Experience

GK Packaging, Inc.

• United States
• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Account Manager

  • Jan 2000 - Sep 2016

  Columbus, Ohio Area Managed and developed new customers in the plastic packaging industry. Served as the liaison between the engineering department and the customer to design unique packaging for the Health & Beauty, Automotive, and Food industries. Secured Purchase Orders and provided ongoing support to customers before, during and after the sale. Created proposals for new and repeat customers. Team player working daily with Accounting, Engineering, Production, and Sales to achieve satisfied customers.



CBI Laboratories, Inc.

• United States
• Personal Care Product Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Buyer Packaging

  • Sep 1991 - Oct 1999

  Carrollton, Texas Monitored daily the inventories for all packaging. Generated weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly reports on purchasing operations. Negotiated prices to maintain profits. Oversaw the placement of Purchase Orders in order to maintain stock levels. Maintained productive relationships with vendors and sales staff. Reduced packaging costs by over 15% in one year.



Stage Stores

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Buyer Hosiery/Slippers/Body Wear

  • Jun 1990 - Sep 1991

  Houston, Texas Area Purchased Hosiery, Ladies Slippers and Body Wear for 300+ Bealls Stores and 27 Palais Royal Stores. Awarded first and second place for bringing new items with the largest unit contribution throughout all categories/all stores. Responsible for keeping all SKU's in stock while staying within the budget. Worked closely with suppliers to bring new trends to all stores.



Bealls

• Retail
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Buyer Ladies Accessories

  • Apr 1987 - Jun 1990

  Irving, Texas Responsible for Ladies Hosiery, Socks, Slippers, Body Wear, Small Leather Goods, Belts, Umbrellas and Warm Wear for 300+ stores. Developed and maintained close relationships with suppliers and Store Managers.