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Kevin Sommers

**** *** ***** **, **********, KY 41005

Telephone: 859-***-****

Email: acrdz7@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Profile

A veteran in business management offering an eventful career of over 22 years in strategic planning, material management, procurement and acquisitions, budget, financing, logistics and supply chain management. An effective planner and a hard negotiator skilled in driving innovative cost reduction techniques to generate substantial economy in procurement costs as well as conclude rate contracts on the most competitive terms. Leverages valuable insights and keen analysis to drive organizational improvements through effective management – addressing operational issues, resolving performance bottlenecks, integrating teams and implementing process modifications. A strategic thinker capable of delineating objectives of the organization and driving all available resources judiciously to realize these goals in a cost effective way. Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build fruitful relationships at all levels and thrives in highly pressurized and challenging working environments. Career Summary

2013 - 2015 AFGS (Afghan Fleet General Services), KABUL, AFGHANISTAN Operations Manager/Transportation Manager/ Procurement Manager Managing the daily operations of AFGS compound in Kabul, Afghanistan while planning and conceptualizing various strategies aimed towards the growth in business volumes and profitability Providing strategic direction, identifying development opportunities, risks and threats while planning models for effective leadership to the team and work towards improving quality and productivity Monitoring and approving the procurement of materials to maintain smooth functional flow of the business on a daily basis

Developing reports pertaining to purchasing and procurement transactions as well as for work orders that have been submitted and completed

Executing cost saving techniques and modifications to achieve substantial reduction in expenditures Assessing training needs and developing training programs on negotiating skills in procurement Keeping informed of current developments in the field of purchasing, prices, and market conditions Achievements

Successfully managed the start up of Cummins Afghanistan Distributor Recently negotiated a new fuel contract that will save the company 20% of what was previously paid Took sole ownership to monitor the procedures of SPV contract for the movement of food for military installations in Afghanistan

2012 - 2013 A-TEMP (Afghanistan Technical Equipment Maintenance Program)/ AISS

(Afghan Integrated Support Services), KABUL, AFGHANISTAN Material Management Specialist

Spearheaded all functions to manage the overall operations of 50,000 square foot auto parts warehouse while monitoring and maintaining inventory on a daily basis Administered any issues between the warehouse and the supplier, resolved disputes and negotiated discrepancy charges with vendors

Monitored inventory control to evaluate stock issues and avoid any shortages, overages, out of stock, storage while disposing of un-saleable products

Prepared a weekly report for amount of inventory received and shipped and kept updated records for easy retrieval when required

Achievements

Efficiently managed a staff of 80 local nationals and 8 third-country nationals Completed and verified monthly 10% inventory with at least a 95% accuracy rate as well as yearly 100% inventory with at least a 95% accuracy rate for the U.S. government Earned recognition for handling inventory to the highest standards and attained the percentages always at or above U.S. government standards

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Career Summary cont.

1998 - 2012 KERRY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP, FLORENCE, KY

2009 - 2012 Used Car Director

Managed the daily operations of finance, procurement, purchasing, contracts management, and data systems management for the department

Verified budgets and financial performance while monitoring internal procedures and controls at the department level; developed reports pertaining to purchasing and procurement transactions Developed monthly strategies to enhance financial performance as well as pricing strategies for new contract opportunities

Authorized contracts in compliance with contract terms and resolved problems; captured all cost and negotiated costs fair for both the company and the contractor and issued accurate invoices to customers Managed service department on repairs and preparation of vehicles Streamlined operations and devised systems to support corporate and divisional strategic planning efforts through forecasting and operation/capital budget development activities Established and maintained positive relationships with clients to ensure profitability, negotiations and win/win strategic business transactions

Managed a staff of 30 people; implemented process modifications for optimizing resource utilization and adapted automated systems to enhance operational efficiency 2002 - 2009 General Sales Manager

Managed daily operations for diverse functions that included financing, procurement, purchasing, shipping, receiving, contracting, negotiations, database management, and maintenance Played a key role in determining market potential and identifying key operational parameters that need to be addressed in order to increase market share

Worked with all facets of the business to track problems in the flow and enacted procedures for process improvement; research, reconcile, review, validate, verifying budgets, billings, and purchase orders Prepared monthly/quarterly statements and developed reports pertaining to inventory and financial performance; mentored and monitored performance of various employees Reviewed existing systems and designed internal controls for various operational areas; worked as part of team to develop strategies for enhancing financial performance Oversaw multi state procurement of goods & shipping and coordinated with a wide range of customers Achievement

Successfully tracked one of a kind and reoccurring programs from inception to close out which included operational improvements versus targets, cost-savings initiatives, and working capital optimization 1998 - 2002 Finance Director / Manager

Oversaw the performance of 5 finance managers to include scheduling hours and ensured that all activities performed is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations Reviewed and approved all finance contracts; also negotiated contracts to closure or settlement Acted as a key interface between customers and sources of funding to provide financing of goods and services; worked with financial institutions to secure capital and negotiate rates 1990 - 1996 973d MEDICAL DETACHMENT, FRANKFORT, KY Army National Guard

Education and Qualifications

71G, Patient Administration, Ft. Sam Houston (1991) Diploma, Walton Verona High School (1990)

Key Skills

I.T.: Windows XP/98/95/03, NT, MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), MAC OS, Hard Drives, Printers, and Scanners

Languages: English (fluent)

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