Laura Castillo Email & Phone Number

Calgary, Ab, Ca

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

We are procurement experts who comply with your processes and deliver tangible value that aligns with your strategy and vision. We execute and deliver to your expectations by embedding ourselves into your procurement teams. We build strong relationships with suppliers to help your organizations excel. Our day-to-day objectives are to: - Conduct end-to-end supply chain activities, including spend analysis, build, and execute contract, strategic sourcing, category strategies and negotiate with suppliers. - Act as in-house supply chain resources which adhere to your specific requirements, policies, and strategic direction, while providing added value beyond tactical delivery. - Build a strong concrete foundation using contracts to safeguard your organization from unnecessary risks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. - Leverage and maximize the use of Client tools and digital platforms to further drive operational efficiencies.

Calgary, Canada Area

-Execute brand updates and seasonal retrofits in an efficient timely manner by using my problem-solving skills-Train and educate 5 seasonal employees on backstage and Operational Excellence (OPEX) standards-Succeeded in being trained in all different positions in the first 3 months of being employed-Selected as Inventory Management Captain and investigated SKU’s that demonstrated erratic behaviour and reached out to brands for explanations

- Planned and organized 6 events throughout the weekend that involved 600 delegates from twelve of the premier post-secondary institutions- Collaborated in a team atmosphere by providing weekly updates on the planning process and constantly asked for feedback- Negotiated with different venues that would be appropriate for our group size and fit our budget- Delegated tasks to events director and set expectations to volunteers for each event in order to have smooth and successful in order to stay on schedule