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Kuy Reid

Austell

Summary

Result oriented dependable professional. Excellent in supply and demand planning. Proficient in forecasting, inventory planning, account management, program implementation and training. Experienced in supervising and motivating staff to increase productivity and company profitability. Strong cross functional collaborator with management acumen and sales success. Exceptional communication and organizational dexterity, coupled with strong analytical and computer skills. Committed to excellence with a track record of resourcefulness and reliability.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Consultant

America Dealer
01.2021 - Current
  • Perform thorough vehicle demonstrations, highlighting key features and benefits to maximize customer interest and satisfaction.
  • Solid knowledge of financing procedures and credit options within the auto industry.
  • Arrange and review required documents to determine approval or rejection.
  • Track daily weekly and monthly sales to generate productivity reports.
  • Follow up with leads and quotes by means of proactive outbound prospecting through calls, emails, and social media.
  • Inspect vehicles for noticeable defects and poor mechanical operation to ensure vehicles are front line ready.
  • Utilize a variety of soft skills and industry knowledge to provide the most rewarding customer experience.
  • Improved sales by managing sales lifecycle from lead generation through contract negotiations and closings.

Sales Operations Supervisor

BlueLinx Corporation
05.2017 - 04.2019
  • Oversee, coordinate and perform operational and administrative activities of a sales district.
  • Work closely with facility personnel, sales, customers, vendors and other support personnel.
  • Assist with scheduling and training of sales team.
  • Perform various daily, weekly and monthly reporting (sales margins, inventory, and logistics).
  • Manage inventory levels for Big Box program items.
  • Hold direct reports accountable for individual and team performance. Develop and maintain cross-functional relationships.
  • Coach, develop, evaluate performance, interview and select hires. Address performance issues appropriately and timely.

Supply Planner II

BlueLinx Corporation
05.2010 - 04.2017
  • Procure and manage inventory levels for 25 warehouses facilities across all regions valued at $17M.
  • Implement due diligence for new and unique products.
  • Evaluate implications for inventory turns, cost, cash flow and space requirements.
  • Maintain relationships with approximately 20 vendors, while purchasing specialty products.
  • Control cost and managed freight files for all vendors.
  • Provide updated freight cost analysis for sales to present to customers.
  • Maintain 98% fill rates for all National account sales orders.
  • Increased inventory turns across all product codes: roofing, millwork, softboard, vinyl, insulation and metal products

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Supply Chain Analyst

Home Depot
11.2007 - 01.2009
  • Managed $50M of various product inventories for cross country Distribution Centers.
  • Maintained and established relationships with vendors totaling 100+ SKU combinations.
  • Coordinated the tactical execution of the replenishment strategy for a highly visible Hardware department.
  • Spearheaded process improvement initiatives and oversaw their successful implementation.
  • Interpreted data from numerous channels utilizing supply chain expertise and knowledge of advanced statistics and procedures.
  • Visited retail stores monthly to assist Department Managers for specific product codes to enhance customer service interaction and gain retail experience.
  • Built inventory plans and created SKU forecasts at the store/Distribution Center level.
  • Set- up and monitored SKU replenishment standards, status and performance.
  • Facilitated weekly Category Review meetings with Merchants, Finance Department,
  • Import Operations and key members of the Host Team.
  • Assisted retail store customers with product questions and customer service needs.

Supply Planner

BlueLinx Corporation
05.2004 - 10.2007
  • Procured and managed inventory levels for 25 warehouses facilities in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions valued at $7M. Implemented due diligence for new and unique products.
  • Evaluated implications for inventory turns, cost, cash flow and space requirements.
  • Maintained relationships with approximately 20 vendors, while purchasing specialty products.
  • Controlled cost and managed freight files for all vendors. Provided updated freight cost analysis for sales to present to customers.
  • Maintained 98% fill rates for all National account sales orders.
  • Increased inventory turns across all product codes: roofing, millwork, softboard, vinyl, insulation and metal products.

Inside Account Manager - National Accounts

Georgia-Pacific
10.2001 - 04.2004
  • Provided superior service by meeting or exceeding customer’s expectations.
  • Reviewed consignment warehouses inventory levels to ensure locations have a minimum of 2 weeks inventory on hand.
  • Demonstrated ownership of customer accounts by providing day-to-day customer support and effectively managing multiple tasks required to meet customer needs.
  • Coordinated with various departments; (sales, scheduling, manufacturing, shipping, and transportation) to facilitate planning efforts as apart of customer service.

Account Manager

Boise Cascade
10.1999 - 09.2001
  • Prospected, opened, and serviced sales accounts.
  • Formulated individual selling strategies and performed sales support activities.
  • Developed customer relationships and participated in all sales and promotional programs. Assisted in credit collection efforts.
  • Demonstrated a commitment to the principles of Total Quality.
  • Achieved 110% of quota and received “Inner Circle Award”

National Account Specialist

Boise Cascade
09.1996 - 09.1999
  • Visited customers to market Boise Cascade office products on-line ordering systems and services to National Account customers.
  • Established business relationships and introduced BCOP systems and services per National Account agreement.
  • Participated in on-site rollout training sessions and the installation of various electronic interfaces.
  • Tracked and monitored sales, profitability, and accounts receivable within the terms of the National Account agreement.
  • Achieved 125% of quota and received “Inner Circle Award”

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Marketing

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA
05.1995

Skills

Supply Chain Logistics

Vendor Management

AS400

Purchase Order Requisition

Inventory Management

Purchasing

JDA

Power Business Intelligence

Customer Focus Pricing

Agility

Strategic Planning & Execution

Market Analysis

Timeline

Sales Consultant

America Dealer
01.2021 - Current

Sales Operations Supervisor

BlueLinx Corporation
05.2017 - 04.2019

Supply Planner II

BlueLinx Corporation
05.2010 - 04.2017

Supply Chain Analyst

Home Depot
11.2007 - 01.2009

Supply Planner

BlueLinx Corporation
05.2004 - 10.2007

Inside Account Manager - National Accounts

Georgia-Pacific
10.2001 - 04.2004

Account Manager

Boise Cascade
10.1999 - 09.2001

National Account Specialist

Boise Cascade
09.1996 - 09.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Marketing

Clark Atlanta University
Kuy Reid