Created and implemented new purchasing/procurement department. Updated and created process and procedures for department. Negotiated contracts and pricing to put into place. Updated and implemented RFP process to bring overall costs down with cost comparisons. First year savings $240k, 2nd year saved $450k and on track for over that for this year. Constantly looking at ways to save money for the organization to help support the efforts to end breast cancer. Passionate about what I do and are… Show more Created and implemented new purchasing/procurement department. Updated and created process and procedures for department. Negotiated contracts and pricing to put into place. Updated and implemented RFP process to bring overall costs down with cost comparisons. First year savings $240k, 2nd year saved $450k and on track for over that for this year. Constantly looking at ways to save money for the organization to help support the efforts to end breast cancer. Passionate about what I do and are result oriented. Quick learner with adaptability, strong team player. Strong analytical, prioritization and decision-making skills. Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communications, and presentation skills. Strong problem-solving skills with experience managing and measuring work. Track record of building strong peer and stakeholder relationships. Ability to establish project objectives, checkpoints and timelines to meet project tasks and expectations. Ability to exchange complex information effectively to reach agreement in ambiguous or difficult negotiations. Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities to the many ongoing projects. Strong leadership & interpersonal skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Able to multi-task and coordinate initiatives in a remote team environmentHigh energy and passion. Show less

Managed 8 distribution locations nationwide for core and chemical products. Set up and oversaw west coast internal transfer trucks weekly which saved millions to the bottom line. Maintain 3.5-million-dollar inventory, purchasing/negotiator, set up freight/logistics, close vendor relationships. Ensure aged is under benchmark goal at all times. Continuous fill rate at 99% and above. Train and mentor new and existing buyers nationwide. Proven track record of cost savings to the bottom line… Show more Managed 8 distribution locations nationwide for core and chemical products. Set up and oversaw west coast internal transfer trucks weekly which saved millions to the bottom line. Maintain 3.5-million-dollar inventory, purchasing/negotiator, set up freight/logistics, close vendor relationships. Ensure aged is under benchmark goal at all times. Continuous fill rate at 99% and above. Train and mentor new and existing buyers nationwide. Proven track record of cost savings to the bottom line. Managed and directed consignment programs, billing, and audits. Show less

Negotiated and implemented all cost of goods. Product development and promotions companywide. Strong relationship builder with customers, vendors, and brokers. Built audit program used to audit invoices which enabled us to save well over 1 million per year from outside services. Created pricing order fulfillment forms to be followed by distributors and customers. Managed and implemented consolidated purchasing and reduced the number of distributors allowing more purchasing power and cost… Show more Negotiated and implemented all cost of goods. Product development and promotions companywide. Strong relationship builder with customers, vendors, and brokers. Built audit program used to audit invoices which enabled us to save well over 1 million per year from outside services. Created pricing order fulfillment forms to be followed by distributors and customers. Managed and implemented consolidated purchasing and reduced the number of distributors allowing more purchasing power and cost savings. Show less

Overseeing purchasing and the marketing department. Created and implemented the marketing department. Directed and oversaw the first successful food show. Negotiated promotions and pricing to tie with purchasing costs. Managed and mentored direct reports.

Overseeing purchasing department comprised of 12 buyers, 4 assistants, 2 administrative, and 2 quality assurance. Training and mentoring of employees. Maintained service level of 99% and above. Ensured aged inventory was under benchmark goal. Researched new product lines to identify potential savings. Negotiated yearly contract pricing with vendors along with terms, lead times, and marketing funds to increase bottom line profits. Proven track record of cost savings to the bottom line and going… Show more Overseeing purchasing department comprised of 12 buyers, 4 assistants, 2 administrative, and 2 quality assurance. Training and mentoring of employees. Maintained service level of 99% and above. Ensured aged inventory was under benchmark goal. Researched new product lines to identify potential savings. Negotiated yearly contract pricing with vendors along with terms, lead times, and marketing funds to increase bottom line profits. Proven track record of cost savings to the bottom line and going above and beyond. Show less

Negotiated and implemented all cost of goods. Product development and promotions. Strong relationship builder with internal and external customers, vendors, and brokers. Created and implemented the marketing program. Managed, trained, and mentored all direct reports.