Purchasing Manager & Buyer | Cycling Industry | Product Sourcing | Team Collaboration | SQL & Data AnalyticsAs a Purchasing Manager and Buyer in the cycling industry, I combine strategic decision-making with data-driven insights to make informed purchasing choices. I work closely with a team of buyers to ensure we source products that meet market demand and align with customer trends. By creating custom SQL queries and utilizing data analytics, I extract meaningful insights from sales data, inventory reports, and market trends, optimizing our purchasing strategy and product selection.What I Do:Collaborate with a Team: I manage the purchasing function while working collaboratively with a team of buyers to ensure alignment with strategic goals and market demands.Source Products: I identify and source products that align with customer needs and reflect current market trends in the cycling industry.Analyze Data: Using custom SQL queries, I extract actionable insights from our systems to analyze sales trends, inventory performance, and consumer behavior. This data-driven approach supports well-informed purchasing decisions.Strive for Inventory Optimization: I balance inventory levels with sales forecasts, minimizing holding costs while working with distributors to maintain product availability despite external inventory challenges.Key Skills:Product Margins & ProfitabilityInventory Management & OptimizationSQL & Data Analytics for Reporting & ForecastingProduct Sourcing & PurchasingTrend Spotting & Market InsightsCross-Department CollaborationTeam Collaboration & Development