Elliott Patton

Results-oriented procurement and operations professional with 15+ years of experience in vendor management, materials sourcing, logistics coordination, and administrative oversight. Proven ability to manage complex purchasing workflows, control costs, and maintain compliance across multiple industries including fire protection, construction, title/escrow, and agriculture. Skilled communicator with strong organizational instincts and a track record of building efficient systems.

Procurement Specialist at Foothill Fire Protection (2024-04 – 2026-02)

• Source, quote, order, and track all materials for residential and commercial fire sprinkler installations
• Evaluate and compare bids from multiple vendors to secure materials at optimal cost and quality
• Coordinate delivery logistics to ensure timely arrival of materials to job sites
• Maintain accurate purchase order records and monitor inventory levels to prevent project delays
• Collaborate with project managers and installation teams to align procurement with project schedules
• Support compliance and documentation requirements for commercial fire protection projects

Construction Plumber at Pipeline Plumbing (2023-06 – 2024-01)

• Executed plumbing installations on new construction projects, coordinating with subcontractors and site supervisors
• Managed material needs and tracked job site inventory to maintain project timelines

Operations Coordinator at Bidwell Title & Escrow (2019-06 – 2023-02)

• Managed escrow file administration, ensuring accurate disbursement of loan proceeds, refunds, and payments
• Audited files for invoicing accuracy, tax compliance, and proper loan payoff documentation
• Partnered with accounting to develop guidelines and best practices manuals, improving process efficiency
• Performed general office operations including scheduling, records management, and client correspondence
• Handled multiple concurrent escrow transactions with high attention to detail and regulatory compliance

Foreman at Green Gold Ranch (2018-07 – 2019-05)

• Managed all functions for a commercial farming operation including irrigation, harvest, weed mitigation, and planting. Packaged and loaded product for shipment.

Operations & Maintenance Coordinator at Sierra Landscape & Maintenance (2017-06 – 2018-05)

• Oversaw daily operations and maintenance scheduling for commercial accounts
• Coordinated vendor relationships and ensured service delivery met contractual standards
• Bid and oversaw landscaping and maintenance contracts based on time, materials, and logistics needs

Farm & Business Manager at Pattonz Packaging / Olive Hut (2003 – 2017)

• Managed all functions for a commercial farming operation including irrigation, pruning, harvest, weed mitigation, curing, packing and shipping fresh product around the country.
• Supervised 20+ employees; handled payroll, IRS documentation, workers' compensation, and scheduling
• Oversaw all logistics functions: coordinating shipments with vendors, obtaining freight quotes, and ensuring timely delivery
• Controlled retail and wholesale inventory; performed complete input of inventory and pricing systems
• Managed compliance requirements for safe working environment and operational standards

Bachelor of Arts in History – UC Santa Cruz