Purchasing Specialist Inventory Control

John Reynolds

Dry Fork, VA

************@*****.*** 434-***-****

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/john-reynolds-purchasing

Professional Summary

Dedicated and data-driven Purchasing Specialist with over 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing, procurement, ERP systems, and supplier relations. Known for optimizing inventory flow, reducing costs, and solving inefficiencies with proactive process improvements. Strong communicator with a passion for data analysis, cross-functional teamwork, and continuous growth.

Core Competencies

• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

• ERP/MRP & Inventory Control Systems

• Supplier Negotiations & Relations

• Forecasting & Data Analysis

• Lean Manufacturing / 5S / ISO 9001

• Preventative Maintenance Planning

• Budget & Cost Control

• Excel, Microsoft Office, Tableau, Report Automation

• Team Leadership & Collaboration

Professional Experience

Purchasing Specialist

Armor Express – Eden, NC 2022 – Present

- Manage procurement of raw materials for body armor manufacturing, aligning purchases with demand forecasts and production needs.

- Reduced emergency orders and shipping costs through strategic volume-based planning.

- Developed sales-driven forecasting tools to enhance supplier preparedness and turnaround times.

- Act as liaison between production, warehouse, and suppliers to identify issues and implement corrective actions.

- Championed inventory process improvements despite internal resistance.

Maintenance Planner (Contract)

Litehouse Foods – Danville, VA 2021 – 2022

- Designed and deployed a preventive maintenance program using ERP and CMMS systems.

- Implemented asset tagging, PM task assignments, and scheduled service routines.

- Organized and optimized the parts room with reorder points and bin locations.

- Cut third-party service spend by bringing more control to internal parts inventory.

Senior Purchasing Specialist / ERP Admin / Supervisor

EBI, LLC – Danville, VA 2013 – 2020

- Progressed from warehouse associate to ERP Admin and Purchasing lead through innovation and performance.

- Sourced and procured foam, adhesives, wood, and hardware for high-volume production.

- Spearheaded development of custom adhesive, reducing costs by 50% and improving throughput by 30%.

- Improved MRP accuracy and reduced changeovers through collaborative efforts with suppliers and internal teams.

- Recognized for driving proactive process improvements and maintaining strong vendor relationships.

Utility Associate

Columbia Forest Products – Chatham, VA 2020 – 2022

- Cross-trained in multiple production roles.

- Mentored new employees and helped develop training materials for streamlined onboarding.

Bar Manager

Highlander Pub & Grill – Danville, VA 2012 – 2014

- Managed operations, staffing, and inventory control.

- Increased profitability through strategic planning and community engagement.

- Enforced quality standards to enhance customer experience and internal efficiency.

Education

High School Diploma

George Washington High School – Danville, VA 2006

- Graduated in Top 5% GPA: 4.2

- Governor’s School College Credit Percussion Captain

- Continuing education via NC State online programs

Additional Information

- ADHD enables high-level focus and data pattern recognition.

- Active family life, youth sports coaching, and community leadership.

- Logistics and materials manager for wife’s online art business.

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