Accomplished Buyer at Hays Food Systems, Inc since 2002, I have honed my expertise in cost control and inventory oversight, significantly enhancing procurement efficiency. My tenure at Exel Logistics bolstered my exceptional customer service skills. By leveraging data analysis and vendor relations, I've consistently improved profitability and inventory management, showcasing strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.Cost ControlMerchandising operationsDelivery ManagementVendor RelationsCustomer ServiceRecordkeeping skillsVerbal and written communicationPricing AnalysisPurchase Order ManagementMulti-tasking strengthMicrosoft Office ProficiencyData AnalysisProblem SolvingAttention to DetailLogistics CoordinationOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementOrdering and PurchasingInventory ControlInvoice Payment AuthorizationMerchandise Return AuthorizationMonitored consumer preferences and environmental trends to determine best way to introduce new green products.Compared transportation options to determine most energy-efficient options.Obtained information about customer needs and preferences by conferring with sales and purchasing personnel.Provided clerks with prices, mark-ups and mark-downs, manufacturer numbers, season codes, and style numbers.Authorized payment of invoices and return of merchandise.Evaluated existing processes for procurement activities, identified opportunities for improvement and implemented changes accordingly.Negotiated prices, discount terms, and transportation arrangements with suppliers.Recommended mark-up rates, mark-down rates and merchandise selling prices.Negotiated for fairest and most reasonable price of purchased items.Kept inventory levels within safety stock and target quantity levels.Created detailed reports on inventory levels, pricing trends, purchasing history and other related data.

Monitored consumer preferences and environmental trends to determine best way to introduce new green products.Compared transportation options to determine most energy-efficient options.Obtained information about customer needs and preferences by conferring with sales and purchasing personnel.Provided clerks with prices, mark-ups and mark-downs, manufacturer numbers, season codes, and style numbers.Authorized payment of invoices and return of merchandise.Evaluated existing processes for procurement activities, identified opportunities for improvement and implemented changes accordingly.Negotiated prices, discount terms, and transportation arrangements with suppliers.Recommended mark-up rates, mark-down rates and merchandise selling prices.Negotiated for fairest and most reasonable price of purchased items.Kept inventory levels within safety stock and target quantity levels.Created detailed reports on inventory levels, pricing trends, purchasing history and other related data.

Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.Worked with coworkers to complete tasks.Provided excellent customer service to attendees.Resolved customer service requests quickly and efficiently while providing excellent customer service.Resolved customer service issues in a timely manner, providing excellent customer service throughout the process.Resolved customer service issues promptly.Developed detailed documentation of customer service activities.Prepared documentation for tracking, monitoring, and escalation of risk-related issues for management.Trained support agents in customer service techniques.