Zachary Engle
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Driven Inside Sales/Purchaser and Warehouse Manager with a proven track record at Tork Products and Furniture Row. Excelled in strategic sourcing and supplier/customer relationship management, achieving significant cost savings and optimizing supply chain efficiency. Demonstrated teamwork orientation by enhancing supplier partnerships and improving inventory accuracy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Sales/Purchaser
Tork Products
07.2013 - Current
- Negotiated with suppliers, vendors and other representatives.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Conducted market research for alternative suppliers, leading to increased competition and improved pricing negotiations.
- Computed and created purchase orders in Profit21 to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Managed the procurement process from requisition to payment, ensuring timely deliveries and accurate invoicing.
- Improved supplier relationships, resulting in better product quality and delivery times.
Warehouse Manager
Furniture Row
04.2008 - 07.2013
- Optimized transportation logistics for efficient delivery times.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations through regular inspections, staff training, and policy updates.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Reduced product damage with improved packaging methods and training staff on proper handling techniques.
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
Education
BBA - Business
University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, INHigh School Diploma -
North Miami High School
Denver, IN05.2003
Skills
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Negotiation expertise
- Vendor evaluation
- Teamwork orientation
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Order tracking
- Accounts Receivable
- Procurement
- Inventory Management
Timeline
Inside Sales/Purchaser
Tork Products
07.2013 - Current
Warehouse Manager
Furniture Row
04.2008 - 07.2013
BBA - Business
University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne
High School Diploma -
North Miami High School
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