Thomas Kladis
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing Manager
One Stop Foods
05.2019 - 06.2024
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Trained and supervised cashiers and stock employees
- Implemented the LinkMatch program in collaboration with Experimental Station
Americorps Service Member
Asbury Community Development Corporation
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Gained experience and a deeper understanding of the non-profit industry through collaboration with other Americorps members and community organizations
- Established and maintained an urban farming campus on the east side of Flint
- Coordinated produce donations, community food giveaways and bottled water distribution
Assistant Manager
Totem Books
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Responsible for purchasing, pricing, and curating inventory
- Maintained a clean, vibrant, and well-curated store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Scheduled in-store performances and community events
Retail Clerk
Collegeville Textbook Company
06.2014 - 06.2015
Social Services Intern
Cristo Rey Community Center
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Assisted in grant research and grant writing process
- Contributed to social programs at the center such as the community garden and community breakfast
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Cultures and Politics -
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2015
High School Diploma -
Hinsdale Central High School
Hinsdale, IL06.2011
Skills
- Community Development
- Event Coordination
- Inventory Management
- Non-profit Industry
- Project Coordination
- Purchasing
- Supervision
- Training
- Urban Farming
- Visual Merchandising
- Freelance DJing
- Music Production and Instrumentation
Certification
Servsafe Food Service Food Protection Manager
Awards
- Dean's List at Michigan State University - 12/2014
Volunteer Experience
- Flint Public Art Project, Board Member, Flint, MI, 12/2017 - 02/2019
- Hinsdale Central Men's Basketball, Captain, Hinsdale, IL, 2010/2011
Projects
Freelance DJing, Music Production, Event Production
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
One Stop Foods
05.2019 - 06.2024
Americorps Service Member
Asbury Community Development Corporation
11.2017 - 11.2018
Assistant Manager
Totem Books
06.2015 - 06.2017
Retail Clerk
Collegeville Textbook Company
06.2014 - 06.2015
Social Services Intern
Cristo Rey Community Center
05.2014 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Cultures and Politics -
Michigan State University
High School Diploma -
Hinsdale Central High School
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