David McElligott
Billerica
Summary
Accomplished Inventory Manager with 20+ years of procurement and inventory planning experience. Specializing in print buying with a proven track record of cost reductions, supplier relationship management, seamless integration of acquisitions and problem-solving.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Manager
EPS Learning
02.2023 - 09.2024
- Planned and executed the manufacturing of all print material for inventory including books, labels, corrugated and marketing collateral.
- Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
- Maintained sufficient inventory levels to meet customer demands at all times.
- Negotiated contracts with printers and paper supplier.
Inventory Manager
School Specialty
04.2003 - 02.2023
- Sourced and procured over 8,000 sku's including print, corrugated and various other commodities.
- Maintained sufficient inventory levels to meet customer demands at all times.
- Evaluated potential suppliers based on quality standards, lead times, pricing structures, and capacity capabilities to select best-fit partners for company needs.
- Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arlington Catholic High School
Arlington, MASkills
- Procurement processes
- Supplier negotiation
- Vendor relationship management
- Cost reduction strategies
- Acquisition integration
- Purchase order management
- Problem-solving
- NetSuite, Oracle, A/S 400
Timeline
Inventory Manager
EPS Learning
02.2023 - 09.2024
Inventory Manager
School Specialty
04.2003 - 02.2023
High School Diploma -
Arlington Catholic High School
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