Nicholas Shields

Nicholas Shields is an accomplished procurement and purchasing professional with extensive experience in managing product categories, sourcing, and logistics. Since November 2020, Nicholas has served as a Senior Buyer at Blue Buffalo Co. Prior to this role, Nicholas worked as a Procurement Specialist at Jetro Restaurant Depot from August 2017 to November 2020, where responsibilities included sourcing perishable products, developing vendor relationships, and optimizing logistics while ensuring compliance with USDA standards. Earlier experiences include serving as a Pricing Analyst at Staples and managing operations at Blanchard's Liquors, significantly contributing to sales revenue and employee development. Nicholas holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies from the University of New Hampshire, earned in 2012.