Aaron Hinerman
Dedicated purchasing professional specializing in sales, logistics coordination,
vendor relations, estimating and inventory management. Organized and proactivate with reliable project management, communication and planning abilities. Seeking a position with advancement potential that offers the opportunity to utilize my experience to the benefit of my employer. EXPERIENCE
Clayton Glass, Phoenix, AZ—Purchasing Agent
August 2016 - November 2020
● Negotiated and finalized contracts with clientele as well as vendors
● Procured materials for special projects
● Contacted location managers and department supervisors to assess requirements
● Developed and maintained productive relationships with vendors and key account holders
● Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans
● Created purchase orders and followed up on deliveries and distribution to personnel
● Adjusted procedures as needed to maximize department effectiveness
● Solved diverse supply chain problems in timely manner
● Drove sales growth in production construction while assisting with retail purchasing
● Established clear lines of communication between business and clients
● Reviewed and negotiated key contracts
● Maintained stock levels
14780 W. VanBuren St.,
Apt 2042
Goodyear, AZ 85338
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SKILLS
Vendor Sourcing
Strategic planning
Trend analysis
Project management
Inventory
management
Professional
demeanor
Contract negotiation
Excellent
verbal/written
communication
Sales expertise
Customer and Vendor
relations
Time management
Personable and
outgoing
Punctual
Conflict resolution
customer -service
oriented
Deadline driven
Critical thinking
Business
correspondence
Quality assurance
Attention to detail
Arizona Shower Door Co, Phoenix, AZ— Installation
Manager
January 2011 - August 2016
● Managed team of 5-8 personnel, focused on providing expert sales and installation services to retail, remodeling, and new construction customers
● Maintained documentation for areas such as orders, activities, schedules, and employee performance
● Operated precision measuring instruments
● Frequently diagnosed installation problems and determined how to correct them
● Instructed team members on compliance, maintenance, sales, and installations policies and procedures.
● Maintained shop, company equipment, and employee resources
● Followed up on all outstanding service requests
Cadillac Tile, Phoenix, AZ— Project Associate
November 2009 - January 2011
● Installation and modification of cabinets, tile flooring, tile and stone shower installations, plumbing, minor electrical, minor drywall, mirror modifications, bath accessories, and custom shower enclosures
● Assisted with sales, design, consultation, and templates of custom retail projects
● Monitored timelines and flagged potential issues to be addressed
● Reviewed sales, customer concerns, and new opportunities to drive business strategy at daily meetings
● Assisted in quality assurance efforts to maximize desired results and minimize adverse effects
● Assessed vendor products and maintained positive vendor relations
● Partnered successfully with vendors and subcontractors to produce customer satisfaction
● Created new revenue streams through development of custom product designs
Higginbotham Glass Corporation, Cave Creek, AZ—
Operations Manager
June 1996 - December 2009
● Established and maintained vendor partnerships
● Established operational objectives and work plans as well as delegated assignments to subordinates while leading by example on all projects
● Completed performance reviews each year, offering praise and recommendations for improvement
● Assisted with sales, design, consultation, and templates of custom retail projects
● Monitored timelines and flagged potential issues to be addressed
● Reviewed sales, customer concerns, and new opportunities to drive business strategy at daily meetings
● Assisted in quality assurance efforts to maximize desired results and minimize adverse effects
● Assessed vendor products and maintained positive vendor relations
● Partnered successfully with vendors and subcontractors to produce customer satisfaction
● Created new revenue streams through development of custom product designs
● Developed and rolled out new policies
● Hired and trained staff
● Designed and developed new custom products and installations per customer requests
● maintained inventory levels, including building materials and supplies necessary for project completion
● charged with inside outside sales
● Managed, maintained, and updated showroom design and appearance in accordance with market trends
● Monitored and insured maintenance and repair of fleet vehicles EDUCATION
Washington High School, Phoenix, AZ— Diploma
Graduated 1995
College preparation education