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Evaluate suppliers by taking into consideration pricing, quality & availability. Spearheaded procurement activities for a wide range of engineering projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials and services. Negotiate contracts to obtain the best deals on behalf of the company. Interact with supplier to schedule deliveries & resolve shipping errors. Conducted research to identify potential suppliers and maintained an updated database of reliable vendors. Collaborated closely with engineering teams to understand project requirements and ensure that all purchased materials met the necessary quality standards and specifications. Implemented and maintained an efficient inventory management system, reducing excess inventory levels by 20% and minimizing stock outs. Authorize payments & maintain receipts, records & inventories. Evaluated supplier performance through regular assessments and actively participated in supplier improvement initiatives to enhance overall reliability and efficiency. Successfully managed the procurement of critical components for high-profile engineering projects, ensuring on-time delivery and project completion. Created Warranty & Return procedures for all three locations. Developed and lead a training program for the Shipping/Receiving & Purchasing Departments.

Identify and build relationships with reliable suppliers and vendors of raw materials, such as granite, marble, quartz, laminates, adhesives, and other countertop components. Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, reliability, and delivery capabilities. Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and supplies to ensure an uninterrupted production process. Place purchase orders and coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials. Forecast future material needs based on production schedules and business projections. Collaborate with the Quality Control department to ensure the received materials meet the required standards and specifications. Address any issues related to subpar or defective materials promptly. Ensure compliance with all purchasing policies, procedures, and regulations. Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier information. Assess potential risks in the supply chain and implement strategies to mitigate them.

Sourced new vendors for purchasing needs. Worked with shipment companies to manage distribution. Determined recurring business needs and maintained necessary inventory levels. Organized and prioritized projects. Submits purchase orders for equipment, material, supplies to suppliers. Monitored and expedited orders. Maintains good working relationships with vendors and customers to do the job as effectively as possible

Shipping and receiving, data entry. Entering and releasing orders to the shop floor.Organized and maintained stock material for the shop. Ordering steel, hydraulic,pneumatic and electrical components specific to the jobs. Worked directly withengineers on bill of material and shipping deadlines.

Trained new employees in department policy and procedures. Organized regularmeeting to boost morale and productivity. Recorded employee attendance, raises, production percentages and reviews for ISO-9000. Answered phones and scheduled meetings for supervisors. Ordered PPE as well as other material necessary for Fabrication and welding.