William Patrick Whinnery
San Diego,CA
Summary
Goal-oriented manager with distinguished experience in retail industries and proven leadership abilities. Expert in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction while driving revenue and sales. Committed to streamlining procedures while optimizing employee talent.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Designer
Tough Turtle Turf
08.2022 - Current
- Achieved established sales and contest goals while maintaining knowledge of current sales and promotions with first-year sales result of 1.5 million.
- Provided first-class communication and relationships with vendors and corporate office regarding specific needs, opportunities, and growth opportunities.
- Obtained 4.9 out of 5-star online service reviews.
- Converted customer requirements into conceptual designs within customer's budget. Informed customers of pricing, financing, and status of their project through completion.
Senior Purchasing Manager
ATHLEISURE INC DBA: Sun Diego Boardshop's
02.2017 - 08.2022
- Increased inventory turns from 2.2 to 5.4
- Decreased vendor returns by 50% from 1M to 500K while increasing dead stock margins
- Worked cross functionally with store managers, directors, marketing and CEO to meet sales goals.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
Retail Store Manager
ATHLEISURE INC. DBA: Sun Diego Boardshop's
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
- Optimized store displays and appearance via strategic merchandising.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Managed store organization, maintenance, and purchasing functions.
Warehouse Manager
ATHLEISURE INC. DBA: Sun Diego Boardshop's
06.2016 - 11.2016
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
Buyer Specialist
ATHLEISURE INC. DBA: Sun Diego Boardshop's
04.2009 - 06.2016
- Prepared periodic purchasing and supply reports, verifying supply and establishing professional connections with vendor representatives.
- Administered purchase order processes and placed orders as requested, streamlining ordering process and receipt organization for future reference.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels based on management direction and customer demand.
- Analyzed bids, troubleshot discrepancies and performed other necessary purchasing functions, managing balanced budget and supporting customer satisfaction.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
Assistant Manager
ATHLEISURE INC. DBA: Sun Diego Boardshop's
11.2004 - 04.2009
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
Skills
- Communication
- Problem Resolution
- Vendor Relations
- Forecasting
- Purchase Management
- Purchasing Negotiation
- Continuous Improvement
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Office
- CEGID, Winretail, NuORDER
Timeline
Landscape Designer
Tough Turtle Turf
08.2022 - Current
Senior Purchasing Manager
ATHLEISURE INC DBA: Sun Diego Boardshop's
02.2017 - 08.2022
Retail Store Manager
ATHLEISURE INC. DBA: Sun Diego Boardshop's
11.2016 - 01.2017
Warehouse Manager
ATHLEISURE INC. DBA: Sun Diego Boardshop's
06.2016 - 11.2016
Buyer Specialist
ATHLEISURE INC. DBA: Sun Diego Boardshop's
04.2009 - 06.2016
Assistant Manager
ATHLEISURE INC. DBA: Sun Diego Boardshop's
11.2004 - 04.2009
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