Ben Wadler

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Louisville, KY **205

Phone: 502-***-****

E-mail: aceib8@r.postjobfree.com

MATERIALS PURCHASING, PLANNING & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL

Sourcing / Strategic Materials Purchasing, Planning / Change Management

Developing & Implementing Cost Reduction Strategies / Risk Management

Designing, Planning, Executing and Monitoring Supply Chain Initiatives /

Building Competitive Infrastructure

Synchronizing Supply & Demand and Measuring Performance / Supply & Demand

Dynamics Visionary

Astute, seasoned, creative, and passionate supply chain management,

materials planning, purchasing and project management leader with proven

success in elevating the profitability, visibility and performance of

organizations. Proven track record in significantly improving corporate

competitive advantage through the development and optimization of supply

chain strategic strategies.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

. Executing Enterprise Wide Supply Chain Strategies .

Distributor Negotiations & Compliance

. Materials Purchasing & MRP .

Due Diligence & Cost Reduction

. Strategic Supply Chain Operations .

Strategic Alliances & Business Partnerships

. Vendor Selection, Development & Relations .

Product Optimization & Reorganization

. Technology Use & Implementation .

Staff Supervision & Development

Tumbleweed Grill and Custom Food Solutions, Louisville, KY

Restaurant chain and food manufacturing plant

Director of Purchasing - 1995 - 2014

Challenged to lead and direct enterprise wide purchasing and supply chain

management efforts with full operational responsibilities. Increased net

value and built leverage through tactical partnerships and contract

negotiations-provided vision and direction in developing and executing

strategic purchasing strategies. Reported directly to the President and

CEO overseeing materials purchasing of up to $50 million annually.

Developed and implemented new programs and strategies-maximized

profitability and reduced operating costs. Developed and managed strategic

relationships with partners (vendors and distributors) -set benchmark goals

to drive rapid performance improvements and in maximizing agreement

commitments.

. Initiated and developed an in house inventory control system-enabled

price comparison, inventory control, competitive pricing structuring,

planning and negotiations.

. Drove strategic cost reduction and quality enhancement initiatives

through new product introduction and supplier development programs.

. Reduced cost by over 15% annually, compared to national inflation rates.

. Renegotiated and contracted over 85% of the total spend.

. Negotiated distribution contracts and reduced costs by over 15%, while

dollars purchased declined from $40M to below $20M.

. Initiated, developed and execute numerous programs which directly

impacted the bottom-line.

. Saved over $70,000 per year through renegotiating marketing agreements

with adult beverage companies.

. Oversaw new construction and remodeling initiatives from 14 to 69

locations-identified, negotiated and purchased furniture, HVAC, fixtures,

security system, POS etc.

. Personally handled purchasing ranging from $25-50M per year.

Ben Wadler

2310 Blvd. Napoleon

Louisville, KY 40205

Phone: 502-***-****

E-mail: aceib8@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Newark Electronics, Madison, WI

$400 Million industry leading distributor of OEM electronic components

Regional Sales Manager - 1990 - 1995

Progressively demanding decision making positions involving: sales, new

business development and promoting broad range of products to small and

Fortune 500 companies. Conducted in-depth business needs analysis and

developed customized sales solutions in order to gain new markets.

Directly responsible for executing new business development programs from

inception to final implementation involving: developing and communicating

sales objectives, contract negotiations and pricing strategies.

. Instrumental in turning around an underperforming territory from zero to

over $2M per year.

. Increased "target" margins by over 12%.

Clark Food Service, Madison, WI

$20 Million branch of a regional distributor selling medical

disposable/supplies to healthcare and restaurants

Regional Sales Representative - 1988 - 1990

Cultivated new customer base through careful orchestration and delivery of

quality products and services. Consistently achieve and/or exceed sales

goals by implementing cross-selling sales strategies. Held concurrent

accountability for handling complex accounts involving: product

representation/demonstration and overall task management.

. Instrumental in revitalizing and re-engaging a sales territory that was

inactive for 3 years.

. Led sales commission and increased earned commission from $300 to over

$42,000 per year.

. Increased margins by over 10% from target goal.

ALpha Distributors, Madison, WI

$250 Million food service distributor

Director of National Account Sales - 1985 - 1988

Challenged to lead and direct regional sales and new business development

efforts involving: identifying customer cues, establishing market

objectives and methodologies based on results analysis. Initiated,

developed and executed numerous programs-programs geared towards new

products introduction, attracting new customers, change management, and

building customer loyalty.

. Generated over $12M in new national account business.

. Instrumental in growing existing business by over $14M per year.

EARLY PURCHASING EXPERIENCE

Rocky Rococo Pizza, Chi-Chi's Mexican Restaurant, KFC Purchasing Co-Op,

Arthur Treacher's Fish and Chips, Tastee-Freez Restaurant Chains, The

Martin Brower Company

EDUCATION

University of Illinois - Chicago, IL

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Minor: Marketing

Professional Development Coursework

Attended numerous classes and seminars in purchasing from the National

Association of Purchasing Management, National Restaurant Association.

Seminars in effective sales, prospecting and customer service including:

"Making the Sales", Keeping the Customer "after" the Sale

REFERENCES: To be furnished upon request.

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