Andy Buckingham Email & Phone Number

Columbus, Ohio Area

Manage a portfolio of top grocery and drug store accounts.Manage a network of regional broker sales representatives responsible for executing distribution,assortment, pricing, merchandising and promotional strategies.Present annual category reviews highlighting key category trends and insights along with new products and promotional programs.Attend industry trade shows to network with existing customers and prospect for new domestic and international sales opportunities.Collaborate with members of the marketing department to assist with the preparation of sales presentations.

Columbus, Ohio Area

Direct accountability for service improvements in assigned VMI customers with emphasis on inventory turns,replenishment and fulfillment.Ensured order accuracy through flawless execution in managing products, pricing/bracket compliance,allowances and shipment.Monitored and reported baseline customer service key performance indicators (KPI), including productavailability, order fill rate, inventory turns, store service levels and on-time delivery and promotional analysis.Reviewed and analyzed historical data to develop seasonal inventory strategy by working with demand planning,sales and the customer.

Columbus, Ohio Area

Developed and fostered customer/broker relationships through direct and indirect actions on a daily basis.Received customer requests/orders by fax, telephone, and EDI.Edited, audited, and ensured correct pricing on all orders.Worked with brokers/customers to resolve problems.Prepared necessary paperwork for returns and backorders including decisions regarding product disposition.