Scott Donnelly

***** *. **** ***** ● Phoenix, AZ 85032 ● 602-***-**** ● yykx1f@r.postjobfree.com

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Objective

Continued growth in Purchasing, Procurement, Materials Management and/or Supply Chain Development approaching the position with loyalty, dedication, and extensive knowledge in the field

Professional Synopsis

 25+ years in multiple purchasing and distribution environments emphasizing knowledge of construction materials and equipment.

 Strong negotiation skills focusing on relationship development with suppliers to achieve mutual benefits for long-term growth.

 Experienced in long range forecasting for purchasing of steel, plastic and lumber commodities to maximize benefits of changing global economic conditions.

 Coordinated purchases for multiple delivery points to reduce the impact on central distribution facilities.

 Achieved recognition and promotions through proven understanding of supply line dynamics holding numerous positions in a large structured corporate environment.

Selected Accomplishments

 Negotiated rebate programs with numerous commodity suppliers ranging from 1%-3% resulting in annual returns of over $100,000 while maintaining extremely competitive market purchase prices.

 Maintained continual supply of steel during a period of historically severe worldwide shortage through cultivation of long-term close supplier relationships while anticipating market timing of volume purchases to save over $3,000,000 in the process.

 More than doubled sales of seasonal drainage control products over previous years through careful forecasting to maintain a constant flow of supply amounting to over $100,000 in increased gross profit.

 Strategically negotiated sealants program to include a 3% rebate on annual purchases of $750,000 while increasing margins 15-20% over previous supplier program without increasing consumer prices.

 Maintained constant inventory levels during rebar shortages through close monitoring of world market conditions to anticipate shortages and purchasing accordingly.

 Increased turns over 30% on average over an eight month period through careful management of maximum inventory levels.

 Projected PVC and polyethylene price increases and negotiated price protection orders to protect margins during periods of extreme market fluctuation.

Career Path

Donnelly Innovations 2008-Present

2008-Present Self-employed Mfr. and Sales of Misting Systems Phoenix, AZ

Border Construction Specialties 2005-2008

2005-2008 Corporate Buyer Phoenix, AZ

White Cap Industries 1988-2005

1997 Promoted to Commodities Buyer Costa Mesa, CA

1995 Promoted to Corporate Product Specialist Costa Mesa, CA

1993 Promoted to Senior Branch Buyer San Diego, CA

1991 Promoted to Branch Purchasing Agent San Diego, CA

Related Training and Skills

Extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Extremely literate in computer operation and MRP Systems with experience in a large variety of application software including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

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