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Pottstown, Pa, Us

Harleysville, Pennsylvania, United States

Souderton, Pennsylvania, United States

Green Lane, Pa

The Strategic Buyer is accountable for the lifecycle of the Strategic Partner. Involved with the strategic and tactical procurement operations, including sourcing, standardization, consolidation and optimization of Strategic Partners. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to negotiations, quality assurance, expediting issue resolutions and management reporting.

Exton, Pa

Facility Solutions:Specializing in PPE/SafetyAlso including; Janitorial, Towel & Tissue, Chemicals, Personal Hygiene, Liners.• Managed the entire FS product proposal of RFPs for multi-region opportunities until each deadline. • Developed customized facility solution product programs that meet each customer’s needs as they aligned with Veritiv’s overall LEAN strategy and preferred manufacturers.• Negotiated contract costs, terms, minimums, and incentives in order to gain… Show more Facility Solutions:Specializing in PPE/SafetyAlso including; Janitorial, Towel & Tissue, Chemicals, Personal Hygiene, Liners.• Managed the entire FS product proposal of RFPs for multi-region opportunities until each deadline. • Developed customized facility solution product programs that meet each customer’s needs as they aligned with Veritiv’s overall LEAN strategy and preferred manufacturers.• Negotiated contract costs, terms, minimums, and incentives in order to gain and/or grow new business and enhance margins. • Collaborated with sales and product management on sourcing strategies in attempt to meet vendor growth initiatives. • Conducted existing business revamp projects aimed at producing cost savings and enhancing margins. • Offered product solutions for the customer, and simplified logistic complexities.• Continued to network with preferred manufacturers while continuing to onboard new suppliers to further growth potential and offer new supplier options. • Collaborated with program management, sales, and inventory teams to successfully implement awarded programs.• Identified and implemented cost reductions through product, pricing, costing, and margin analysis. • Initiated margin enhancement projects within the customer contract parameters. • Maintained extensive industry knowledge in regards to product applications, new and competitive products, pricing and market trends. • Developed and enhanced multi-level vendor with a National and/or North American footprint.• Other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned Show less

Collegeville, Pa

Keep daily look at on hand and needed items for production. Work with planners to make sure all items needed are in house or get them in. Constant contact with suppliers to work for the best costs and delivery for the company. • Prepared purchase orders and maintained in stock inventory to avoid any production slowdowns or stoppages.• Reviewed in stock and production reports daily to maintain inventory flow.• Maintained constant communication with suppliers for best pricing and… Show more Keep daily look at on hand and needed items for production. Work with planners to make sure all items needed are in house or get them in. Constant contact with suppliers to work for the best costs and delivery for the company. • Prepared purchase orders and maintained in stock inventory to avoid any production slowdowns or stoppages.• Reviewed in stock and production reports daily to maintain inventory flow.• Maintained constant communication with suppliers for best pricing and delivery.• Sourced new suppliers, as well as negotiated costs and freight.• Other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned Show less

Philadelphia, Pa

• Attended trade shows to determine the best apparel for the upcoming season. • Managed and maintained seasonal merchandising floor plans of the entire store. • Prepared purchase orders by style, color and size.• Maintained full working E-Commerce site for the store which consisted of adjusting sell prices, promotions, product descriptions and selection.• Prepared promotional e-mail blast programs for upcoming events in-store and online.• Maintained a network of suppliers to… Show more • Attended trade shows to determine the best apparel for the upcoming season. • Managed and maintained seasonal merchandising floor plans of the entire store. • Prepared purchase orders by style, color and size.• Maintained full working E-Commerce site for the store which consisted of adjusting sell prices, promotions, product descriptions and selection.• Prepared promotional e-mail blast programs for upcoming events in-store and online.• Maintained a network of suppliers to ensure we received the best pricing and delivery options.• Sourced new suppliers, as well as negotiated costs and freight.• Other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned Show less

Business Adminstration

Marketing Administration

Activities and Societies: Soccer Team Baseball

Diploma, College Prep