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Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States

• Areas of responsibility included Procurement, Purchasing, Supplier Relations, Inventory, and Quality Control• Demonstrated expertise in bill of materials analysis, ensuring accurate identification and quantification of required materials reducing ordering errors by 15%• Delegated tasks effectively and provided clear direction to achieve team objectives• Maintained a positive and productive work environment while fostering collaboration and communication• Developed and maintained accurate, up-to-date records of all goods ordered and received, ensuring transparency and accountability• Identified and qualified new vendors to expand sourcing options and enhance competitive advantage• Negotiated favorable pricing and terms through effective communication and contract management• Built and cultivated strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering trust and collaboration• Scheduled deliveries and ensured timely fulfillment of orders, achieving a 97% on-time delivery rate• Maintained high quality standards for procured items and resolved issues with vendors and suppliers in a timely manner

Roseville, Mi

• Areas of responsibility included Purchasing, Procurement, Inventory, Warehousing, Quality Control, and Supplier Relations• Managed managers, team leads and associates on new inventory process reducing inventory errors by 25%• Trained team on new inventory procedure – completed inventories 66% quicker• Reevaluated inbound logistic procedures – achieved 40% cost savings• Implemented cost saving initiative with suppliers on expedited shipping saving over 50%• Negotiated cost reductions on raw materials - foam (5%), springs (2%), wood (2%), and fiber (5%)• Increased inventory turns by adjusting levels to reflect more accurate usages and lead times• Oversaw design team of 5 on development of new mattress lineup which grew sales 30% year over year• Launched a program to use discontinued material – eliminated 35% obsolete material in first year• Developed new purchasing procedures, policies, and processes – saved hundreds of labor hours per year• Created and updated bill of materials in MRP system for usage tracking• Maintained item database including updated costing and supplier information

Roseville, Mi

• Expanded sales throughout territory in same stores year over year by 20%• Improved product rank from #3 to #1 in territory in years 2012, 2013, 2014• Number 1 ranked manufacturer sales trainer in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014• Increased closing percentage 15% at retail by training retail sales associated on sales techniques• Researched local competition and advised store how to overcome• Directed 15 factory tours per year for a more then 400 attendees• Created sales training handouts and set weekly talking points for sales team• Territory encompassed 25 retail locations

Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States

I scouted and picked the location of where to open the business. I negotiated the lease, and was able to get the monthly rent for 15% below list price, along with no increases for 5 years. For the second lease agreement, I was able to negotiate a 10% lower rate with no increases for the duration. I also sources suppliers for tanning lotion and negotiated a 50% saving in cost. I also did all accounting which included accounts payable and receivable, payroll, along with all banking.

Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States

Managed 22 accounts including Ford, Jeep, Chrysler, Magna, and other smaller auto suppliers. I designed robot covers primarily used in paint booths. I implemented a vendor managed inventory (VMI) system for my largest accounts, which eliminated inventory shortages, and rush shipments. I trained the associates on the proper was to install all covers and worked with the paint area manager to set up a change out schedule to maximize cover efficiency.

Roseville, Michigan, United States

I oversaw 8 employees in the cutting department. I implemented a new cutting technique the yielded a 30% increased productivity. I oversaw the setting of the cutting schedule during the day and set up the second shift’s cutting schedule. I also handed out the sewing assignments based on orders and shipping times to make deliveries on time. I was also in charge of our inventories, giving weekly stock counts to the buyers who placed orders.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

I worked here as a retail sales float while going to college. I was the number 1 sales float in the company. I had full control over profitability when making sales. I negotiated price with customers, set delivery dates, and scheduled any service if needed. While in stores I performed the weekly inventory, and placed the orders as needed to keep stock levels at store requirements.