TRACK RECORD OF IMPLEMENTING CONTROLS, IMPROVING EFFICIENCY & CONTROLLING COSTSABLE TO IDENTIFY PROBLEMS, DEVELOP SOLUTIONS AND REDUCE ASSET DEPLOYMENT & SHRINKAGEPROCUREMENT & ACQUISITIONS • SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT • CONTRACTS & NEGOTIATIONS ➢ Dynamic, highly professional Procurement & Inventory Manager with a track record of accomplishment in optimizing supply chain operations, negotiating contracts, making strategic purchasing decisions and minimizing shrinkage.➢ Expert in optimizing operations during periods of market instability and improve efficiency through cost controls. ➢ Spearheaded the implementation of state of-the-art concepts in cycle counts, item identification, and tracking. ➢ Proven ability to recruit, hire and train a highly qualified team; superb ability to develop excellent relationships with customers, vendors, and suppliers.➢ Exceptional analytical, qualitative and quantitative skills with the ability to implement cost saving process improvements. ➢ Superb time management, problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to prioritize assignments and manage multiple projects simultaneously; very proficient in working effectively independently and in a team environment.➢ Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build rapport with key stakeholders and succeed in high-pressure, challenging and deadline-driven environments.➢ Language Skills: English & Spanish.• International Business• Project Management• Vendor Relations/Sourcing & Analysis• Operations Management• Cost Benefit/Financial Analysis• Staff Coaching’/Development/Leadership• Inventory Management/Product Tracking• Logistics/Procurement/Purchasing• Forecasting/Cost Reduction• Process Improvement• Contract Negotiations• Strategic Planning/Management