GARY HORTON
** *. *** ***** ****. Sparks, NV ****1 Mobile: 775-***-**** Home:
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Dependable, hardworking, detail oriented, people person looking to diversify resume with full time employment where I can utilize proven management skills in a team environment to enhance company productivity. Well versed in management techniques as well as the ability to create a positive working environment for maximum accountability. Fast learner and open to new opportunities. EXPERIENCE
MARCH 2019 – MAY 2019
PURCHASING CLERK, L & A INTERNATIONAL TRADING LLC RENO, NV Responsible for procurement of goods and services Nationwide and ensuring shipment and delivery of and services.
• Purchase a wide array of electronic devices including but not limited to: Phones/ TVS/ Computers/ Security Systems/ Cameras and many other electronic devices.
• Ship purchased goods and/or services to the company and/or the individual(s) who made the purchase request with the company.
• Reconcile and approve all pertinent paperwork pertaining to the purchased item(s), service(s) on order and freight charges and submit to accounting for processing and billing to the respective/responsible parties.
• Reduced cost on multiple sources of parts, materials and supplies as well as on inbound and outbound freight.
MARCH 2018 – OCTOBER 2018
PURCHASING MANAGER, PANAVISE PRODUCTS RENO, NV
Responsible for all Purchasing aspects for the entire company including but not limited to materials and supplies.
• Resourced and established multiple suppliers for critical parts, materials and supplies to ensure a constant and available source for company needs.
• Outsourced all business applications across the company to obtain favorable pricing and service to meet all company and customers’ needs.
• Located and outsourced vendors & suppliers to help design and produce specialized parts and supplies.
• Reduced cost on multiple sources of parts, materials and supplies as well as on inbound and outbound freight.
• Direct management of Production Employees including hiring, disciplining, firing and other related duties.
• Utilized SagePlus software for ordering, receiving, inventory control, cost reduction and JIT manufacturing.
OCTOBER 2015 – OCTOBER 2017
PURCHASING MANAGER, MAXTON MANUFACTURING COMPANY MINDEN, NV Responsible for all Purchasing aspects for the entire company for over 1200 parts and hundreds of other items including but not limited to materials and supplies. Was within less than a year assigned as the manager over the Receiving, Inspection, Materials, Planning and Inventory Departments and the employees of the departments.
• Resourced and established multiple suppliers for critical parts, materials and supplies to ensure a constant and available source for company needs.
• Outsourced all business applications across the company to obtain favorable pricing and service to meet all company and customers’ needs.
• Brought back to the USA /Domestic markets from overseas on materials, parts and supplies on several levels.
• Located and outsourced vendors & suppliers to help design and produce specialized parts and supplies.
• Reduced cost on multiple sources of parts, materials and supplies as well as on inbound and outbound freight.
• Utilized MRP to streamline departmental operations to reduce and eliminate shortages and maintain inventory levels.
2006-JULY 2015
PURCHASING MANAGER/PROCUREMENT SUPERVISOR, SIERRA CHEMICAL SPARKS, NV
(Division of Carus Chemical)
Responsible for all purchasing in the production of 800-1,200 products over three locations in Nevada and California.
• Turned around poor credit rating as first assignment in the position; eliminated “COD-Only” deliveries, which freed up cash to meet overall financial obligations
• Searched for new vendors throughout the globe to establish a policy of 3-5 suppliers for each item(s) purchased, resulting in better pricing and alleviated the possibility of stock-outs.
• Initiated expanded business ties with foreign companies outside the U.S., especially in searching for hard- to-find raw materials and items
• Negotiated reduced freight and logistics charges, saving over $300,000 per year and improving profits by 19%.
• Worked with suppliers in eliminating required deposits and fuel surcharges, and initiated
“terms” with vendors, collectively translating into close to $1 Million in annual savings to the company.
• Credit product codes for every item, which enabled more accurate cost tracking. Maintained records on BAAN automated system.
• Chaired Safety Team, and was appointment Member of the Employee Council 1989-2006
SERVICE MANAGER, COCA COLA LOS ANGELES, CA & RENO, NV Responsible for installation and service of product vending machines over a 12,000 square mile area in California and Nevada. Managed a team of 24.
• Awarded as companies Number One Service Department in the U.S. seven years in a row; Number One, worldwide, three years in a row; and Number One Service Manager three years running
• Led the entire beverage service for six venues in the Winter Olympics held in Salt Lake City, UT in 2002.
REFERENCES
Allen Davis 775-***-**** FedEx Dispatch Supervisor Jerry Eykelbosh 775-***-**** Sales Manager Thatcher Chemical Kim Gardner 775-***-**** Executive Secretary