Thomas J. Caulson

About Thomas J. Caulson

Thomas Caulson Tooele, Utah 84074 t••••••••@outlook.com • 91••••••48My name is Thomas and I possess extensive experience in all aspects of procurement process. I am skilled in reorganizing purchasing process, improving business performance, creating commercial decisions, increasing efficiency, deriving for results, and achieving organizational goals. I am adept at building/leading high-performing teams, devising/implementing procurement strategies, and building strong partnerships. Among my talents are an aptitude to develop inventory, cost, and purchasing-related performance metrics and KPIs to ensure supply chain performance. Through a combination of data-driven decision making, an ability to understand process deficiencies, and a keen understanding of how people—whether employees, vendors, customers, or partners-impact operations.My key skills include procurement management, operations management, process improvement, lean manufacturing, budgeting & forecasting, supply chain management, cost reduction & control, supplier development & negotiation, team leadership & training, inventory control, and relationship management.Companies I’ve made a positive impact at include Five Star Airport Alliance, Walmart Distribution Center, Diamond Cargo, and King American— my prowess is not limited by industry or company type.While others take pride in meeting all standards set before them, my passion is for delivering service that goes beyond organizational expectations, creating a win-win scenario for everyone involved!

Experience

1. Procurement Analyst

   American Equipment, Llc

   Jan 2025 — Present

   Generate purchase orders and route documentation for approval in alignment with internal authority guidelines and ISO purchasing standards.· Verify supplier acknowledgments for accuracy and upload all validated records into digital job folders.· Track incoming materials, expedite orders, and communicate updated delivery timelines to project teams and schedulers.· Maintain organized electronic and hard copy purchasing files to support audit readiness and internal transparency.· Participate in production meetings to stay aligned with project timelines and material requirements.· Coordinate closely with internal teams and suppliers to address material availability, delivery challenges, or procurement risks.· Issue receiving notifications to the Shipping and Receiving Department within required timeframes.· Replenish materials and coordinate delivery dates to maintain uninterrupted production schedules.· Support the procurement team in evaluating pricing, performance, and supplier improvement efforts.· Assist with supplier selection, quoting activities, and evaluations for new parts and program requirements.· Work with the Senior Buyer on establishing new supplier accounts and payment terms.· Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, safety compliance efforts, and company culture objectives.· Promote a positive work environment and demonstrate adherence to all safety standards.· Strengthened procurement cycle efficiency by improving order tracking accuracy and communication flow between production, scheduling, and shipping· Enhanced documentation accuracy and audit readiness through organized maintenance of digital and physical purchasing records· Contributed to cost reduction efforts by assisting with supplier evaluations, pricing reviews, and performance tracking

Education

• Wiregrass Regional College and Career Academy

  diploma, Organizational Leadership

  2016 — 2017

• South Georgia State College

  Supervision of People Course

• FEMA

  National Incident Management System IS-00700: 2005 , Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management

  2005 — 2005

• Wiregrass Georgia Technical College

  Master's Degree, Organizational Leadership

• Atkinson

  Emergency Management Diploma