Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton-Marion Area
Dynamic, results oriented professional who is skilled at evaluating options and generating solutions. Proven adaptability to a wide variety of cultural and business environments, both domestic and international.
• Manages all aspects of purchasing for two plant operations including preparing requisitions and purchase orders • Maintains good relationship with current vendors and facilitates acquisition of new vendors • Manages all aspects of inventory control of over 1500 import frames • Maintains prompt delivery of 200 containers a year • Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for company policy conformance • Negotiates all supply contracts and pricing including imports
• Oversaw all aspects of operations management, including overseas and domestic purchases • Handled half of all sales of an $8,000,000 company • Managed office staff and floor staff including hiring, training, and day to day management • Successfully handled all aspects of starting a new non-wovens converting operation for furniture and bedding
• Responsible for all non-woven in furniture and bedding sales in North Carolina • Consistently generated $300,000+ in monthly sales
• Responsible for all sales in western North Carolina • Successfully brought furniture manufacturers and designers together to create innovative new good lines
• Responsible for all aspects of purchasing for six plant operations including upholstery and case goods • Oversaw and managed two junior buyers