Dedicated purchasing professional specializing in logistics coordination, vendor relations and inventory management. Organized and proactive with remarkable project management, communication and planning abilities. Exceptional leader skilled at reducing costs and increasing department efficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
R&P Technologies
07.2019 - 02.2024
I facilitate all of the purchase requests that come in daily and purchase the material needed to complete the jobs for our navy customers
I am in contact with vendors to make sure we continue to get the best pricing available and keep the vendor profiles up to date with certificates and other imperative information we may need
I also help out the Accounting side of the company to make sure our vendors are paid in a timely manner and make sure the invoices match up to our Purchase Orders.
Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
Reduced order processing time by automating purchase orders and invoicing systems.
Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
Branch Manager
Norfolk Wire & Electronics
03.2007 - 05.2019
Managed the everyday sales and employees of Norfolk Wire
Made sure budgets were staying on track as well as managing inventory levels and keeping the correct amount of material in stock.
Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and offering competitive compensation packages.
Optimized branch inventory management practices for improved product availability and reduced stock obsolescence costs.
Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives to align branch objectives with corporate goals.