Toby Ditton
Lexington,South Carolina
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at The Building Center, excelling in sales and customer relationship management. Achieved significant revenue growth by cultivating client relationships and optimizing project management processes. Skilled in inventory management and fostering team accountability, driving operational excellence and enhancing customer satisfaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory/Purchasing Manager
Carter Lumber
Columbia SC
09.2025 - 03.2026
- Developed strategic sourcing strategies to optimize supplier relationships and reduce costs.
- Led cross-functional teams in evaluating vendor performance and ensuring compliance with purchasing policies.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms while maintaining quality standards.
Sales Coordinator/Accounts Payable
The Building Center
West Columbia, SC
06.2015 - 03.2025
- Worked closely with the sales team to prioritize tasks, set goals, and allocate resources efficiently; resulting in increased productivity and revenue.
- Maintained accurate records of all sales activities, including contracts, proposals, quotes, follow-ups, and customer communications.
- Increased sales revenue by establishing strong relationships with clients and identifying new business opportunities.
- Served as a liaison between internal departments such as production, logistics, finance, ensuring seamless end-to-end management of client accounts.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
Landscaper
The Lawn Ranger Landscaping
Columbia SC
11.2008 - 05.2015
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
Operations Manager
Best Distributing
Charlotte NC
02.2000 - 05.2008
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
Education
No Degree - Music
Atlanta Christian College
East Point GA06-1991
Skills
- Sales
- Customer relationship management
- Project management
- Inventory management
- Shipping and Receiving
- Vendor Invoicing
- Vendor Returns
Timeline
Inventory/Purchasing Manager
Carter Lumber
09.2025 - 03.2026
Sales Coordinator/Accounts Payable
The Building Center
06.2015 - 03.2025
Landscaper
The Lawn Ranger Landscaping
11.2008 - 05.2015
Operations Manager
Best Distributing
02.2000 - 05.2008
No Degree - Music
Atlanta Christian College