Ross Davis

Results-driven operations and property management professional with 10 years of experience supporting procurement, vendor management, budgeting, and project coordination across multifamily and commercial real estate portfolios. Proven ability to support multimillion-dollar capital initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and drive measurable cost savings through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and operational efficiency improvements. Experienced in RFI/RFP/RFQ processes, contract administration, spend tracking, purchase order management, and cross-functional coordination, with a strong foundation in procurement operations, vendor performance management, and process improvement.

Data-driven and adaptable, with a consistent ability to improve workflows, maintain vendor accountability, and support projects from planning through completion.

Property Manager - Ari Apartment Management/The Carroll Companies - Charlotte, NC

(2024-11)

• Capital Performance & Operational Improvement: Within the first six months of employment, increased occupancy from 72% to 90% by leading unit turn and renovation initiatives, improving cross-functional coordination between maintenance and vendor teams, and optimizing project workflows—contributing directly to NOI growth and ownership-recognized performance improvements.
• Procurement & Supply Chain Optimization: Analyzed supply chain risks including vendor delays, pricing fluctuations, and material shortages, implementing alternative sourcing strategies to maintain project continuity for multiple renovation projects.
• CapEx Project Leadership & Cost Optimization: Directed a $45,000 capital improvement project, leading vendor negotiations, scope refinement, and project execution that delivered 44% cost savings ($20,000) while maintaining quality standards and accelerating delivery timelines.
• Procurement & Sourcing: Led end-to-end procurement activities including RFP, RFQ, and bid evaluation processes for capital projects and maintenance operations, ensuring cost-effective sourcing and vendor compliance.

Property Manager - Morgan Properties - Columbia, SC

(2022-10 - 2024-09)

• CapEx Project Leadership & Construction Oversight: Oversaw construction of two additional buildings for a 350-unit multifamily community, managing a $2M+ capital project. Directed on-site vendor teams, coordinated stakeholder alignment, and ensured execution was delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Procurement & Supply Chain Management: Supported supply chain planning by forecasting material needs, coordinating delivery timelines, and aligning procurement schedules with project milestones and operational demand.
• Strategic Sourcing & Cost Reduction: Led a $10,000 capital improvement project to repair a critical irrigation system, renegotiating vendor scope and pricing to reduce total cost to $5,658. Delivered $4,342 (43%) in savings while maintaining quality standards and ensuring timely project completion

Project Manager - Ore Living/Arch Companies - Columbia, SC

(2021-10 - 2022-10)

• CapEx Project Management & Execution: Managed multiple commercial projects valued at $8M from pre-construction through closeout, overseeing scope, budget adherence, and cross-functional coordination across all phases of delivery.
• Operational Performance & Portfolio Optimization: Partnered with on-site teams to improve multifamily operations through targeted process improvements that reduced delinquency, increased occupancy, and strengthened resident retention.
• Procurement & Supply Chain Optimization: Optimized supply chain and vendor management across commercial property sites by leading contract negotiations, streamlining procurement processes, and managing supplier relationships—resulting in reduced operational costs and improved service delivery timelines.

Leasing Manager/Property Manager - DLP Capital - Columbia, SC

(2016-12 - 2021-10)

• Operational & Financial Performance Optimization: Drove cost control initiatives, revenue strategies, and collections performance improvements while successfully managing a 400-unit lease-up, ensuring stabilized occupancy and financial performance targets were achieved.
• Leadership Advancement & Team Development: Promoted to Property Manager in 2018, in recognition of leadership effectiveness, talent development, and operational execution capabilities.
• Procurement & Supply Chain Optimization: Identified opportunities for supply chain optimization through supplier consolidation, value engineering, and strategic sourcing initiatives that reduced overall project costs.

BBA - Business Administration - University of South Carolina-Aiken