Associate Buyer
CurrentOversees purchasing of more than 500 product SKUs through inventory monitoring and demand forecasting.Manages all parts of the procurement process including purchase order creation, approval, change order creation, and invoice/PO discrepancy reconciliation.Employs clear communication with vendors to prevent and resolve discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders, monitor incoming deliveries, and find cost-competitive products.Maintain and validate SKU data with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems to track orders, monitor delivery schedules, and manage inventory.Support the implementation of new systems to streamline procurement processes and adapt to the shifting needs of the supply chain department.