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Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

Report directly to the branch manager, responsible for purchasing electrical components and materials from over 100 manufacturers while overseeing a 70k sq. ft. warehouse. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, accounting, shipping/receiving, operations, and project teams, to implement innovative solutions and optimize business processes.• Manage inventory levels to ensure adequate supply while minimizing excess stock and associated costs. • Maintain direct… Show more Report directly to the branch manager, responsible for purchasing electrical components and materials from over 100 manufacturers while overseeing a 70k sq. ft. warehouse. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, accounting, shipping/receiving, operations, and project teams, to implement innovative solutions and optimize business processes.• Manage inventory levels to ensure adequate supply while minimizing excess stock and associated costs. • Maintain direct relationships with manufacturer representatives and regional/national salespeople.• Utilize a proprietary inventory management system to monitor inventory practices at other locations to ensure consistency and to maintain accuracy.• Collaborate with sales personnel to ensure timely and accurate ordering and credit office to manage A/R.• Assist in conducting multiple comprehensive annual inventory audits for multiple branches.• Conduct inside sales calls and provide tailored sales solutions.• Negotiate large bill of materials and determine market levels for optimal sales pricing.• Monitor budgets for purchasing activities and implement strategies for inventory optimization and accuracy.• Coach and train purchasing agents, managers, and interns across multiple branches.• Present regular reports on purchasing KPI activities, vendor performance, and inventory status to executives.• Ensure all purchased goods meet the company's quality standards and specifications.Accomplishments Established the purchasing department from the ground up and maintained an efficient purchasing schedule. Decreased inventory by 30% while maintaining 4+ annual inventory turns in 2023. Successfully relocated products from a 25k sq. ft warehouse to the new Grand Rapids 70k sq. ft. warehouse. Show less

Canton, Michigan, United States

• Directed the management of $40 million in communications products, overseeing receipt and shipment processes, and ensured precise inventory control through the utilization of JD Edwards software.• Supervised a multidisciplinary team, including office assistants, integration technicians, and warehouse personnel, and collaborated with project teams to meet schedules and deadlines effectively.• Provided strategic leadership to the team with daily operational reports and coordinated… Show more • Directed the management of $40 million in communications products, overseeing receipt and shipment processes, and ensured precise inventory control through the utilization of JD Edwards software.• Supervised a multidisciplinary team, including office assistants, integration technicians, and warehouse personnel, and collaborated with project teams to meet schedules and deadlines effectively.• Provided strategic leadership to the team with daily operational reports and coordinated pickup times with contractors.• Maintained and organized comprehensive project files and tracking documents.• Generated monthly billing reports and spearheaded continuous process improvements.• Conducted training and provided support for new and current project coordinators across various markets.• Exercised critical decision-making and problem-solving skills as an integral part of daily responsibilities.• Developed tools for employee selection and training of new and existing staff. Show less

Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

Greater Detroit Area

B.S. Business Administraiton, Sustainable Business

Activities and Societies: Men's Basketball Team

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