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Perris Ca

Buyer/PlannerSupport worldwide operations by facilitating product delivery, PO placement and execution, vendor relations, and inventory analysis. Work closely with Merchandising team to audit and onboard new vendors. Manage inventory transfers both domestic and international. Audit and analyze internal procedures; problem-solve and recommend solutions to improve purchasing efficiency and performance. Develop analytical tools and processes that improve the efficiency and profitability of the supply chain. Responsible for all inventory related tasks for 1300+ skus over 60 vendors and 2 categories with annual spends in the multi millions of dollars.Oversee, analyze, and track all compliance to purchasing rebate contracts entered into by iHerb.com.Utilize Advanced EXCEL functions, including pivot tables to present data and make recommendations to upper management.Seek out and analyze new opportunities for increased productivity with little to no direction from management. Coordinated project to seek out and lock down all heat sensitive material during summer season.Constantly analyze at risk inventory and recommend sell down solutions to team.

Riverside, California

Support manufacturing and promotional operations worldwide. Utilize BMS ERP system to place orders, create and track forecasts, maintain vendor information, track vendor performance and delivery schedules, request quotes (from multiple vendors) and move materiel to where it is most needed. Source and oversee essential components and perform recurring market and cost analysis to ensure highest value spends. Negotiate with vendors on a constant basis to keep pricing cost effective.- Within the first week developed and executed efficient empty container pick up program leading to substantial cost reductions- Oversee all current and future OEM purchasing functions for all of K&N brands- Constantly source and qualify new vendors and maintain competitive cost structures- Source key components (Urethane, cotton, and wire) from both domestic and international suppliers.

City Of Industry

Solicit, plan, execute, review and analyze the performance of promotional sales campaigns for domestic and international sellers through the use of numerous marketing vehicles and campaigns. Responsible for the entire life-cycle of promotional campaigns, from conception to post-mortem specializing in the Apparel, Pets, and Sporting Goods sectors. - Primary point man for the oversight and execution of the prime marketplace “guerrilla” vehicle.- Aided in the training of new a Category Manager to their role.- Work to determine and negotiate optimal promotional pricing in comparison to competitors.- Source promotional opportunities from both domestic and international suppliers.

Orange County, California Area

Supported operations in both the US and Canada by utilizing IMpulse ERP system to ensure optimal supply levels through: placement and tracking of accurate POs, creation and analysis of coherent and effective reports, part sourcing/restricting, returns, price changes, vendor code maintenance, ensuring on time lowest cost delivery, and contract interpretation, negotiation, compliance and administration. Allocated proper funding to discount/liquidate product when necessary. Well versed in trend recognition/analysis and affecting the proper action on recognized trends. - Eliminated ALL excess and aged risk from $50M line (Startech.com.)- Developed purchasing procedures designed to facilitate major integration of Promark subsidiary- Fully managed relationship and supply chain amounting 10,000+ skus totaling $3-8 M in inventory for 50+ storage/components lines including house brand. - Developed and implemented forecasting purchasing metrics. Tracked progress to forecast and reported data to management. - Utilized superb communication and negotiation skills to facilitate resolutions for issues involving managed lines, these included returns (damaged, defective, stock balance), delivery delays (both stocking and Direct ship), and payment disputes. - Reviewed and approved applications for on boarding vendors and initiated termination procedures for under-performing lines. - Coordinated expedited delivery and receipt procedures between central office and warehouse. - Audited and authorized requests for payment from managed vendors.

Orange County, California Area

Oversaw Coca Cola section of each accounts back room, continually maintained a safe and efficient work environment. Managed accounts through a combination of rotation, sales, product placement, and JIT order processing utilizing the POE order processing system. Utilize a combination of the FIFO method and SMO process to keep returns under budget and at acceptable levels. -Developed re-imagined marketing and product mix plan for under-performing account increasing revenues by 40% over the following quarter.- Coordinated and oversaw merchandising and delivery service to ensure customer satisfaction and effected timely solutions. - Managed store inventory and supply chain including limited purchasing functions for 80+ accounts ranging from small business to nationally recognized accounts.- Trained and coached new merchandisers in their job responsibilities and integral place in the Coca Cola system. - Utilized professional relationships to consistently facilitate improved Coca Cola sales revenues and environment.

Nishiazai Japan

Collaborated with Japanese Teachers of English to create engaging , educational, and informative lessons for children ranging from grades 1 to 9. - Supervised upwards of 30 children in a classroom setting. - Developed, Administered, and Presented seminars for new hires on adjustment to life in Japan. - Cultivated international understanding through daily interaction with students, faculty, and the public.

Riverside California

Patrolled UC property both on and off campus. Trained and evaluated 20 new officers as a Field Training Officer. Reported directly to Police Officers as required. Maintained safety and security of UC faculty, staff, and community. Provided leadership and support to the community during fires, gas leaks, and other emergency situations.