Logistics and Purchasing Manager with 15+ Years Experience

Mr. Ronnie E.

Clifton

+1-352-***-****

*******.*******@*****.***

www.linkedin.com/in/ronnie-clifton-

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PERSONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished Purchasing and Logistics Manager with over 15 years of experience in procurement and logistics. Proven skills in supplier evaluation, cost reduction, and process optimization, alongside a Bachelor's Degree in Business Science. Successfully achieved an 18% reduction in shipping errors and enhanced logistics efficiency by 16% in prior roles. Dedicated to fostering supplier relationships and utilizing strategic scheduling to enhance inventory accuracy. WORK EXPERIENCE

Wayfair Inc. Furniture Repair Warehouse Assistant June 2024 - Now

• Increased logistics efficiency by organizing 300 annual furniture deliveries

• Oversaw warehouse operations, including receiving and storage

• Scheduled deliveries and pickups, ensuring service accuracy

• Enhanced warehouse coding system for better inventory tracking

• Assisted in pricing and quality checking of furniture items Frontier Waste Solutions School Bus Driver

September 2023 - May 2024

• Transported 46 children daily with emphasis on safety and punctuality

• Verified ride permissions ensuring children’s safety

• Inspected the bus before and after routes to ensure safety

• Adapted routes to meet traffic and weather conditions

• Maintained accurate records of routes and passenger counts AVTX Wholesale Logistics Manager

January 2022 - October 2023

• Diminished shipping errors by 18 through strategic scheduling with suppliers

• Uphold inventory certifications and adhere to company safety standards

• Oversaw the hiring and optimal utilization of warehouse personnel

• Devised and instituted processes to enhance internal and external quality while reducing costs

• Certified inventory for accuracy and ensured timely disposition of materials

• Managed the security and accountability of all warehouse materials, conducting annual inventory assessments and analyzing surplus or obsolete items

• Established operational procedures and training materials, complemented by analytical reports to evaluate productivity

• Documented customer-related challenges and formulated strategic solutions Department of Veterans Affairs Purchasing Agent

January 2020 - January 2022

• Evaluated suppliers based on price, quality, and availability criteria

• Engaged with vendors through interviews and product assessments

• Verified purchases against master lists, recommending alternatives for costly items

• Coordinated delivery schedules and resolved shipping discrepancies

• Maintained meticulous records using data management systems Department of Veterans Affairs Logistics Manager January 2019 - January 2020

• Diminished shipping errors by 18% through strategic scheduling with suppliers

• Ensured inventory certifications and adherence to company safety standards

• Oversaw hiring and optimal utilization of warehouse personnel

• Devised processes to enhance quality while reducing costs

• Certified inventory for accuracy and ensured timely disposition of materials Alachua County Schools Transportation Department School Bus Driver January 2016 - January 2018

• Transported 46 children daily with a focus on safety, punctuality, and seamless school-to-home transitions

• Ensured child safety by verifying permissions for rides with friends

• Executed inspections of the bus before and after each route to ensure operational safety and compliance

Haven Hospice Attic Logistics Specialist

January 2014 - January 2016

• Implemented logistics strategies to optimize shipping and delivery processes

• Coordinated with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods

• Analyzed logistical data to improve cost efficiency and delivery accuracy

• Streamlined warehouse operations to enhance inventory management

• Fostered cross-functional collaboration to achieve logistics targets EDUCATION

University of Phoenix Business Science / Supply Chain Management January 2018 - Now

Army Institute for Professional Development

- Now

SKILLS

• Inventory Control Systems

• Analytical

• Business Process Improvement

• Communication

• Conflict Resolution

• Cost Reduction

• Creativity

• Leadership

• Logistical Management

• SAP

• QuickBooks

• Career Management Systems

• Microsoft Office

• Tableau

• I-many Contract Management

• Accounts receivable software

• Odoo Logistic Systems

• Ariba Spend Management Suite

(Technology Skill)

• ILMS Logistics Management Suite

• ULLS-G Military Logistics Suite

CERTIFICATIONS

Class B Driver's License w/Passenger Endorsement

Stevedore Certification

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management

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