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• Managed all aspects of purchasing for the company (Laser Diodes, Custom Machined Parts, Fiber Modules, PCBAs, Cable Assemblies, Hardware, Electrical Parts, etc.) $2-$3 million in Annual Spendo Expenditure divided between 150 suppliers across 10 key product categories from purchase req. through negotiations, receipt and addressing of any non-conformance• Created procedures and KPIs to monitor internal (Submission, Release and Payment Lateness) and external performance (Vendor Lateness).o Improved release lateness by 50% over the first year by ensuring adequate forecasting.o Reduced vendor lateness by 60% over the first year by setting realistic expectations and accountability.• Improved supplier forecasting visibility through the utilization of overall forecast accuracy through SIOP alignment of MRP system.• Expanded supply base in key commodities, diversifying away from sole and single source suppliers to increase leverage through competition while increasing flexibility of the supply chain responsiveness in key commodities (Custom Machined Parts, Laser Diodes, PCBAs).• Played an active role on the continuous improvement team by suggesting process changes (e.g., Purchasing for Stock; Inventory Request Process Creation; Vendor Alternatives).

• Oversaw inventory across 17 distribution centers to establish equilibrium between usage and procurement.• Implemented significant process improvements that distilled inventory and usage information for buyers saving 2-3 hours of labor per day.• Partnered with key stakeholders such as Logistics to confirm deliveries were made in accordance with contractual specifications.• Sustained KPIs usage, replenishment and missed opportunities to drive an improved replenishment rate of 98.5% throughout the team.

• Managed the operations, purchasing, receiving, warehouse organization, and personnel (hiring (3), training (4), scheduling (6), safety protocols, daily task delegation).• Increased sales by 24% in the first year (Triple Digit Increase) by increased customer engagement and velocity of fulfillment improvement.• Increased margin by 3.1% during the first two quarters of 2018 by supply chain efficiency improvements and driving higher margin products. • Initiated and implemented two District-Wide recycling programs that have yielded thousands of pounds of newly recycled material.• Daily, weekly, and monthly review of various reports (e.g., Profit & Loss, Inventory, Market Segmentation, Pricing Lists, and Margin Analysis).

Led the fundraising efforts for a small group going door-to-door to engage potential donors directly.Responsible for employee growth towards meeting weekly fundraising goals.

Developed opportunities by negotiating with local businesses for placement on a discount card.Led the sale of discount cards directly to the customer.Organized selling opportunities through student organizational fundraising campaigns.Raised funds and generated multiple revenue channels through student organizations and hired sales personnel.Effectively supervised a winning team from hiring, to directing operations, conducting sales training, and using created sales processes to enhance success.

Completed comprehensive analysis of the market, monitoring online inventory for business opportunities.Oversaw the delivery and receiving logistics, monitored stock levels, coordinated purchase orders, and resolved any related issues within a timely manner.

Received daily sales and management training prior to the door-to-door sales of telecommunication products and services.Fast-tracked to management within the first 60 days based on proficiency.Played a key role in the hiring process including prescreening, behavioral interviewing, and the assessment of qualifications.

Bracken Bros. Guitars was founded by my cousin, Ryan Ruggaard, and myself. We were later joined by an employee and a financier. Bracken Bros. Guitars purchased damaged musical equipment ranging from guitars to amplifiers. We specialized in the restoration and resale of vintage (1950's - 1970's) equipment.