Ryder Perkins
Charlotte
Summary
With a robust background at Ferguson Enterprises LLC, I excel in supplier relationship management and product positioning, driving category growth and supply chain optimization. My strategic approach has significantly increased sales, leveraging team development skills to foster cross-functional collaboration and achieve notable category expansion with impactful merchandising strategies. Responsible for leading the Carolina's HVAC group to be the top performer in the commodity category for 12+ years.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Product Category Manager
Ferguson Enterprises LLC
10.2013 - 01.2025
- Developed detailed sales forecasts based on historical data, allowing for proactive inventory management decisions.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of products, ensuring optimal mix between high-margin items and cost-effective options for customers.
- Monitored industry trends to identify new business opportunities and emerging product categories for expansion.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop promotional campaigns that effectively increased category awareness and sales growth.
- Enhanced supplier relationships through regular communication and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Led cross-functional project teams in the launch of new product lines, resulting in successful category expansion efforts.
- Researched, prepared for and led supplier negotiation process for managed category.
- Increased overall category sales by developing and executing strategic merchandising plans.
- Established strong rapport with suppliers, leading to favorable contract terms and better access to exclusive products or promotions.
Product Category Manager
Ferguson Enterprises LLC
06.2009 - 10.2013
Branch Manager
Ferguson Enterprises LLC
09.2005 - 06.2009
Territory Manager
Ferguson Enterprises LLC
09.1999 - 09.2005
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Managerial Economics
Hampden-Sydney College
Hampden Sydney, VA05-1989
Skills
- Team development
- Category development
- Supplier relationship management
- Data analysis
- Category growth
- Category planning
- Supply chain optimization
- Strategic sourcing
- Pricing strategy
- Vendor relations
- Product management
- Commodity strategies
First recipient of the Ferguson TOTAL award
Taking Our Team to Another Level.
Timeline
Senior Product Category Manager
Ferguson Enterprises LLC
10.2013 - 01.2025
Product Category Manager
Ferguson Enterprises LLC
06.2009 - 10.2013
Branch Manager
Ferguson Enterprises LLC
09.2005 - 06.2009
Territory Manager
Ferguson Enterprises LLC
09.1999 - 09.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Managerial Economics
Hampden-Sydney College
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