Supply Chain and Materials Management Specialist eager to contribute expertise toward supporting the employer in maximizing operational and financial performance. Specialized expertise in driving procurement activities to control costs, ensure timeliness and quality and maximize bottom-line profits.

 

Distribution & Planning   Inventory Tracking   Policy Development

OSHA Compliance / Standards   Wholesale Servicing   Cost Analysis

• Hazardous Materials Management   Budget/Expense Control   Inventory Analysis

 

Ø  Strong analytical background with the ability to work independently on multiple research projects, including project planning, data analysis, production, warehouse distribution and logistics, quality assurance, product management, inventory control, and customer service.     

Ø  Possess high degree of expertise, specifically regarding procurement practices including inventory analysis, cost control quantification, and KPI indices to determine efficiency best practices.  

Ø  Excel in defining and implementing policies, procedures and operational systems that boost productivity, efficiency and quality of operations.

Ø  Utilize extensive knowledge of inventory control, distribution oversight, staff management, development of budgets, as well as purposeful communication with departments, vendors, and executive management.

Ø  Consistently focus on ensuring development of high-standard procurement methodologies. 

Ø  Proven ability to adapt strong technical skills to diverse organization needs.

Ø  Technology savvy and proficient in multiple software applications and inventory management platforms such as MS Office Suite, Manifest, AS400 and RF Warehouse Management System. 

 

 

Ø  Analyze business processes to identify opportunities across supply chain, and made recommendations on logistics planning from development through end of life.

Ø  Play vital role in sustaining and growing business by delivering world-class customer service in consulting on and promptly responding to all order requirement issues.

Ø  Provide effective leadership and ensure the success of the overall procurement activities, while ensuring efficient utilization of resources in accordance with procurement and recruitment procedures.

Ø  Communicate information to individuals and groups; deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience. Clearly and concisely convey written information orally or in writing to individuals or groups to ensure information is conveyed appropriately.

 

Ø  Ensure full compliance and application of standard procurement and contracting rules, procedures and best practices.

Ø  Employ rigorous standards to ensure fairness, integrity, transparency, effective competition and best value for money in procurement and contracting activities.

Ø  Establish and maintain procurement and contracting systems and processes that ensure effective program ability to source and deliver quality goods and services.

Ø  Prepare monthly reports on the status of the overall procurement process.

Ø  Coordinate shipping and delivery arrangements of purchased goods and equipment.

Ø  Successfully coordinate professional efforts with other factions for the purposes of research and development opportunities and knowledge sharing.

Ø  Prepare comprehensive procurement plans taking into account strict adherence to deadlines, priorities, availability of financial resources, operational feasibility, procurement modalities, and alternative scenarios.

 

 

 

 

Ø  Managed groups ranging from 25 to 48, providing strict attention to detail at all events.

Ø  Successfully completed transition from Pick Pack Supervisor to Receiving

Ø  Applied skills learned in seminars thus going from a Directing approach to a Coaching approach with employees.

Ø  As Supervisor, achieved better than budgeted cost per unit savings, while processing                 approximately 200 million books to retail. Goal was .082 Actual cost per unit savings .079

Ø  Increased staff performance and productivity by 10 percent supporting and exceeding company goal of 90.00 by 7.56  Sigfredo core values address the critical need of complex distribution driven businesses to better manage the movement of materials, products and related information in and amongst multiple complex

Ø  Implemented best methods and procedures, which established standards and incentives in Receiving and Pick pack by using one on one coaching and counseling to our Booksellers with the goal of increasing measurable performance, in better than budgeted cost per unit.  

 

Inventory Analyst, CLI Logistics                                                                                                2005-2010

 

Inventory Analyst, Barnes & Noble, Inc.                                                                                  2000-2005

 

Inventory Analyst, Sachihata                                                                                                        1997-2000

 

Inventory Analyst, Joseph Cory Corporation                                                                         1994-1997

 

Earlier Experience

 

BASF Corporation                                                                                 

 

 

 

n Bachelor of Arts Degree, New York University

n Training C How to Excel at Managing & Supervising People, Skillpath Seminars

n Seminars C Team Building, Handling of Hazardous Materials, OSHA Regulations

n Bilingual C English & Spanish

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

                Inventory Management & Distribution Specialist

 

DATE

NAME HERE OF RECIPIENT

NAME HERE OF COMPANY

 

Dear RECIPEINT NAME:

            Recent research into COMPANY NAME prompted me to immediately update my resume for your review.   Based on my knowledge of this company, I am very interested in interviewing for STATE POSITION YOU ARE SEEKING. I offer years of progressive advancement in key roles as a Distribution Specialist and Inventory Analyst.  I am skilled at increasing performance through the development and execution of procurement practices, cost control efforts, and procedural efficiency methods, aimed at increasing bottom-line revenues for the organization.

In addition, I have worked as a technical expert in various forms within this field so I am accustomed to integrating into various cultures and environments. I am experienced at managing others as well as developing and implementing best practices models to increase efficiency and profits.  I offer years of formal training and education as well as progressive advancement within my career due to excelling at responsibilities and making significant contributions to company growth. 

            My peers describe me as an exceptionally hard worker and strong team player.  My enthusiasm comes from working directly with products and streamlining and improving processes as evidenced by my accomplishments and contributions to my past employers.  I am also capable of assimilating into a new environment easily and feel that I could quickly become part of your team.  I enjoy the chance to work directly with various departmental resources in both learning and mentoring fashions. I am selectively seeking a company who is progressive thinking and in need of a professional who can make an immediate and positive impact on productivity and processes.

            After your review of my resume, I hope you will agree that this would be a mutually beneficial arrangement.  I plan to call you early next week. At that time, I can answer questions concerning my background and experience and we can discuss the desirability of an introductory meeting.  Please contact me sooner if you wish to talk before then.  I look forward to speaking with you.

Sincerely,

Sigfredo Torres

 

 

 

 

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

          

 

Dear  NAME:

 

Our meeting this morning was both enjoyable and informative. I want to thank you for taking the time to share with me your thoughts and ideas about the opportunity of joining your organization.

Based on our discussion, I am confident that I can make a strong contribution to the company. It seems that you are looking for someone with proven strengths in inventory analysis, cost optimization, strategic planning, as well as warehouse operations and management, employee services, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage and motivate teams. 

I feel that my experience demonstrates a strong track record in these areas. As you may recall, I am a polished, results-driven and versatile Inventory Analysis and Distributions Professional leveraging proven strengths in the development and launch of operational initiatives to drive efficiency and increase productivity. I am also astute in identifying human capital plans needs, creating actionable programs, and effectively interacting with all departmental resources.

 

My key proficiency and career path has been very versatile and my primary work has included problem analysis and resolution, employee efficiency, cost savings and/or containment, relationship building, and employee training.

 

I would welcome the opportunity to do the same for your company. I am very interested and enthusiastic about the possibility of meeting you again. I look forward to hearing from you on DATE to discuss our next steps.  If I do not hear from you on this date, I will contact you to follow up.

Sincerely,

Sigfredo Torres