Wesley Brown
Midlothian,VA
Summary
Accomplished Purchasing Coordinator with a proven track record at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, enhancing operations and financial planning through strategic sourcing and cost reduction. Skilled in relationship building and strategic planning, I've fostered collaborations and improved inventory systems, contributing significantly to organizational efficiency and budget control.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Director
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2023 - Current
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
- Contacted each vendor and recorded information regarding price, availability and quality of products.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Created purchase orders and had each signed by production managers.
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering trust and collaboration that enabled successful negotiations.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Scrutinized purchasing data to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
- Assisted in the development of annual budgets by providing detailed input on projected purchasing needs, enabling more accurate financial planning for the organization.
Supply Chain Technician
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Implemented lean principles to reduce waste in supply chain processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by diligently organizing and maintaining stockroom shelves.
- Used identification tags, stamps and electronic marking tools to mark stock items.
- Supervised healthy inventory systems, monitoring product stock, maintaining receipt files and inputting data into computer spreadsheets for long-term tracking.
Inbound Supervisor
Amazon
02.2017 - 10.2023
- Contributed to overall company success by sharing best practices and insights with other supervisors, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Played a key role in hiring decisions by conducting interviews, evaluating candidates'' qualifications, and selecting new team members who positively contributed to company culture and performance goals.
- Enhanced team performance by providing ongoing training and development opportunities for staff members.
- Motivated workers to exceptional performance through implementation of new strategies.
- Proactively addressed potential issues by routinely monitoring inbound processes and taking corrective action when necessary to prevent delays or disruptions in product availability.
- Assessed employee performance through regular evaluations, identifying top performers for recognition and providing constructive feedback when needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hanover High School
Mechanicsville, VA06-2015
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Operations management
- Project management
- Strategies and goals
- Budget control
- Financial reporting
Timeline
Purchasing Director
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Supply Chain Technician
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
10.2022 - 12.2023
Inbound Supervisor
Amazon
02.2017 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Hanover High School
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