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Tyler Friesen

Dothan,AL

Summary

Dynamic procurement and inventory management specialist with a proven track record at local hospitals, enhancing supplier relationships and optimizing purchasing strategies. Excelled in data analysis and team collaboration, significantly improving procurement efficiency and inventory accuracy. Skilled in leveraging supply chain software to drive decision-making and delivery management.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Men's Buyer

Eagle Eye Outfitters
Dothan, AL
05.2024 - Current
  • Responsible for purchasing men's apparel based on sales data from previous years.
  • Purchasing new styles based on trends.
  • Routinely performs fill-in/replenishment orders for the current season.
  • Negotiates pricing and delivery terms with suppliers.
  • Maintained supplier relationships to improve lead time, cost and quality.
  • Works with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
  • Develops relationships with vendors to secure better prices and payment terms.
  • Collaborates with company owner regarding product pricing, promotions and markdowns.
  • Attends trade shows to stay informed about new products and market trends.
  • Coordinates with cross-functional teams to understand material requirements and ensure timely delivery.
  • Performs careful in-depth analysis of data retrieved using Retail Pro software.

Senior Buyer

Southeast Health
Dothan, AL
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Acts as an official buying agent of hospital supplies by means of representatives, telephone, or EDI.
  • Works as a liaison with the accounting department regarding accounts payable.
  • Expedites and follows up on orders placed on a regularly scheduled basis to ensure the timely arrival of products.
  • Assists in the preparation of the annual inventory.
  • Collaborates with distributors and vendors to ensure the quality and timely delivery of supplies.
  • Collaborates with hospital departments on supply and quality issues.
  • Efficient in Workday cloud-based software.

Distribution Coordinator

Flowers Hospital
Dothan, AL
10.2021 - 11.2023
  • Acted as official buying agent of storeroom items for the hospital by means of representatives, telephone, or EDI.
  • Organized, planned, and scheduled daily activities.
  • Worked as liaison with accounting department regarding accounts payable.
  • Edited and reviewed all departmental requisitions.
  • Expedited and followed up on orders placed to ensure timely arrival of supplies.
  • Ensured all department par levels were filled with correct quantities.
  • Performed performance evaluations for stock clerks and receiving clerks.
  • Ensured cleanliness of the warehouse.
  • Assisted in preparation of biannual inventory.
  • Ensured timely delivery of supplies to departments.
  • Filled other positions in emergency situations.
  • Checked shipments against paperwork and signed documents.
  • Uncovered and resolved errors with minimal oversight.
  • Coordinated storage locations and product movements.
  • Tagged and shelved product using first-in, first-out storage scheme.
  • Updated computer tracking system with latest product movements.
  • Managed and maintained warehouse to comply with company policies and federal regulations.
  • Motivated workers to exceptional performance through implementation of new strategies.
  • Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental operations.
  • Efficient in Lawson supply chain software.
  • Performed regular audits of warehouse inventories to maintain quality control standards.
  • Performed regular cycle counts to verify accuracy of inventory records.

Receiving Clerk

Flowers Hospital
Dothan, AL
01.2021 - 10.2021
  • Received all goods delivered by carriers including FedEx, UPS, and other freight carriers.
  • Unpacked items to be received and then delivered them to departments in a timely manner.
  • Received calls concerning daily requisition issues and assists in their resolution.
  • Counted, weighed, or otherwise measured the quantity of incoming supplies.
  • Ascertained conditions of incoming supplies, and notes discrepancies or damaged goods.
  • Returned unwanted goods to supervisor to be returned to vendor/distributor.
  • Assisted with biannual inventory.
  • Kept distribution coordinator informed of needed supplies.
  • Made scheduled and unscheduled deliveries to specific departments.
  • Maintained dock and loading area.

Stock Clerk

Flowers Hospital
Dothan, AL
07.2020 - 01.2021
  • Replenished patient supply par levels in all locations as scheduled.
  • Inventoried and filled par levels with appropriate supplies.
  • Filled all department requisitions in the proper unit of measure in a timely manner.
  • Cleaned warehouse and discarded empty boxes.
  • Assisted in biannual inventory.
  • Checked supplies upon receiving for proper storage location and distributed accurately.
  • Carried out assigned special projects for the supervisor, such as relocating products and redesigning the warehouse for efficiency.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Checked and pulled defective or expired product from the shelves.
  • Applied proper safety procedures and immediately informed management of safety concerns.
  • Monitored inventory levels in stockrooms and alerted management to any discrepancies.

Street Maintenance/Water Department

Town of Pinckard
Pinckard, AL
07.2019 - 07.2020
  • Removed debris, landscaped town property, and kept roadways and parking lots clear.
  • Used zero turn lawn mower and weed eater to keep town aesthetic during the summer months.
  • Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
  • Filled potholes and smoothed out rough surfaces.
  • Patched broken pavement for safe travel by dumping, spreading and tamping asphalt.
  • Repaired signs and fences quickly to avoid accidents and mishaps.
  • Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics With Minor in Global Business

Troy University-Dothan Campus
Dothan, AL
05-2019

Associate of Science - General Studies

George C Wallace Community College
Dothan, AL
05-2017

High School Diploma -

Dale County High School
Midland City, AL
05-2011

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Inventory management
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Problem solving
  • Staff supervision
  • Decision-making
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Vendor contract negotiations
  • Procurement planning
  • Delivery management
  • Pricing negotiations
  • Inventory oversight
  • Purchasing strategies
  • Procurement procedures
  • Purchasing expertise
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Effective communication
  • Infor Lawson Supply Chain software
  • Workday cloud-based software

Affiliations

  • Volunteered as baseball coach from 2012 - 2015.
  • Have made two trips to Europe to play baseball for a US semiprofessional baseball team while also helping in the community including baseball camps for children.

References

  • Brandon Wright - Southern Company - 334-714-5026
  • Kristen Wright - Southern Company - 334-405-5080
  • Chris Mason - Southern Company - 334-714-8659

Timeline

Men's Buyer

Eagle Eye Outfitters
05.2024 - Current

Senior Buyer

Southeast Health
11.2023 - 05.2024

Distribution Coordinator

Flowers Hospital
10.2021 - 11.2023

Receiving Clerk

Flowers Hospital
01.2021 - 10.2021

Stock Clerk

Flowers Hospital
07.2020 - 01.2021

Street Maintenance/Water Department

Town of Pinckard
07.2019 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics With Minor in Global Business

Troy University-Dothan Campus

Associate of Science - General Studies

George C Wallace Community College

High School Diploma -

Dale County High School

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