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Tyler Wright

Tyler Wright

Shawnee

Summary

Knowledgeable Buyer with solid foundation in procurement and vendor management. Successfully negotiated favorable terms and streamlined purchasing processes to enhance operational efficiency. Demonstrated ability in cost analysis and inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels and budget adherence.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Buyer

Associated Wholesale Grocers
Kansas City, KS
07.2019 - Current
  • Dairy Buyer for Hernando, MS as well as dry goods buyer for Nashville and Gulf Coast.
  • Previously procurement buyer for frozen/dry grocery and supplies for 3 divisions (Kansas City, Springfield & Oklahoma City)
  • Prioritize service level with vendors while limiting Out of Stock items and Excess inventory
  • Daily communication with Vendor Reps, Category Managers, Center Store Directors, Warehouse Staff, and Traffic to ensure Product Orders arrive in a timely fashion.
  • Keep product inventory levels in their targeted range
  • Executed Investment Buys when product was going through price increases to purchase as much product at the lower price available without risking spoilage.
  • Analyzed supplier contracts to ensure compliance with organizational standards and cost-effectiveness.

Previous Positions at AWG:

  • Specialist II Space Planning (October 2020- November 2021)
  • Senior Coordinator (February 2020- October 2020)
  • Category Assistant II (June 2019- February 2020)

Assistant Brewer & Bartender

Transport Brewery
Shawnee, KS
01.2022 - Current
  • Cleaning of brewing equipment, kegs and the surrounding area
  • Assisted in the Brewing Process.
  • Kegging & Briting beer
  • Serve a variety of Craft Beer & interact with customers
  • Cleaning of brewery
  • Help put on special events

Assistant Brewer

Brew Lab Brew Pub
Overland Park, KS
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Cleaning of brewing equipment, kegs and the surrounding area
  • Assisted in the Brewing Process
  • Previous Work History Available Upon Request

Education

Bachelors of Science - Comm

Emporia State University
01-2015

Skills

  • Communication
  • Community Focused
  • Procurement Buying
  • Excel Knowledge
  • Power BI Knowledge

Certification

  • CPR Certified - American Heart Association
  • Cicerone Level 1 - Cicerone Certification Program

Timeline

Assistant Brewer & Bartender

Transport Brewery
01.2022 - Current

Assistant Brewer

Brew Lab Brew Pub
01.2022 - 01.2023

Buyer

Associated Wholesale Grocers
07.2019 - Current

Bachelors of Science - Comm

Emporia State University