Purchasing Manager
Current*Managed and oversaw all replenishment activities for the divisions; DistribuQuik, 7th Heaven Bakery, and Capital City Commissary*Achieved replenishment metrics through forecasting daily, weekly and monthly purchasing schedules*Oversaw order placement to remain competitive in marketplace; managed seasonal demand, strategic buys, and commodities*Managed pricing revaluation as well as monitored and coordinated inventory for contracts and/or division specific products*Ensured quality of products from vendors, including inspecting incoming loads and approving/denying loads based on product deterioration, damage, or expiration limits*Ensured adequate inventory supply while meeting or exceeding key service-level performance indicators such as Lost Sales, Write-Offs, Inventory Adjustments, and accrual of Vendor Buy Back goals*Collaborated with division operation’s management and corporate staff to achieve customer satisfaction and company objectives; also worked closely with accounts payable and billing departments to ensure accurate invoicing and payment within negotiated terms*Assisted with interviewing, hiring, and training of warehouse associates