E-Commerce Business Development

Mark M. Haywood

PO Box **** • Decatur, Georgia **031 • 336-***-**** • ****@**********.***

Areas of Expertise

• Full-Service Supply & Equipment Management

• Logistics & Distribution Management

• Governmental & Corporate Procurement

• Contract Administration & Competitive Bidding (RFP/RFQ)

• Price & Contract Negotiations

• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Relations

• Training & Supervision of Teams

• Process Improvement & Lean Operations

• Budgeting & Cost Control

• E-Commerce & Business Development

• Compliance with Federal, State & Local Procurement Regulations

• Microsoft Office Suite • Oracle • CityWorks • SAP • Visual Basic

Career Synopsis

NOTTAGE, LLC – Stone Mountain, Georgia

Founder & Principal May 2008 – Present

Full-Service Supply, Equipment, and Logistics Company specializing in janitorial, industrial, construction, and municipal procurement solutions. Certified Minority and Small Business Enterprise serving government agencies, contractors, and private-sector clients.

• Founded and scaled Nottage, LLC into a trusted regional supplier with access to 38 product lines and 3,000+ suppliers.

• Developed business strategies to expand into government procurement, federal contracts, and e-commerce markets.

• Directed daily operations covering procurement, warehousing, inventory, and logistics.

• Negotiated supplier agreements and secured competitive pricing to increase margins and reduce client costs.

• Oversaw timely delivery and distribution of high-volume goods, including janitorial, industrial, and construction supplies.

• Managed competitive bidding processes, including RFQs and RFPs, in compliance with state and municipal regulations.

• Prepared bid packages, pricing submissions, and capability statements tailored for public-sector procurement.

• Supervised sewer cleaning and infrastructure projects throughout DeKalb County, including crew leadership, safety compliance, and equipment operation.

• Monitored budgets, tracked project performance, and ensured on-time completion of client deliverables.

• Hired, trained, and evaluated employees, including field crews, drivers, and logistics staff.

• Served as field safety coordinator; enforced OSHA and industry regulations.

• Expanded company logistics by managing scheduling, dispatching, and brokering for two drivers under the Nottage, LLC transportation division.

• Negotiated directly with brokers, shippers, and vendors to maintain competitive operations.

• Integrated sustainable products and green initiatives to align with client and regulatory requirements.

Independent Owner-Operator

May 2015 – 2016

• Launched trucking operations after leaving US Express, managing all aspects of independent logistics services.

• Scheduled and dispatched freight while overseeing full delivery cycles.

• Handled brokering responsibilities, negotiating rates and securing loads.

• Maintained compliance with DOT regulations and managed fuel, routing, and equipment maintenance.

• Built foundation in logistics management that later transitioned into expanded business operations.

US EXPRESS – Tunnel Hill, Georgia

Over-the-Road Truck Driver Oct 2014 – May 2015

Gained first-hand logistics experience at the ground level by operating long-haul trucking routes, learning compliance, fleet operations, and transportation management.

DEKALB COUNTY – Decatur, Georgia

Senior Buyer Apr 2005 – Oct 2014

Buyer Apr 2004 – Apr 2005

Purchasing Coordinator / Accountant Apr 2003 – Apr 2004

• Sourced, negotiated, and awarded contracts for high-dollar, high-volume commodities.

• Administered purchase orders, blanket agreements, and compliance reviews.

• Played a key role in department reorganization by covering Deputy CPO duties for 12 months.

• Trained staff in Oracle procurement systems during countywide system migration.

• Recognized for resolving payment disputes and contract errors, saving the county thousands annually.

Education & Certification

Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting) • North Carolina Central University

Certifications: OSHA, NASSCO, Confined Spaces, Utility Foreman License

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