Michael P. Falvey
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Atlanta, Georgia 30312
*.******@*******.***
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position within a progressive company, utilizing the
strengths that I have gained
through positions of increasing responsibilities.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
. Successful track record of delivering results in the areas of cost
reduction, service levels, and inventory levels
. Experienced working with a diverse supply base
. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple task simultaneously
. Exceptional organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
. Results oriented team player with a high level of integrity and
customer focus
. Strong analytical skills
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Procurement Manager
Omni Hotel at CNN Center, Atlanta, Georgia
2007 to present
. Fully responsible for the purchasing functions as outlined in the
Corporate Purchasing Manual.
. Responsible for working with Heads of Departments to set and maintain
logical par levels for all items. Constantly monitor product usage.
. Responsible for proper storage of all food, beverage and general
stores until issued on properly completed requisitions to the various
departments.
. Make certain all items go immediately into storage under the most
optimum conditions so as to avoid spoilage deterioration and
pilferage,
. Manage vendor relationships assist in building effective partnerships.
. Keep Heads of Departments informed on new products available which are
of general interest, advises of discontinued products and informs of
cost saving substitutions.
. Train all new staff and hold classes with the Procurement Team to
ensure proper protocol is consistent throughout the department.
. Assisted in company wide implementation of the Birchstreet Procurement
system.
Assistant Produce Manager
The Fresh Market, Suwanee, Georgia
2006-2007
. Participated in the daily ordering and receipt of produce, ensuring
proper quantity and quality of items ordered.
. Directed team members in schematics and layout of the department in
order to drive sales.
. Coached team members in proper receiving, company specifications,
storage and rotation of product.
Purchasing Manager
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Tucker, Georgia
2003-2006
. Directed all purchasing functions within the school, including food,
beverage, books, uniforms, and administrative supplies.
. Administrator of FoodTrak food and beverage inventory system, created
purchase order and shipping and receiving logs.
. Attended Le Cordon Bleu Purchasing Council meetings.
. Lowered food cost by 15 percent in 18 months.
Director of Purchasing
Ritz Carlton Lodge, Greensboro, Georgia
2001-2003
. Administered the purchasing, receiving, and storage policies for food,
beverage, non-consumables and guest packaging.
. Established vendor relationships and conducted the acquisition of all
operational supplies and equipment for the opening of the property.
. Developed the policies for the receiving, storing, and transporting of
guests' and group packages and meeting materials.
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Estimator/Press Operator
Sir Speedy Printing Center, Largo, Florida
. Responsible for determining the amount of paper and labor required for
each work order in order to calculate the final cost to the customer.
. Maintained paper, ink, and chemical inventory and replenished as
required.
. Operated various printing presses and finishing equipment according to
the customers' printing requirements.
Assistant Purchasing Manager
Innisbrook Resort, Tarpon Springs, Florida
. Responsible for purchasing and receiving activities including the
supervision of staff, proper receipt and storage of all incoming
products, and requisitions being filled in an accurate and timely
manner.
. Ordered product in accordance to events and activities taking place on
property.
. Assisted in implementing policy and procedural changes in order to
reduce food and beverage costs.
. Performed month end inventories.