Jeff Wagoner
Duluth
Summary
Detail-oriented sourcing manager with proven track record of optimizing procurement operations and achieving cost savings through strategic sourcing and supplier management. Possessing extensive experience in supply chain management, vendor negotiations, and procurement strategies. Committed to delivering measurable value to organizations by streamlining procurement processes, reducing costs, and ensuring the availability of quality products and services.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Blackpowder Products Inc.
Lawrenceville
07.2019 - Current
- Communicated with senior management regarding new products and efficient goods flow for $120M company.
- Managed purchase orders by selecting vendors, negotiating prices, and scheduling deliveries.
- Researched and maintained supplier relationships while developing new sources for materials.
- Collaborated with brand and sales departments to forecast production needs.
- Assisted VP of Supply Chain in sales and operational planning (S&OP) initiatives.
- Developed and maintained bill of materials (BOMs) and associated processes.
- Established risk management procedures to minimize losses from product shortages.
- Oversaw assignment and management of part numbers and UPCs for new products.
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Specialist / Sales Coordinator
Blackpowder Products Inc.
Lawrenceville
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Reported to the VP of Sales updating and streamlining the SOP to increase efficiency of EDI order processing.
- Handled purchase orders and communication for all major customers including Walmart, Bass Pro Shop, Dick's Sporting Goods and Academy Sport.
Customer Service Representative
Blackpowder Products Inc.
Lawrenceville
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Worked as a customer services representative across five product lines and worked with cross-functional teams in sales and support.
Community Supervision Officer II
Department of Community Supervision, State of Georgia
Decatur
06.2014 - 03.2017
- Senior Community Supervision Officer for the Georgia Department of Community Supervision responsible for the supervision of offenders sentenced to Parole or Probation.
- Managed a work case load of up to 400 offenders.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly field visits to offenders' places of residence and employment for verification of compliance with court orders.
- Identified and evaluated the individual needs and risks of offenders and developed rehabilitation plans, including substance abuse treatment, behavioral therapy, and employment opportunities.
- Maintained and updated offender data, records, documents, and case notes in the Georgia Reentry Web Portal and the Statewide Correctional Repository and Information System.
- Performed arrests of probationers or parolees who have violated the terms of their release, in accordance with statutory requirement.
- Submitted and tracked orders, motions, and warrants to the Georgia Superior Courts.
Manufacturing Process Technician
Advanced Armament Corporation, Division of Remington
Lawrenceville
07.2009 - 06.2014
- Responsible for managing critical manufacturing process across functional teams for Advanced Armament, a $46M company, manufacturing state of the art firearm suppressors, rifles, ammunition, and accessories for civilians, military, and law enforcement.
- Maintained internal spreadsheets tracking National Firearms Act (NFA) Transfers.
- Organized all ATF requirements for ATF audits and internal compliance.
- Reviewed and documented required changes of over 150 ` of materials (BOMs) for all company products.
- Conducted cycle counts (inventory audits) to ensure inventory and production line accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts payable invoices.
- Conducted quality control checks of critical components.
- Picked and shipped (included checking Special Occupational Tax and Federal Firearms License for serialized NFA items).
- Worked with Continuous Improvement Engineer to build new and efficient assembly cells (line).
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Georgia College and State University
Milledgeville, GeorgiaBachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Georgia College and State University
Milledgeville, GeorgiaSkills
- Vendor selection and global sourcing
- Price negotiation strategies
- Supplier relationship management
- Purchase order management
- Inventory control
- Cost analysis
References
Excellent references furnished upon request.
Awards And Major Achievements
- Blackpowder Products, Inc. Employee of the Quarter Award as voted on by fellow employees.
- Firearms and Taser Certification with many other advanced officer qualifications.
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Blackpowder Products Inc.
07.2019 - Current
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Specialist / Sales Coordinator
Blackpowder Products Inc.
07.2018 - 07.2019
Customer Service Representative
Blackpowder Products Inc.
08.2017 - 07.2018
Community Supervision Officer II
Department of Community Supervision, State of Georgia
06.2014 - 03.2017
Manufacturing Process Technician
Advanced Armament Corporation, Division of Remington
07.2009 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Georgia College and State University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Georgia College and State University