Buyer
Manage high-volume, national suppliers to ensure stringent compliance and superior quality standards. Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, address issues, and escalate corrective actions as necessary. Oversee merger of two major national suppliers, collaborating with Procurement Team Leaders for seamless integration. Maintain accuracy and integrity of Master Data across all procurement platforms. ● Enhanced procurement processes continuously, optimizing efficiency and effectiveness. ● Served as primary contact for procurement inquiries, providing expert guidance and support. ● Lead implementation of an EDI platform, automating data entry and reducing manual processing errors. ● Received the LOV (Living Orora Values) award for consistently surpassing company goals and delivering exceptional performance. ● Recognized as a top-performing buyer within the company, having exceeded all set performance metrics since joining. ● Utilized SAP software to streamline inventory management processes, reducing material shortages and enhancing overall operational efficiency.