Walter Raines

Walter Raines is an experienced purchasing and supply chain professional with a focus on strategic procurement and inventory management. Currently serving as Purchasing Manager at Nutrabolt since May 2022, Walter defines and implements the vision for the purchasing organization while supporting key business functions. Previously, Walter held roles as Senior Buyer and Buyer, managing a significant inventory and leading a team to enhance revenue and key performance indicators. Walter's experience includes managing global procurement at Gaia Herbs and optimizing logistics operations at J.Crew, where notable achievements included a 91% on-time delivery rate. Walter began the career at Phenix Research Products, overseeing global purchasing with a substantial annual spend, demonstrating a consistent ability to improve operational efficiency and drive business growth.