Brian Ruben Thiessen WIebe
Seminole, TX
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with a robust background in supply chain management and operations, honed at Ptek Windows. Expert in cost reduction strategies and supplier relations, achieving significant savings. Demonstrates exceptional professional communication skills and bilingual fluency in English and Spanish. Proven track record of enhancing productivity and efficiency across diverse environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Hand
Zachery Stone
Memphis
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on farm structures, such as fences and barns.
- Engaged in land clearing and field preparation activities for new planting seasons.
- Operated irrigation systems to provide adequate water supply for plants.
- Assisted in the preparation of soil for planting by tilling and plowing fields.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
- Harvested crops manually and with machinery, minimizing loss and damage.
Purchasing Manager
Ptek Windows
Cuauhtemoc
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Implemented policies and procedures for effective management of the purchasing process.
- Identified systematic problems and root causes to resolve issues and improve service delivery.
- Selected and negotiated contracts with supply vendors to obtain top-notch pricing on materials and items.
- Located and vetted vendors, established good relationships and negotiated contracts.
- Developed and maintained an up-to-date database of suppliers, products, and prices.
- Coordinated with logistics to ensure timely delivery of purchased items.
- Conducted market research to identify potential new suppliers and products.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Prepared and presented reports on purchasing activities and cost analysis for upper management.
- Prepared periodic reports on purchasing activities, budget expenditures, inventory levels and supply shortages.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure compliance with agreed-upon terms and conditions.
- Coordinated importation of items via ocean and air.
- Analyzed market trends to determine appropriate purchasing strategies.
Warehouse Manager
United Farms of Oasis
Ojinaga
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted periodic audits of the warehouse environment to identify any potential hazards or risks.
- Utilized inventory management software to track stock levels and maintain accurate records.
- Processed requests and supply orders and pulled materials to successfully prepare orders.
- Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing personnel tasks.
- Planned and implemented efficient warehousing systems for incoming and outgoing goods.
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
- Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
- Identified opportunities to reduce cost and improve productivity.
Sales Agent
K & E Industrial Solutions
Cuauhtemoc
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Greeted and assisted customers to foster positive experiences.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of products to customers.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
- Answered customer questions and responded quickly to problems and complaints in person, on phone and by email.
- Drove sales of company products and services by meeting with customers using strategic and organized approach.
- Continuously met sales goals via strategic prospecting.
- Negotiated deals and handled complaints or objections.
- Identified customer needs by asking questions and advising on best solutions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ceneval
MexicoSkills
- Cost controls
- Cost reduction strategies
- Supplier relations
- Financial administration
- Inventory coordination
- Contract negotiation
- Operations management
- Vendor relationship management
- Supply chain management
- Supplier negotiation
- Professional communication skills
- Purchase order management
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish
- Safe equipment use
- Field work
- Livestock care
- Crop planting and fertilization
- Organic farming
- Safety management
- Forklift operation
- Advanced Excel
- Intuit quickbooks proficiency
Timeline
Farm Hand
Zachery Stone
08.2023 - 06.2024
Purchasing Manager
Ptek Windows
01.2022 - 07.2023
Warehouse Manager
United Farms of Oasis
04.2021 - 12.2021
Sales Agent
K & E Industrial Solutions
04.2020 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Ceneval
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