Patrick Smitley
Santa Barbara,California
Summary
Procurement professional in the furniture industry with proven track record in sourcing quality product and managing supplier relationships. Known for collaborative approach and consistent delivery of results in dynamic environments. Expertise in market analysis, contract negotiation, inventory management ensuring seamless operations and cost-effective purchasing. Possess an evolving knowledge of buying trends and product familiarity with MillerKnoll, Hon, Sitmatic, 9 to 5, RFM, Sit On It Seating, Kimball International and other known brands.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Buyer/Customer Service Representative
TRI COUNTY OFFICE FURNITURE
01.2014 - Current
- Receive and process sales quotes, creating purchase orders
- Send POs to vendors and confirm order receipts with accuracy for pricing and product detail
- Process & manage large, detailed projects including GSA/Military purchases and installations, Hospitals, K-12 and State University.
- Perform Plan Checks with Sales team to review measurements and finishes
- Assist or create furniture specifications in 2020 to assist Sales Team
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins
- Communicated frequently with stores and vendors to manage orders and verify revisions on purchase orders
- Computed and created purchase orders in Team Design & CORE to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts
- Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department
- Train new employees on Team Design & CORE systems
- Proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel, Outlook, Word
- Excellent communication skills
- Have maintained excellent relationships with vendors CSRs, PMs, OE, and Product specialists to receive a quick turn around with vendor requests
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Strong interpersonal skills - able to build and maintain internal and external relationships
- Staying highly organized while being able to multi-task and exhibiting meticulous attention to detail
Distribution/Inventory Control Manager
General Lab & Cleanroom Supply
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Inventoried warehouse stock on monthly, quarterly and annual basis
- Motivated and managed performance, activities, and responsibilities of Inventory Control Team
- Cross-referenced invoices and supplies for reporting accuracy
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders
- Coordinated dispatching of drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements
- Assessed and targeted customer needs to forge and cultivate productive relationships and maintain top satisfaction levels
- Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business leads
- Prospected for leads to build pipeline and convert to sales opportunities
- Maintained control of cycle counts, physical inventory and discrepancy research
Education
Trade School - Business Administration & Accounting
Santa Barbara Business College
Santa Barbara, CA04.1989
Skills
- Pricing negotiations
- Attention to detail
- Product Knowledge
- Business Development
- Purchase order management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Bid Proposals
- Vendor Negotiations
- Supplier Contracts Management
- Customer Care
- Inventory Management
- Project Management
Timeline
Lead Buyer/Customer Service Representative
TRI COUNTY OFFICE FURNITURE
01.2014 - Current
Distribution/Inventory Control Manager
General Lab & Cleanroom Supply
01.2006 - 01.2014
Trade School - Business Administration & Accounting
Santa Barbara Business College
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