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