Kristopher Scott
Stock Controller And Logistics Lead
Kettering
Summary
Resourceful purchaser and seller that efficiently negotiates with suppliers to process and create purchase orders to meet supply and demand. Collaborates with buyers, colleagues and superiors to address evolving marketplace needs. Functions under minimal supervision but also excels in team environments to attain sales goals and fulfill customer requests.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Stock Controller and Logistics Lead
Travis Perkins
Kettering
04.2018 - Current
- Determined and performed appropriate adjustments of stock levels.
- Performed stock control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Built relationships with suppliers to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
- Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
- Maintained current understanding of pricing structures, market conditions and trends in industry.
- Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
- Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through research and growing my list of contacts within the building sector.
- Maintained effective and lasting supplier relationships through excellent communication, collaboration and listening to the needs and requirements of those around me.
- Oversaw inventory control supply reports.
- Tracked purchase orders and followed up with suppliers and third party carriers to support timely deliveries.
- Negotiated with suppliers on freight costs and surcharges given the current oil prices.
- Carefully read and interpreted requisition orders to understand specialist items and requirements.
Store Manager
The Works
Kettering
05.2016 - 04.2018
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Developed and implemented successful staff incentive programs to motivate employees.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Stock Controller
Dunelm
Ketteirng
02.2013 - 04.2016
- Determined and performed appropriate adjustments of stock levels.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Evaluated incoming deliveries for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Maintained stockroom records and generated reports for management.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing the Health and Safety guidelines within the company.
- Supervised and trained new staff in performing tasks such as stock ordering and making use of the tools given to us.
- Updated pricing by changing labels and signage for short-term promotions and final clearances.
- Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
Education
No Degree -
Wollaston School
Wollaston 04.2001 -
Skills
Pricing structures
Budgeting
Contract Negotiation
Supply chain planning
Supplier relationships
Effective communication
Purchase order creation
Problem-Solving
Flexible and Adaptable
Timeline
Stock Controller and Logistics Lead
Travis Perkins
04.2018 - Current
Store Manager
The Works
05.2016 - 04.2018
Stock Controller
Dunelm
02.2013 - 04.2016
No Degree -
Wollaston School
04.2001 -