Anthony Charles Nelson
New Port Richey
Summary
Result-oriented, highly productive Senior Procurement Manager with a 28-year career with expertise in management, procurement, contract administration and vendor negotiations. Consistently promoted to increasingly more responsible positions. A hardworking, highly motivated self-starter familiar with many aspects of distribution. Strong organizational skills, able to organize operations and systems to improve efficiencies. Outstanding ability to analyze data and make recommendations. Experienced in Microsoft Office with advanced knowledge of MS Excel. An IBM AS/400/DJ Edwards power user with extensive knowledge in query building and data analysis.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PURCHASING/CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER
Sun Wholesale Supply/Pinch A Penny Corporate Office
03.2021 - 04.2025
- Managed the development of sourcing strategies for high-profile vendors, optimizing procurement of key items.
- Partnered with Director of Purchasing, Marketing and Operations to identify key opportunities, implement strategies for cost savings and proactively track the overall performance of the initiative.
- Managed a team of Buyers and Customer Service Representatives and provided guidance in resolving issues.
- Identified and executed opportunities for training team members to improve efficiencies within the department.
- Monitored supplier performance against established contracts, ensuring compliance and quality standards.
- Acted as a liaison between suppliers and internal departments, enhancing communication and collaboration.
- Proposed and implemented improvements to sourcing policies, driving operational efficiencies.
PURCHASING AGENT
Sun Wholesale Supply/Pinch A Penny Corporate Office
08.1999 - 03.2021
- Worked cooperatively with manufacturers to develop appealing packaging, price points, and marketing strategies to highlight products and create excitement within stores.
- Demonstrated ability to assess risk and respond appropriately.
- Successfully negotiated contracts in total cost reduction effort, establishing master purchase agreements and strategic alliances with domestic and international suppliers.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.
- Maintained professional email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Discussed defective or unacceptable goods with quality control personnel and vendors, determined source of trouble, and took corrective action.
RETURNS SUPERVISOR
Sun Wholesale Supply/Pinch A Penny Corporate Office
01.1998 - 08.1999
- Responsible for supervising the returns department while continuing to oversee the inventory control department.
- Decreasing inventory level in the returns department from $280,000 to under $50,000.
- Implemented new procedures to handle the increase in returns after the company went to an open returns policy.
INVENTORY CONTROL SUPERVISOR
Sun Wholesale Supply/Pinch A Penny Corporate Office
08.1997 - 08.1999
- Responsible for improving inventory accuracy from 89% to 97% in a 250,000 sq. ft. distribution warehouse with over 10,000+ SKU’s.
- Implemented new procedures in a production environment for improved inventory control.
- Hired, trained and supervised three employees and coordinated their daily activities for a two shift schedule.
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Auto Image International, Inc.
10.1995 - 07.1997
- Promoted to Operations Manager and given responsibility for turning around this established automotive accessory distribution operation.
- Implemented established procedures and concentrated on providing the highest quality of service to customers.
- Supervised, trained and motivated one Warehouse Clerk and one Telemarketer. Hired an additional outside Salesperson and directed him toward acquiring new accounts, as well as those customers that had been lost to competitors.
- Prepare budgets and oversee fiscal policies and procedures for this branch.
- Increased sales from $50,000 to $90,000 per month.
ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MANAGER
Auto Image International, Inc.
02.1994 - 10.1995
- Promoted to AOM and given responsibility for assisting in the opening, stocking and new account development for this new warehouse.
- Coordinated the hiring, training and supervision of an assistant performing all warehouse duties.
- Instrumental in the increase in sales from zero to $65,000 per month.
WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Auto Image International, Inc.
10.1992 - 02.1994
- Promoted from Warehouse Clerk to Warehouse Manager within two months of date of hire and without prior agreement.
- Supervised three, responsible for receiving, shipping and inventory control.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electronic Engineering
ITT Technical Institute
Knoxville, TN03.1991
Skills
- Supplier relationship management
- Vendor relationship management
- Contract negotiation
- Cost reduction
- Strategic planning
- Procurement process improvement
- Price negotiation
- Supplier performance evaluation
- Efficiency improvement
- Data analysis
Certification
- How To Conquer Physical Inventory and Cycle Counts
- Business Writing For The Professional
- Microsoft Excel Levels II & III
- Microsoft Excel & Word 2007 New Features
- Hazardous Materials Transportation
Timeline
PURCHASING/CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER
Sun Wholesale Supply/Pinch A Penny Corporate Office
03.2021 - 04.2025
PURCHASING AGENT
Sun Wholesale Supply/Pinch A Penny Corporate Office
08.1999 - 03.2021
RETURNS SUPERVISOR
Sun Wholesale Supply/Pinch A Penny Corporate Office
01.1998 - 08.1999
INVENTORY CONTROL SUPERVISOR
Sun Wholesale Supply/Pinch A Penny Corporate Office
08.1997 - 08.1999
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Auto Image International, Inc.
10.1995 - 07.1997
ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MANAGER
Auto Image International, Inc.
02.1994 - 10.1995
WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Auto Image International, Inc.
10.1992 - 02.1994
Associate of Applied Science - Electronic Engineering
ITT Technical Institute
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