PESACHYA (SAM) KLINKOWITZ
PURCHASING OPERATIONS
Cincinnati, OH 516-***-**** *************@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/SamKlinkowitz PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Hardworking, passionate, and energetic professional with over ten years of experience in purchasing, operations, and warehouse and retail management. Proven track record of successful vendor relations, project oversight, and developing and implementing best practices. Outstanding attention to detail and rapport building contributing to the success of company operations. EDUCATION SKILLS PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
HIGHLIGHT OF QUALIFICATIONS
PURCHASING
Sourced and purchased over $3,000,000 of components for manufacturing
Served as main point of contact for overseas factories
Negotiated all aspects of vendor pricing, terms, and shipping
Analyzed data, performed cost analysis, and reviewed vendor invoices
Provided support for factories regarding defects and shortages
Obtained new vendor relationships and identified new product lines
Directed the purchasing for a large online discount restaurant supplier
Implemented cost effective drop-shipment strategies to save on shipping costs and time OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT
Supervised staff of up to eight employees and day-to-day operations
Oversaw daily warehouse shipping dealing with over $10,000 of merchandise
Collaborated with managers and to develop strategic plans for business growth
Maintained budgets and optimized expenses
Managed inventory of products for sale and processed returns
Ensured the completion of tasks related to shipping and receiving of products CLIENT AND CUSTOMER RELATIONS
Established positive relationships with customers through excellent customer service
Guaranteed client satisfaction through consistent follow-up and any necessary problem solving
Communicated with stakeholders frequently regarding company updates and decisions
Researched prospects and made sales calls to develop customer base EXPERIENCE
Manager of Special Projects Director of Operations YS Marketing Inc Springboro, OH 2018–2020 Senior Buyer Sinbon USA Tip City, OH 2016–2018 Warehouse Manager YaySave.com Dayton, OH 2014–2015 Regional Business Development Manager MedAssure Services Cincinnati, OH 2013–2014 Purchasing Manager Lionsdeal.com Cedarhurst, NY 2012–2013 Store Manager The Paper Place Cedarhurst, NY 2007–2012 B.A., BACHELOR OF ARTS
TOURO COLLEGE
BROOKLYN, NY
MAJOR: PSYCHOLOGY
MINOR: BUSINESS
PURCHASING
OPERATIONS
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
BUDGETING
COST ANALYSIS
COMMUNICATION
SOLUTIONS-FOCUSED
NEGOTIATION
DETAIL-ORIENTED
SELF-STARTER