John pehrson
Rancho Santa Margarita
Summary
Proven leader in supply chain management, adept at supplier relationship management and procurement strategy, with a track record of driving revenue growth and cost savings at Pehrson Lighting. Skilled in warehouse management and materials planning, achieving significant budget reductions through strategic negotiations. Demonstrates exceptional crisis management and team training abilities, ensuring compliance and enhancing supplier partnerships. Proactive Purchasing Manager helping businesses meet fulfillment obligations through reliable vendor partnerships and streamlined ordering processes. Performs detailed research in supplier selection, sourcing and value assessment to form best overall strategy for long-term gain. Manages purchasing budget to determine feasibility of contracts and exceed savings goals. Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in [Area of study] and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
54
54
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Management Manager
Sandberg Industries
01.1966 - 01.2013
- Evaluated vendor performance over time using established metrics, helping select reliable partners while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Enhanced supplier relationships through effective communication and collaboration, resulting in better pricing and delivery terms.
- Maintained strict adherence to regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices in material handling safety protocols.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives through strategic negotiations with suppliers, achieving significant budget reductions.
Purchasing Manager
Valu Engineering
02.1990 - 01.1996
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Used [Software] to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
President
Pehrson Lighting
01.1959 - 02.1985
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jordan High School
Long Beach, CA01.1959
Skills
Supplier Relationship Management
Warehouse Management
Procurement strategy
Materials Planning
Tennis Badminton Bowling
Received many trophys for bowling and placed 1st in badmitton
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Valu Engineering
02.1990 - 01.1996
High School Diploma -
Jordan High School
Material Management Manager
Sandberg Industries
01.1966 - 01.2013
President
Pehrson Lighting
01.1959 - 02.1985