Notre Dame Purchasing Manager

DOUGLAS CASTRO

**** ***** ***** ***** **, Linden TN 37096·931-***-****

Kasizdad@aol.com1270938Linkedin: doug-castro-70ba377b Searching for the opportunity to not only further my knowledge, career and abilities, but add my strengths and experience to a growing team. I want to put myself in a position of unlimited potential with a growing company that I can help make more robust while increasing its stability and plausibility. EXPERIENCE

NOVEMBER 2010 – CURRENT

PURCHASING MANAGER, OLIVER FIBERGLASS PRODUCTS

Responsible for managing the purchasing processes for all raw materials, equipment, and sub assembly goods (B.O.M. and M.R.O.)

Conceived, developed, and implemented company policies and procedures related to purchasing processes.

Developed, initiated, negotiated, and implemented cost savings programs in excess of $2MM.

Developed, negotiated, and worked closely to streamline ordering processes and improve lead times for both domestic and international suppliers.

Developed and implemented significant improvements to receiving processes of incoming materials to improve timeliness and accuracy of inventory data.

Managed and trained individuals involved in the purchasing processes

Developed analytical tools to analyzed inventory to improve accuracy, quantities present, and forecasting utilizing ERP system reports, spreadsheets, charts, and power point presentations. JULY 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009

ASST. STORE MANAGER, TRACTOR SUPPLY COMPANY

Responsible for drawer countdowns, change setups and nightly deposits. Ran inventory and usage reports, analyzing that information to place weekly store orders. Responsible for product updates, changeovers and seasonal displays. Certified forklift operator, propane dispenser and store security system managing. Supervised cleanliness and sanitation audits for entire store daily. Developed and worked with individual employees to implement weekly labor schedule. Facilitated all communications between corporate office and store regarding requested inventory, special orders and slow/obsolete movers.

EDUCATION

JULY1993

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL, RIVERSIDE CA. Graduated with a 3.82 GPA from a college preparation, private, Catholic high school where I lettered in Football, Baseball, Basketball and Track.

SEPTEMBER 1993

BASIC TRAINING, UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, SAN ANTONIO TX. 2

Successfully completed boot camp and graduated with my class where I served as a flight leader and Church Guide. Received the marksmanship ribbon and designation. In November of 1995 I was decorated with the Humanitarian Service Medal for my volunteered efforts at the Oklahoma City bombing. I served 11 temporary duty assignments abroad and numerous air shows stateside. I served as Flag bearer for our Base Color Guard and Funeral Detail. SKILLS

Proficient with Excel and Word

Competent with Chart creation and Power Point

presentations

Excels at cost savings initiatives

Offered an average of $120,000.00 annually in

cost savings over the last six years

Experienced at document creation

Proficient at process improvement creation

Inventory analysis through ERP reporting

Establishing initial Vendor service ability

Creating and Nurturing Vendor

relationships

Analyzing raw material costing to identify

cost savings and or reductions

Certified at Lean Manufacturing Overviews

and Value Stream Mapping

ACTIVITIES

I am an avid outdoorsman, I love to hunt and fish, including competitive bass tournaments. I take part in conservation efforts with such things as the NWTF membership, stream cleanups through local clubs as well as working with the TWRA to add to local habitat for both fish and wildlife. I enjoy cooking, everything from smoking and barbequing to baking. My teenage daughters are my true passion and drive in life. Thank you for the opportunity.

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