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• Optimize inventory mix for 1400 Independent stores• Manage over $10M in store conversions and openings per year• Manage custom mix inventory program injecting over $6M in inventory per year

• Coordinated re-label project involving over 9M pieces• Directed product lift/replace project involving over $70M in inventory• Implemented booking portal for CARQUEST Independent stores

• Provided routing support to enable 5x delivery for all stores• Implemented DCMS system in DCs

Business DevelopmentConsulted with businesses totaling $12 million in annual revenue regarding the maintenance and growth of their supply chains.Negotiated and implemented $1.2M in additional transportation agreements in 2008.Worked daily with international colleagues to navigate import and export customs regulations.Completed advanced training curriculum focused on international shipping and customs regulations enforcement.Routinely presented streamlined freight processes… Show more Business DevelopmentConsulted with businesses totaling $12 million in annual revenue regarding the maintenance and growth of their supply chains.Negotiated and implemented $1.2M in additional transportation agreements in 2008.Worked daily with international colleagues to navigate import and export customs regulations.Completed advanced training curriculum focused on international shipping and customs regulations enforcement.Routinely presented streamlined freight processes and measures to reduce transportation spend to C-level executives. Show less

Grew business in new market from $30,000 to $1.2 million in one year.Pursued new business opportunities with builders and maintaining current accounts.Introduced Green Building Initiative guidebook to customer base to promote conservation while increasing sales.

Managed $2.3M in inventory by evaluating turns and value of items stocked.Ensured profitability of $50M business by analyzing daily sales transactions.Maintained efficiency of 60,000 sq ft. warehouse by continually evaluating processes and personnel.Monitored facilities upkeep and capital purchases for the branch.Participated in setting goals and yearly budget for Raleigh branch. Accomplishments: Raleigh branch won 2001 award for operations excellence.

Implemented and oversaw continuing education programs for regional branches.Screened and interviewed potential employees in college recruiting program.Networked and trained customers to use new e-commerce program.Coordinated and maintained Mentor Program for new associates. Accomplishments: Raleigh branch chosen to test pilot training program for entire company.

Traveled the Southeast region (four states) in the management of over $120 million of inventory.Established pricing and terms with over thirty suppliers.Tracked and provided oversight of inventory levels.Acted as the management contact for seven branches.Handled customer service and inventory problems. Accomplishments: Implemented a new auto-replenishment buying system for Ferguson.