Director Of Purchasing
Texas Independent Pipe Supply
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Director of Purchasing
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Austin, Texas, United States
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Christopher Thomas is listed as Director of Purchasing at Texas Independent Pipe Supply, based in Austin, Texas, United States. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Christopher Thomas.
Christopher Thomas previously worked as Principal Global Sourcing Leader, Private Label Dairy at Whole Foods Market and Principal Global Category Manager, Private Label Bulk Foods at Whole Foods Market. Christopher Thomas holds Green Belt, Foundational Leadership Course from Stagen Leadership Academy.
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Highly motivated, professional with 22 years of experience in operations, purchasing, supplier negotiations, and department design within competitive markets. Progressive leader emphasizing improvements in productivity through motivation and streamlined processes.
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Principal Global Sourcing Leader, Private Label Dairy
CurrentManage Dairy Desk for Milk, Milk Products, Yogurt, Kefir, and Desserts. Develop category goals and strategies and product assortments through the lens of core customers by proposing new items/programs based on product relevance, and best-in-class Omnichannel private label product relevance distinguishing WFM from the competition. Collaborates with.
Aug 2020 - Present
Principal Global Category Manager, Private Label Bulk Foods
Developed Global Bulk Foods Strategy, customized reports and tools, aligned categories with Nielsen, mentored and trained 4 cross functional stakeholders, RFP Tree Nut, Dried Fruits, Trail Mix for both Bulk Foods and Packaged programs.
Oct 2016 - Aug 2020
Senior Regional Category Manager
Managed +20,000 SKUs Grocery, Dairy, Frozen, Bulk worth +$300MM annual sales. Category Analysis- review over 1000 SKUs ranging from national, regional, and local each month. Launch over 100 new SKUs each month. Promotions- pricing review for over 3,000 SKUs each month. Distribution- regional product mix management of 3 primary warehouses supplying 90%, or.
Jun 2014 - Oct 2016
Regional Grocery Operations Associate Coordinator
Bulk Program Category Review OversightOptimal Store Layouts & Design Promotional ProgrammingBusiness DevelopmentNew Supplier Relationship BuildingProject ManagementStaff Training & Leadership Thought Leadership
Apr 2012 - Jun 2014
Assistant Store Team Leader
Oversaw process improvements and buyer’s classes including review of inventory, sales to purchase, gross margin reports, labor targets, and leadership training. Reset Produce, Whole Body, and Seafood at Lakewood. This resulted in better customer flow, reduced spoilage, and increased sales on top gross margin items. Initiated a Jerky program at Lakewood.
Mar 2011 - Apr 2012
Grocery Team Leader
Developed and promoted store receiver, frozen buyer and grocery buyer into Assistant Grocery Team Leaders for other locations within our region. Reset Grocery, Dairy, Frozen, and remodeled Bulk departments. This resulted in the team's percentage of store sales increasing from 28% to 32%.
Mar 2009 - Feb 2011
Assistant Grocery Team Leader
Oversaw operations at various locations including North Carolina, Texas, Alabama, and Ohio. Mentored new team members, oversaw career development, trained employees in Hart inventory system, and gained knowledge of IRMA system. Implemented outstanding customer service protocols and motivational leadership skills while transitioning into financial.
Apr 2002 - Mar 2009
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Christopher Thomas education
Green Belt, Foundational Leadership Course
Stagen Leadership Academy
International Business
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International Business
Collin College
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Christopher Thomas works for Texas Independent Pipe Supply.
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Christopher Thomas is listed as Director of Purchasing at Texas Independent Pipe Supply.
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Christopher Thomas is based in Austin, Texas, United States while working with Texas Independent Pipe Supply.
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Christopher Thomas has worked for Texas Independent Pipe Supply and Whole Foods Market.
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Christopher Thomas holds Green Belt, Foundational Leadership Course from Stagen Leadership Academy.
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