Brian Ramsey, CSCP
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Steve Brown
I worked with Brian as a provider of counters and store fixtures to Check 'n Go. Brian is extremely knowledgeable on fixtures, print and signage. Brian investigates any decisions thoroughly and takes extra effort to uncover the best solution. Brian was very involved in the details of new projects and was invaluable in the communication between our companies. Brian was a key factor in the success of the fixtures program both in reducing costs and creating a more modular/universal solution.
Doug Lohmeier
I worked with Brian as a print and & brand management provider for 5 years. He is very detailed oriented and fair with vendors. His attention to detail and ability to provide information allowed me to develop and offer better solutions for the projects he was undertaking. Brian provides professionalism and honesty to whatever he is doing. I would definitely reccomend Brian for his honest and ethical standards.
Steve Brown
I worked with Brian as a provider of counters and store fixtures to Check 'n Go. Brian is extremely knowledgeable on fixtures, print and signage. Brian investigates any decisions thoroughly and takes extra effort to uncover the best solution. Brian was very involved in the details of new projects and was invaluable in the communication between our companies. Brian was a key factor in the success of the fixtures program both in reducing costs and creating a more modular/universal solution.
Doug Lohmeier
I worked with Brian as a print and & brand management provider for 5 years. He is very detailed oriented and fair with vendors. His attention to detail and ability to provide information allowed me to develop and offer better solutions for the projects he was undertaking. Brian provides professionalism and honesty to whatever he is doing. I would definitely reccomend Brian for his honest and ethical standards.
Steve Brown
I worked with Brian as a provider of counters and store fixtures to Check 'n Go. Brian is extremely knowledgeable on fixtures, print and signage. Brian investigates any decisions thoroughly and takes extra effort to uncover the best solution. Brian was very involved in the details of new projects and was invaluable in the communication between our companies. Brian was a key factor in the success of the fixtures program both in reducing costs and creating a more modular/universal solution.
Doug Lohmeier
I worked with Brian as a print and & brand management provider for 5 years. He is very detailed oriented and fair with vendors. His attention to detail and ability to provide information allowed me to develop and offer better solutions for the projects he was undertaking. Brian provides professionalism and honesty to whatever he is doing. I would definitely reccomend Brian for his honest and ethical standards.
Steve Brown
I worked with Brian as a provider of counters and store fixtures to Check 'n Go. Brian is extremely knowledgeable on fixtures, print and signage. Brian investigates any decisions thoroughly and takes extra effort to uncover the best solution. Brian was very involved in the details of new projects and was invaluable in the communication between our companies. Brian was a key factor in the success of the fixtures program both in reducing costs and creating a more modular/universal solution.
Doug Lohmeier
I worked with Brian as a print and & brand management provider for 5 years. He is very detailed oriented and fair with vendors. His attention to detail and ability to provide information allowed me to develop and offer better solutions for the projects he was undertaking. Brian provides professionalism and honesty to whatever he is doing. I would definitely reccomend Brian for his honest and ethical standards.
Credentials
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Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
Association for Supply Chain ManagementDec, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
Cerified Supply Chain Porfessional
APICS
Experience
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idX Corporation
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United States
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Manufacturing
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300 - 400 Employee
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Purchasing Manager
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Jan 2018 - Present
Responsible for procurement team that manages divisional spend of direct and indirect material across multiple commodities. Commodities include millwork sheet stock, hardwood, metal, plastics, packaging, fasteners, lighting, and production supplies. • Responsible for maintaining supply for 185,000 square foot production facility resulting in $60 million in revenue • Reduced slow moving obsolete inventory by 32% by implementing monthly reviews with project managers, inventory control, engineering, and production planning • Implemented material requisition process leading to reduced material shortages and improved PO processing time • Improved project margin by 7% through cost reduction strategies that included international sourcing, negotiating annual contracts, RFQ’s, and working with project management and engineering to implement value engineering projects • Managed team of senior buyers responsible for maintaining continuity of supply through purchase order management • Reduced on hand inventory by $300,000 by implementing vendor managed inventory (VMI) and consignment inventory management programs. • Implemented preferred vendor list to help drive purchasing strategies across organization. • Procurement leader for MRP migration • Team is responsible for full procurement support for rapid development and prototyping teams Show less
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Mammotome
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United States
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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300 - 400 Employee
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Purchasing Manager
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May 2016 - Jan 2018
Leader of team accountable for $52 million in spend for direct material across multiple commodities. Team is responsible for developing suppliers, year over year cost reductions, and maintaining continuity of supply. Responsible for implementing sourcing strategies which enables my team to reach the organizations goals and objectives. Commodities include plastics (injection molding, extrusion), metals (machining), packaging (corrugated, thermoforming, labeling), contract manufacturing, natural materials. Materials support production facility located in Tijuana, Mexico. Show less
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Senior Commodity Specialist
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Mar 2014 - May 2016
Commercial relationship manager for all contract manufacturing that supports the capital equipment and disposables for a bio-medical device organization. Implemented a contract negotiation process which lead to expedited contract execution, sustainable cost savings, and continuity of supply for the life of the contract. Integral part of team that lead a quality remediation effort which developed, improved, and implemented purchasing controls to adhere to FDA regulations.
