Procurement/Supply Chain Manager
Resume:
Joshua Knowles
Houston, Texas
**************@*****.***
EDUCATION
The University of Mississippi (Graduated May 2011)
Bachelors Business Administration – Marketing, Business Management
MANAGEMENT, LEADERSHIP, COMMUNICATION, ACHIEVEMENTS
Expert in procurement activities (bidding, estimating, budgeting, scheduling, contracting, etc.)
Communicate proactively with others in problem solving, conflict resolution and risk management
Skilled at comprehending new concepts quickly, working well under pressure, innovation and adaptation
Experienced in communicating effectively in predominantly Spanish-only speaking environments
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Prophet 21, various ERP applications, Chase, Autocrib, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Word, e-STELPLAN, nesting programs, SAP and Citrix
WORK EXPERIENCE
Aqua Drill International- Dickinson, TX (August 2018- Present)
Procurement Manager
oManage all supply chain activities including inventory management, budgeting, forecasting bidding and procurement for an international oil and gas service company.
oImproved company practices by developing supply chain structure for the company.
oResponsible for interfacing with international suppliers and affiliates to ensure timely delivery of critical products to ensure client deadlines are met and expectations exceeded.
oWork closely with engineers to help procure products that are needed to develop and build custom machinery.
DXP Enterprises – Houston, TX (July 2014 – August 2018)
Operations Manager
oManage and support staff at multiple manufacturing facilities to ensure that all operations are properly executed and resolutions are provided for any arising conflicts or issues in order to maintain efficiency as well as satisfy the expectations and requests for each individual client.
oImprove organizational productivity and efficiency by ensuring that all procurement services are performed with accuracy and quality as well as staying within budget and on schedule.
oOrganize recruitment, selection and placement of required staff to meet client needs.
oCreating and presenting financial reports to upper management and recommending operational improvements as well as suggesting options for value engineering.
Supply Chain Manager
oResponsible for managing procurement activities within several clients’ manufacturing facilities.
oLocated inventory using a network of connections to obtain the best price, quality and quickest delivery for the client while providing superior customer service.
oManaged inventory levels, created purchase orders, developed inventory cost forecasts, generated and submitted daily reports for management.
Triple-S Steel – Houston, TX (2012- July 2014)
Wholesale and Retail Account Sales Representative
oResponsible for obtaining, managing, and cultivating wholesale sales accounts in excess of $10,000,000 annually. Marketed steel products across various industries including construction, manufacturing and oil and gas.
oProvided customer service to minimize material loss based upon takeoffs and nesting.
oRecognized for top performance and work ethic by executive management through fast-track promotion and acknowledged companywide for outstanding customer service.
oExecuted sales transactions and provided direct customer service within Triple-S Steel retail environment.
Enterprise Holdings – Houston, TX (2011- 2012)
Utilized Enterprise marketing and sales strategies to meet and exceed customers’ travel needs. Managed corporate accounts and executed corporate policies for managing an Enterprise branch office.
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