Josh Hurley

Experience

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  Carter Lumber

  Jun 1992 - Nov 2007

  Operations Manager

  Operations Manager 2005-2007 • Managed all operations and personnel for a contractor lumber yard that generated $7 million in residential construction and retail DIY sales• Directly managed 15 employees including both sales and operational personnel • Responsible for and oversaw all purchasing and inventory replenishment for $5.5 million in inventory/5000 SKU’s• Sourced and purchased residential construction lumber, panels, residential building materials and hardware for the facility • Conducted and analyze inventory and purchasing trends to ensure proper levels were kept to meet consumer needs• Conducted inventory reconciliations to ensure inventory levels were kept accurate and matched purchasing records• Performed Human Resource activities including interviewing and hiring, new-hire training, labor practices, and processing legal claims • Planned annual operational budgets, sales projections and • Performed personnel scheduling and payroll• Responsible for merchandising and marketing for store promotions Part-time Sales Associate 2003-2005Yard Foremen 1996-2003• Supervised yard operations and yard personnel for the facility that produced $7 million residential construction and retail DIY sales• Directly supervised 3-5 employees including both yard and delivery personnel• Recommended purchase quantities and submitted purchase orders for residential construction lumber, panels, residential building materials and hardware for the facility • Conducted and analyze inventory and purchasing trends to ensure proper levels were kept to meet consumer needs• Conducted inventory reconciliations to ensure inventory levels were kept accurate and matched purchasing records• Responsible for merchandising and marketing for store promotions Part-time Sales Associate 1992-1996 Show less

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  Universal Forest Products, Inc.

  May 2003 - Jun 2006

  Lead Building Component Design Estimator/Account Manager

  • Managed Sales for retail, and industrial lumber accounts of $1 Million • Conducted blueprint take-offs for • Designed and estimated building components for residential and commercial building projects ranging from $5,000 to over 5 million. • Oversaw and reviewed the quality and accuracy of work completed by the other estimators• Maintained the bid schedule of 50 or more active weekly bids and assured all bids were completed accurately and on time• Closely worked with Sales, Design, and production to guarantee quality and accuracy of job Show less

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  DeKalb County Sheriff's Department

  Nov 2007 - Sept 2016

  Sergeant/Department Supervisor

  • Directly supervised department activities enforced department standards and mentored Patrol Deputies in my charge• Assisted with Human Resource activitieso Hiring, Interviewing, and Background Investigations o Addressing employee-related issues such as complaints, disagreements between coworkers, and Workman’s Comp o Onboarding and new hire trainingo Policy enforcement, performance reviews, maintaining employee records• Scheduling Officero Assuring there was always adequate coverage for all shiftso Managed and tracked personnel vacation, comp time, sick time, personal days, • Training Officero Developed Training Programs and Policieso Instructed training for over 1,000 people and developed training programs for three years in areas such as active shooter, narcotics, and recruit training o Conducted new hire training for new officers. • Investigated over 2,000 cases in various areas like Fraud, Theft, Harassment, Battery, Sexual Misconduct, OWI, Narcotics, Traffic Collisions, and Traffics Infractions • Two years of Undercover Investigations that led to the arrest of more than 40 drug traffickers• SWAT/Dekalb CERT Member/Team Leader Show less

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  Steel Dynamics, Inc

  Sept 2016 - Jul 2018

  Transfer-bay Operator

  • Performed daily quality assurance by visually inspecting 3-4 rail shipments and 100-150 truck shipments• Ensured accurate inventory control and inventory management of 1,500 steel coils• Perform daily equipment inspections • Assist in the daily production of cold roll steel

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  Do it Best Corp.

  Jul 2018 - Aug 2021

  Account Manager/ Reload Purchasing Specialist

  • Purchasing and inventory specialist for two lumber distribution centers and for account base o Sourced and purchased residential and commercial construction lumber and panels to replenish inventory for two reload distribution centers o Conducted and analyze inventory and purchasing trends to ensure proper levels were kept to meet consumer needso Conducted inventory reconciliations to ensure inventory levels were kept accurate o Monitor market and supply chain conditions to ensure I was providing quality buying information to my customer baseo Sourced and purchased inventory and requested material for account base• Account Manager for the Midwest region that was made up of 110 accounts with an average annual sales revenue of over $15 Million.• Conducted market research on supply chain conditions, pricing, and availability in order to best advise Do it Best customers of buying conditions for lumber and panel needs• Developed and implemented an in-depth and thorough onboarding program for the Lumber Department new hires• Evaluated various areas of the business to determine inefficiencies, devise solutions, and implement processes to improve on those identified inefficiencies Show less

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  Tempus Technologies, Inc

  Aug 2021 - Apr 2023

  Procurement Manager/Warehouse Manager

  •• Led procurement activities, including sourcing, vendor selection, contract negotiations, and purchase order placement.• Managed warehouse operations, maintaining optimal inventory levels and ensuring accurate record-keeping.• Supervised shipping and receiving personnel, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.• Developed strategic purchasing plans to align with company goals, optimizing inventory turnover and reducing procurement costs.• Negotiated with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules.• Conducted regular audits and cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy and address discrepancies.• Monitored KPIs for purchasing, warehouse management, and shipping/receiving operations, identifying areas for improvement.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate purchasing activities with overall business operations.• Implemented process improvements to enhance warehouse efficiency and streamline shipping and receiving processes.• Prepared detailed reports on purchasing activities, inventory levels, and supplier performance for senior management.• Ensured compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.• Provided training and development opportunities for purchasing and warehouse staff. Show less

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  Centricity

  Apr 2023 - now

  Manager of Operations

  • Lead daily claims operations, for a team of 15 people, ensuring efficient handling of warranty claims and vendor services.• Oversaw the end-to-end purchasing process, including sourcing, vendor selection, contract negotiation, and order placement.• Developed strategic purchasing and operation plans to optimize efficiencies and cost savings• Managed vendor relationships, negotiating terms and conditions to achieve optimal pricing and service agreements.• Monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess operational efficiency and identify improvement areas.• Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align operational strategies with business objectives.• Ensured compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.• Provided training and development opportunities for team members to enhance skills and performance.• Prepared and presented detailed reports on operational performance metrics to senior management.• Developed contingency plans to manage risks and ensure continuity of operations during supply chain disruptions.• Fostered a culture of continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving. Show less

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  Rumble USA Inc

  Jun 2023 - Sept 2024

  Strategic Sourcing Analyst

  • Developed and executed strategic sourcing plans for cloud and social media initiatives, optimizing cost savings and operational efficiency.• Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable pricing, delivery schedules, and service level agreements.• Managed supplier relationships, addressing issues and enhancing performance through collaboration.• Monitored supplier performance using key metrics and KPIs, implementing corrective actions as needed.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline sourcing processes and ensure policy compliance.• Analyzed spend data to identify cost reduction opportunities, leveraging bulk purchasing and long-term agreements.• Conducted risk assessments and developed mitigation strategies to ensure continuity of supply.• Prepared detailed reports and presentations on sourcing activities for senior management.• Supported the development and implementation of procurement strategies for cloud infrastructure and social media platforms. Show less