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Rosemead, California, United States

Rosemead, California, United States

Supported Substation Construction and Maintenance (SC&M) projects by focusing on driving cost savings and achieving KPIs through strategic leadership and competitive solicitation management. Led competitive solicitations to secure optimal pricing and enhance the team's performance metrics.Delivered innovative solutions that align with organizational objectives and adhere to company policies and procedures. Navigated complex procurements while maintaining cost-efficiency and safety compliance as important factors for each project.

El Segundo, California, United States

Effectively managed team and optimized procurement processes as team lead of the group. Led a group of 18 peers, fostering a collaborative environment to address day-to-day procurement challenges and streamline operations, resulting in a notable 10% reduction in the Purchase Requisition (PR) to Purchase Order (PO) cycle time.Provided comprehensive training and education to team members and internal stakeholders on EEE procurement processes, enhancing overall efficiency and effectiveness. Successfully reduced team backlog and regularly presented procurement status updates to senior management, demonstrating a commitment to transparency and accountability.Negotiated pricing with suppliers to achieve significant reductions, averaging 20% on each purchase order. Established and maintained long-term supplier relationships, prepared and executed non-disclosure agreements to support collaboration and trust, fostering sustainable partnerships for future success.

El Segundo

Reviewed customer requirements, prepared RFX’s, negotiated and executed contracts. Specialized in procuring Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical (EEE) parts for Defense and Space & Satellite programs, ensuring compliance with DFARS 252.246-7007 and DFARS 252.246-7008, as well as adhering to AS5553 industry standard to mitigate the risk of purchasing counterfeit or unapproved parts.Negotiated pricing with suppliers to achieve significant cost savings, consistently reducing overall costs by 15% on each purchase order. Analyzed historical pricing data, cost information, and quality and delivery ratings to identify and select best value suppliers, optimizing procurement processes and ensuring high-quality standards. Managed supplier productivity, including follow-up on delivery schedules, monitoring quality performance, and facilitating access to Boeing procurement systems. Streamlined operations, enhanced efficiency, and drove bottom-line results through strategic procurement practices and effective supplier management.

Corona, Ca

Streamlined order processes to increase efficiency and reduce turnaround times, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and profitability.Created comprehensive Excel reports, leveraged customer data to analyze sales trends and inform strategic decision-making on a weekly basis. Monitored both B2B and B2C sales channels, as well as inventory data, to identify opportunities for growth and mitigate risks.Managed the end-to-end order and shipment process of refurbished televisions, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction. Provided year-over-year performance analysis on top national retailers, facilitating data-driven strategies to drive sales and market share.Oversaw sell-through reporting for all customer retailers, optimizing inventory management and maximizing revenue potential. Collaborated and assisted with the logistics of special projects, including press releases and promotional events, to enhance brand visibility and drive sales growth.

Corona, Ca

Processed and verified purchase order requests in SAP, ensured accuracy and provided timeliness in procurement processes. Assisted with shipment production, from warehouse to retailers, optimizing delivery efficiency and customer satisfaction.Compiled and analyzed claim information, monitored merchandise returns, and implemented strategies to minimize losses and improve overall product quality. Provided detailed weekly sales updates to management and the sales team, facilitating informed decision-making and strategy development.Created reports to monitor the company's inventory and sell rate by obtaining and analyzing sell-through information, contributing to effective inventory management and forecasting. Approved container drayage and entry fee expenses, optimizing transportation costs while maintaining service levels.

Los Angeles, California

Supported 12 court districts / 36 courthouse locations in LA County. Meticulously reviewed departmental expenditures and encumbrances to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational guidelines. Reconciled year-end fund balance reports, forecasted expenditures, and identified potential areas for improvement in financial planning and management. Maintained and organized files, records, and documentation to facilitate efficient retrieval and analysis, contributing to streamlined operations and decision-making processes.