Desmond Sampey
Chicago
Summary
Experienced supply chain professional with a strong background in logistics, inventory management, and production scheduling. Proven track record of identifying cost-saving opportunities and optimizing supply chain processes. Adept at managing large-scale operations and leading teams to achieve high performance and efficiency
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing Manager
The Sherwin-Williams Company
06.2025 - Current
- Managed the purchasing of over 63 million LBs of raw materials monthly.
- Planned and oversaw ordering of raw materials via railcar.
- Arranged up to 30 inbound freight appointments for tanker and dry-van deliveries per day.
- Supervised the plant buyer, ensuing optimal inventory levels for production.
- Assisted in scheduling the daily production of 150k gallons of paint, while maintaining a 99% service level by balancing product mix, demand, finished good inventory and production capacity.
Buyer
The Sherwin-Williams Company
01.2023 - 06.2025
- Managed purchase orders and inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment of stock.
- Conducted weekly cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory levels for production and minimize shrink.
- Identified over $100K in raw material cost savings by collaborating with operations, quality, and other sites to consume slow-moving and obsolete materials.
- Worked alongside sourcing teams to strategically plan formulas that are the right fit for the site.
Logistics Sales Manager
Steam Logistics
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients to drive sales growth.
- Oversaw and traind a sales team, holding them accountable for their clients and duties, while generating up $500,000 in monthly revenue.
- Formatted delivery and shipping SOPs for key accounts dedicated trucking partners.
- Negotiated contract rates with carriers to keep transportation spend within budget for clients; mitigating demurrage, per-diem, and detention costs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Operations Management
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL12-2020
Skills
- Purchase order management
- Supplier relationship management
- Inventory coordination
- Vendor relationship management
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
Certification
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
The Sherwin-Williams Company
06.2025 - Current
Buyer
The Sherwin-Williams Company
01.2023 - 06.2025
Logistics Sales Manager
Steam Logistics
01.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Operations Management
The University of Alabama
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