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Clay Kirschner

New Bern,NC

Summary

Proven leader in supply chain management and procurement with a track record of enhancing warehouse operations and procurement operations. Skilled in inventory control and team leadership, demonstrated through proactive problem-solving and fostering vendor relationships. Achieved significant improvements in service delivery and inventory accuracy, leveraging both analytical and interpersonal skills to drive results.

Offering strong analytical skills and keen interest in supply chain management and manufacturing, eager to learn and develop in this environment. Brings understanding of inventory control and procurement processes, with focus on improving efficiency. Ready to use and develop problem-solving and organizational skills in a procurement role.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tool Crib Inventory Control and Procurement

BSH Home Appliances Group
03.2025 - Current
  • Managed and modified open and past due purchase orders to maintain relationships with vendors and to ensure maintenance and production ran efficiently.
  • Worked closely with outside vendors on material pricing, price changes, and effective lead times.
  • Kept accurate and detailed records daily of incoming and outgoing materials
  • Catalogued all stock materials and organized by part numbers and locations.
  • Streamlined procurement processes, ensuring materials were sourced efficiently and cost effectively.
  • Developed comprehensive reports on software usage trends, helping inform future procurement decisions.
  • Supported company growth by ensuring timely procurement of essential materials and resources.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records for hardware components, streamlining the procurement process.
  • Provided accurate and up-to-date records of to enhance procurement procedures.

Supply Chain Operations/Procurement/Logistics

Nutrien
09.2017 - 02.2025
  • Improved warehouse operations by identifying and addressing problems impacting service delivery.
  • Worked proactively with sales representatives and warehouse operations to understand customer needs.
  • Provided backup support for areas such as deliveries and warehouse operations.
  • Conducted cycle counts and adjusted inventory
  • Unloaded incoming materials
  • Loaded trucks for outbound shipments
  • Entered data and reconciled vendor accounts and invoices
  • Worked directly with the Procurement and Accounts Payable departments
  • Packaged, processed, and scheduled all outbound shipments
  • Coordinated logistics for deliveries

Buyer Specialist

The Jewelry Company/McNeill Jewelers
05.2009 - 09.2017
  • Dealt directly with vendors and sellers in the purchasing process
  • Negotiated pricing and Contracts
  • Prepared periodic purchasing and supply reports, verifying supply and establishing professional connections with vendor representatives.
  • Shipping and Receiving of merchandise
  • Maintained appropriate inventory levels based on management direction and customer demands
  • Assisted in all marketing strategies and campaigns

Assistant Manager

Walgreens
01.2006 - 05.2009
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.

Education

Business Administration And Management

Pitt Community College
Winterville, NC

Performing Arts

Campbell University
Buies Creek, NC

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Oracle database management
  • Experience with SAP systems

Certification

  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • Class B Commercial Driver's License
  • Hazardous Material Shipping Certified

Affiliations

  • Master Mason - St. John's Lodge #3
  • New Bern Shrine Club - Treasurer
  • Sudan Shrine Patrol - Past Captain

Timeline

Tool Crib Inventory Control and Procurement

BSH Home Appliances Group
03.2025 - Current

Supply Chain Operations/Procurement/Logistics

Nutrien
09.2017 - 02.2025

Buyer Specialist

The Jewelry Company/McNeill Jewelers
05.2009 - 09.2017

Assistant Manager

Walgreens
01.2006 - 05.2009

Business Administration And Management

Pitt Community College

Performing Arts

Campbell University

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