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Senior Buyer Planner
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Sep 2012 - Mar 2014
Managed the planning, procurement, and relationships for all contract manufacturing supporting capital equipment and disposables in the bio-medical device industry. Lead two teams of supplier quality and manufacturing engineers to support steady state production, implement lean manufacturing projects, and manage change. This was achieved while working with in the quality management system to FDA standards. Worked with all suppliers to maintain continuity of supply through out the supply chain. Sourcing lead for several new product development teams from inception to launch. Show less
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Purchasing Analyst
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Mar 2012 - Sep 2012
Purchasing analyst supporting Research and Development, Marketing, IT, Travel and Entertainment, and Operations groups within the organization. Responsible for developing strategic sourcing process with the goal of implementing cost reduction strategies and supplier management accountability.
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APG Office Furnishings
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United States
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Furniture
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1 - 100 Employee
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Purchasing Lead
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Mar 2011 - May 2012
Responsible for managing orders from quote conversion to delivery for a sales staff of 25. Liaison between manufacture, sales staff, and design team for large office furnishings organization with five sales divisions in Ohio and Tennessee. APG Office Furnishings provides corporations with space planning, design, project management, and product selection collaboration to help organizations meet their business objectives. Responsible for managing orders from quote conversion to delivery for a sales staff of 25. Liaison between manufacture, sales staff, and design team for large office furnishings organization with five sales divisions in Ohio and Tennessee. APG Office Furnishings provides corporations with space planning, design, project management, and product selection collaboration to help organizations meet their business objectives.
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First Financial Bank
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United States
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Banking
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700 & Above Employee
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Sourcing Specialist
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Sep 2009 - Nov 2009
Responsible for supplier management, contract administration, spend visibility, demand management and RFP writing with focus on cost savings, contract integrity and sourcing support for all departments in Cincinnati-based bank holding company with $3.8B in assets and 128 regional banking centers. (Temporary contract position) Responsible for supplier management, contract administration, spend visibility, demand management and RFP writing with focus on cost savings, contract integrity and sourcing support for all departments in Cincinnati-based bank holding company with $3.8B in assets and 128 regional banking centers. (Temporary contract position)
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Axcess Financial
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United States
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Financial Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Sourcing Manager
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Mar 2003 - Oct 2008
Directed sourcing efforts for materials such as paper, toner, and office supplies. Worked directly with marketing team on a daily basis to procure manufactured store front fixtures, office furniture, and marketing collateral. Supply chain manager for all seasonal and promotional marketing collateral on a regional and national level. Other sourcing responsibilities include warehousing and logistics. Project manager for all operational document updates, purchases, and roll-outs as directed by operations, human resources, and risk management. Responsible for the writing and executing of Request for Proposals for all purchased products and services. Conducted reverse auctions for commodity items such as paper, toner, and office supplies. Managed inventory, ordering processes, and brand integrity for all marketing collateral in coordination with Brand Manager. Administrator of Ariba procurement P2P system. Responsible for creating and maintaining spend visibility and supplier performance reports. Show less
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REGIONAL MERCHANDISE MANAGER AND TRAINER
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Jan 2001 - Jan 2003
Responsible for merchandising and maintaining inventory levels of 11 different product lines for national sales and marketing group in home improvement industry with goal to increase Home Depot product sales through plan-o-gram integrity, product placement, and associate training. Products included decorative hardware, gardening equipment, and interior storage products. Communicated results and maintained relationships with Home Depot management to increase retail floor real estate resulting in 30% increase of end cap ownership. Increased sales 20% through management of plan-o-gram and product offerings. Trained associates on product knowledge, placement, and plan-o-gram strategy to increase territory sales. Show less
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TEAM SALES SPECIALIST
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Jan 1997 - Jan 2001
Directed Dayton market sales of sporting goods and custom logo apparel for corporate and institutional sales. Managed customer accounts by providing high quality products and services with an emphasis on team apparel and shoes to high schools and colleges. Increased category sales at rate of 19% per year. Built and strengthened customer relations in Dayton and Cincinnati markets to assess needs and create customized program solutions. Completed and delivered 98% of orders by scheduled delivery date through facilitating strong communications among customer, vendor, warehouse, and production departments. Forecasted and placed future orders for stock and custom merchandise, resulting in 18% cost savings, which was passed to the consumer. Created promotional flyers and ads for entire sales force via direct mail and e-mail. Attended clinics and trade shows to increase knowledge and customer base. Show less
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All About Sports
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Layfette, IN
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Area Manager
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Aug 1989 - Jun 1997
Director of Athletics, Hunting and Fishing, Exercise, and Camping Departments. Responsible for staff of up to 25 people which included interviewing, on boarding, and terminations as well as scheduling against an assigned budget. Provided extensive customer service which included special orders, team orders, and returns. Merchandising specialist, providing guidelines on where, when, and how to place product throughout the store to increase sales. Director of Athletics, Hunting and Fishing, Exercise, and Camping Departments. Responsible for staff of up to 25 people which included interviewing, on boarding, and terminations as well as scheduling against an assigned budget. Provided extensive customer service which included special orders, team orders, and returns. Merchandising specialist, providing guidelines on where, when, and how to place product throughout the store to increase sales.
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Education
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1991 - 1995
University of Toledo
BBA, Marketing/Operations Managment
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