Paul Handley

Experience

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  VF Imagewear

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2019

  Managed contractual compliance of 20 federal and state government and B2B high-profile uniform program accounts. Forecasted and improved sales and contract renewal of combined accounts totaling $4M annually. Worked closely with all internal departments. Developed strategies for guaranteeing customer satisfaction. Delivered 3, 5-year contract renewals for one of company’s largest federal accounts, worth $75M.Renewed and extended 8 state contracts worth $1.5M, leading communication.Retained $25M sales through acquisition. Facilitated company attaining ISO-9001 certification by completing audits on tight deadline.Boosted margins up to 122% of gross margin plan by including more profitable products and prospecting new opportunities. Guaranteed customer product and service satisfaction, increasing likelihood of contract renewal.Managed activity resulting incost savings up to 45% of retail price, and delivering 98% orders on time.Ensured customer contractual agreements were met.Built and maintained favorable client relationships through regular contact.Reduced incurrence of non-compliance penalties through accurate program implementation.Maximized sales and minimized exposure of discontinued items, forecasting sales for optimal inventory management. Show less

  • Program Manager

    Jan 2007 - Jan 2019

  • Production Planner

    Jan 2000 - Jan 2007
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  Motorcar Parts of America

  Jan 2019 - Apr 2022

  Buyer

  Prepare purchase orders for procurement by verifying specifications of purchase requests.Review inventory records to determine if on hand inventory is of sufficient quantity.Submit purchase orders, inquire about late deliveries, verify invoices with suppliers.Ensure timely delivery of all reporting related to purchasing.Sourcing new products through suppliers for better margins.

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  Vietti Foods Company, Inc

  Apr 2022 - now

  Master Scheduler Planner

  • Generate weekly/monthly production and capacity plans using systems and processes that support the organization's goals.• Maintain data integrity in systems to facilitate efficient inventory and capacity management, customer service, and operational metrics.• Utilize systems to proactively identify and communicate key drivers and proposed solutions to service and inventory issues.• Maintain, review and update all monthly inputs used to calculate safety stocks and inventory targets.• Provide backup and support for other Supply Chain functions, as assigned. Maintain competency in all supply chain processes and systems.• Track and reconcile weekly/monthly metrics versus established targets. Review production performance and update planning rates to accurately reflect plant capabilities and available capacity.• Lead or participate on special projects as required.• Provide guidance for inventory objectives.• Coach peers in network and other networks on business process and system best practices.• Support AOP process for designated categories/plants Show less