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Jonathan
Jonathan.DeVirgilis@gmail.com
267-340-9956
Philadelphia, PA 19255
Senior Buyer
12 years experience
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Experience
Senior Buyer
Professional/Consulting Services
Nov 2018 - Jun 2020
Philadelphia, PA
| Hana Group NA Senior Buyer
Fully manage JIT inventory system to ensure adequate stock levels but mitigate risks against prolonged carrying costs
Manage all assigned sku planning input to maintain accurate data and suggested replenishment output
Maintain product catalog to reflect current product specifications and manage input from other buyers
Continually assess MOQ requirements, ordering frequencies for reduction of freight, warehouse space and inventory turns to offer the most appropriate solution per vendor and capitalize on each situation
Aim to reduce freight costs and reduce carbon footprint by combo loading LTLs and optimize cubing
Manage assigned supplier partnerships to maintain net positive relationships in order yield desired costs, quality and service
Negotiate pricing of produce contracts, kitchen equipment, dry, frozen and refrigerated goods
Drive all inventory issue related situations from manufacturers, 3PLs, and transportation to a resolution by determining root cause and implementing preventative measures to avoid reoccurrence
Responsible for sourcing of ingredients with existing vendors as requested according to our ingredient and sustainability standards as well as represent Genji Sushi at various food shows and conferences
Execute sourcing best practices such as bidding with multiple suppliers for cost comparison, vetting out tiered pricing opportunities and re-sourcing of existing products for improved COGS
Manage produce vendor pricing regionally and foster competition to improve store costs
Maintain avocado market knowledge and report trends to operations
Report national avocado cost trends to operations and executive team
Manage the timely collection of all vendor documentation to maintain records in accordance to our company food safety, sustainability and social responsibility standards for maintenance with existing suppliers as well as the onboarding of new suppliers
Procure and approve new store equipment for openings Key Accomplishments:
Institute and negotiate national produce contract and rollout with Produce Alliance to save estimated one million dollars on produce over previous year
Rerouted logistics to localized distributors for successful cost savings of 25k per item
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E-Commerce Fulfillment Manager
Dec 2015 - Nov 2018
Philadelphia, PA
Manage and train fulfillment team's daily builds and shipping expectations
Use market analysis and supplier negotiations to secure the most cost effective and best solutions for gift baskets
Collaborate with operations, sales, marketing, and purchasing to effectively and efficiently organize production and shipping schedules
Help strategize logistics solutions for fragile and highly perishable goods
Monitor and maintain inventory levels through Big Commerce online platform
Proposed and ushered in transition into mode optimized shipping solutions to drastically reduce shipping costs
Effectively promote Di Bruno's brand through building new and exciting gift options for online customers
Communicate effectively with outside vendors and internal departments
Perform QA audits and checks within gift building as well as daily quality checks within E-Commerce inventory
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Invoice daily sales through use of Entrée warehouse management system
Investigate and solve customer related issues and requests
Execute fulfillment of corporate gifting and monthly subscription programs
Implement LEAN strategies to increase production and fulfillment during peak times
Help propose and develop new and exciting products consistent with market trends
Oversee offloading of international import shipping containers
Update and build spreadsheets to help track distribution trends as well as daily and future goals
Collaborate with team members to shift resources and labor across all departments
Head project to collaborate with third-party logistics companies to outsource product builds and drop ship finished goods Key Accomplishments:
Saved over $50,000 in shipping optimization, greatly improving operational efficiency and staffing reduction by 25%
Agile Methodology
Auditing
Quality Assurance
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Distribution and Supply Chain Manager
Jan 2012 - Dec 2015
Bristol, PA
Efficiently supervise and train staff of 60+ employees for completion of orders to large retailers such as Dillard's, Nordstrom's, Macy's, and Neiman Marcus
Monitor and ensure the completion of each order, internationally and domestically, to meet monthly goals of over $500 Million
Work with brand managers to plan distribution schedules and daily goals
Maintain accurate inventory data in HKWMS and SAP systems
Maintain and run KIVA robotic order picking system
Help implement "Cut Shortcuts Committee" to reinforce standard operating procedures
Collaborate with internal departments such as customer service, receiving, and inventory control, to ensure available inventory is produced and available to meet service goals
Managing professional relationships with clients
Maintain safety and security requirements
Help cross-train all supervisors in all areas of distribution
Work with all areas of operation to maximize and improve productivity and accuracy
Create schedules and training rotations for all temporary and full-time employees
Take roles in GEMBA training and LEAN projects
Manage and implement new E-commerce concepts
Execute shipments to both retailers, salons, and direct-door customers Key Accomplishments:
Instituted various LEAN concepts to cut replenishment time by 30%
Consistently exceeded monthly goals of over $500 Million
SAP
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Logistics Transportation/Administrative Support
Mar 2010 - Jan 2012
Denver, PA
Effectively planned shipping routes utilizing SAP and Microsoft Office programs
Perform monthly cycle counting to ensure batch and inventory integrity
Ensured daily delivery for time sensitive product
Reliably performed, maintained and processed incoming discrepancies and shipping documentation
Maintain relations with dedicated and third party shipping companies and warehouses
Trained and became knowledgeable in 5S, Kaizen/Six Sigma, and LEAN Manufacturing principles and techniques
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Education
Big Commerce
Temple University
Record has not been verified.
Entrée WMS
UPS Worldship
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Certifications
Six Sigma Green Belt- Villanova University KIVA Systems, SAP, ServSafe, Dry Ice DOT/IATA, and GEMBA
Skills
Agile Methodology
2018
3
Auditing
2018
3
Quality Assurance
2018
3
SAP
2015
3