William Kelsey
Denver,Colorado
Summary
Accomplished Senior Supply Chain and Purchasing Manager with a proven track record at Levy, enhancing supply chain efficiency and vendor relations. Expert in procurement process improvement and strategic planning, I've significantly reduced costs while fostering team growth. Skilled in demand forecasting and stakeholder relations, I consistently deliver results beyond expectations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Supply Chain and Purchasing Manager
Levy
08.2017 - Current
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
- Generated reports, documents and analysis in Birchstreet for senior management review and approval.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Use Birchstreet to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
Area Purchasing Manager
Levy
09.2008 - 08.2017
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Generated reports, documents and analysis ReMacs, Tangent and Quest systems for senior management review and approval.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
Chef
Levy
09.1999 - 09.2008
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
Sous Chef
Mi Piatto
09.1998 - 09.1999
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Sous Chef
Brittany Hill
07.1997 - 09.1998
Education
High School Diploma -
West Mesa
Albuquerque05.1996
Skills
- Purchase Order Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Inventory Coordination
- Supply Chain Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- New Vendor Setup
- Vendor Sourcing
- Account Management
- Cost Reduction
- Supplier negotiation
- Strategic Planning
- Procurement Process Improvement
- Efficiency Improvement
- Reporting knowledge
- Spend Analysis
- Budget Management
- Stakeholder Relations
- Profit and loss understanding
- Data analysis understanding
- Demand forecasting
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Driver's License
Timeline
Senior Supply Chain and Purchasing Manager
Levy
08.2017 - Current
Area Purchasing Manager
Levy
09.2008 - 08.2017
Chef
Levy
09.1999 - 09.2008
Sous Chef
Mi Piatto
09.1998 - 09.1999
Sous Chef
Brittany Hill
07.1997 - 09.1998
High School Diploma -
West Mesa
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