Oversee all Procurement activities for the company, from daily replenishment to capital expenses. Develop pricing strategy for all clients and market segments. Manage all warehouse functions, focusing on developing a team to produce accurate and actionable data. Work with other members of the senior management team to ensure company goals are clear and effective, develop new product offerings and leading the organization by example.

Key Accomplishments:*Researched, selected and implemented new Warehouse Management Software (WMS) into an organization that had never previously used one to track and maintain inventory.*Centralized all purchasing activity creating cost saving opportunities.*Work directly with senior management on developing and implementing new processes and procedures.*Leading the organization in maximizing margin by reducing costs, finding alternative materials, and streamlining operations.

Appeared in several television, student and award-winning short film projects, including:The Perfect Family, Piggy, Murderous Affairs, Unusual Suspects, Commotion, The Appointment.Writer: Commotion (web series), Walking in My Shoes (short), Slasher (feature) and Rose (short)Producer: Nobody: A Fallout Tale (short), Walking in My Shoes (short) and Rose (short)Co-Director: Commotion (web series)Producer, Director & Editor: Paint (Total Lament) (music video)Performed at several Los Angeles-area comedy clubs, including Flappers, Shaky Town Live and the World Famous Comedy Store. Currently performing in the Phoenix metro area.www.gregbeck.uswww.imdb.me/gregbeck

Single point of contact for business owners in all departments regarding purchasing activity, including manufacturing components, fixed assets, capital expenses and sub-contractor labor. Maintained all physical inventory counting and reporting of all raw materials in the plant.

Worked with the Merchandise and Supply Chain teams to streamline processes, reporting and product flow from domestic and international suppliers. Additional responsibilities included: facilitated component transition from owned to outsourced for three major product lines and process documentation for multiple departments.

Managed purchasing budgets across multiple warehouse locations. Developed, implemented and tracked various quality improvement plans, including but not limited to monitoring sales trends and inventory management. Supported new item setup processes and asset management across numerous e-commerce and retail accounts. Assessed and analyzed opportunities for improvements within the organization and inform staff to achieve a higher production outcome. Partnered with operations to maximize fulfillment, planning and logistics. Communicated with key stakeholders, and staff to ensure all questions were answered and understood. Led cross-functional teams to analyze, and comprehend operational impacts of technology changes. Utilized MS Great Plains and HighJump WMS software programs. Managed Walmart.com account during 2017 and 2108, including product assortment and day-to-day communication with Walmart.com buying team.

Oversaw entire product assortment for a 20-store retail chain. Developed a workable used game trade value algorithm to build in price protections and maintain margins. Managed purchasing through distribution partners to ensure timely delivery to stores. Maintained stock balancing between locations to reduce inventory exposure.Designed and created all internal and external marketing elements, including signage, ADVO circulars and web content for www.gametagstores.com.

Ultimate Electronics and Boards Video shared common ownership, so for six months I commuted from Portland to Denver to work full time for both organizations. During this period, I learned the differences between specialty retail and big box retail. Negotiation within the organization with other category managers with the same end goal as myself, on product placement in store and in print advertising.Job DutiesMerchandise and marketing department head for all in store video game and movie (DVD, BluRay) sections, including purchasing, signage and external advertising.

Worked effectively in a cross-functional, fast paced environment. Strategized business operations, merchandise strategies, and personnel moves. Met quality standards by continuing to analyze, and enhance work. Promoted dynamic, positive and memorable guest experiences. Led national meetings to build team connections, coordinate products and ensure appropriate communication regarding company strategies.

Developed a mall kiosk program to focus on the profitable used game segment during the holiday season. Managed four stores across three states.