[PROCUREMENT SUPPORT]* Executing the complete procurement process from preparing all aspects of competitive bids through to, tender evaluation, PO issuance and quality control*Responsible for the procurement of highly critical goods to support business operating requirements including raw materials, WIP, finished goods inventory, capital equipment, supplies and consumables* Extensive understanding of all applicable trade agreements, Incoterms, purchasing, supply chain management methods and practices* Communicating with Operations on raw material shortages and status of production order fulfillment for custom orders; issuing work orders and aiding in part number creation[INVENTORY MANAGEMENT]* Spearheaded a multi-channel disposition plan for SMOI (slow moving and obsolete inventory) in 2021, resulting in a 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 $𝟯𝟬𝟬𝗞*Configuring MRP replenishment parameters in line with fluctuating market behaviors to prevent stock outs; 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝟵.𝟱% 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿-𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿-𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀*Assisting in the coordination of interbranch movement of finished goods and raw material across multiple site locations across North America[SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP/CONTRACT MANAGEMENT]* 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗻𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝟯𝟯% by facilitating periodic business reviews with key suppliers, issuing supplier score card evaluations and encouraging supplier feed back discussions* Leading the identification of partner suppliers through market research, and negotiated 15 new supply contracts in an 18-month period - 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝟮𝟳% 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱* Collecting and analyzing data to determine the feasibility and advantage of establishing long-term supply contracts for high usage, high dollar volume products and coordinating the award of contracts

* Assisted Project Managers, Contract Coordinators, Buyers and Regional Directors in the areas of data analysis, supplier evaluation/selection, contracting and process management * Extracted, interpreted and analyzed data to identify key metrics and transform raw data into meaningful, actionable information * Documented standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the following routine processes including but not limited to:* The public procurement of stationery products, invoice matching to verify accuracy of billing data and supplier evaluation* Utilized process mapping software to assist in the reengineering and continuous improvement of new and existing business processes* Developed a standardized product catalogue reflective of company policies to regulate procurement practices of stationary supplies *Reviewed and analyzed contract incoterms using CLM software to ensure negotiated supply agreements are being met and abide by government regulations * Utilized Oracle Database software to extract and analyze purchase order (PO) terms & conditionsContributed to the development of a significant transportation RFP by leading the initiative of gathering and consolidating crucial data from suppliers * Prepared operational reports that interpret purchasing behavior, trends and cost savings for various projects

* Recognized by District Manager by Improving quarterly sales by 33% for an underperforming category by implementing a promotional marketing strategy based on historical inventory turns* Oversaw that the branch consistently achieved all targeted KPIs through the effective use of short- and long-term planning, cost analysis, marketing promotions, procuring inventory, managing payroll, scheduling and informative employee training * Led store plan restructuring efforts and implemented daily cycle-count procedures for specific categories to reduce in-store theft, resulting in a 25% reduction in shrinkage* Championed employee training and development strategies resulting in high productivity, increased sales, enhanced customer service and kept employee turnover rates under 10%* Developed strategic relationships with key suppliers and provided consultative feedback to marketing representatives regarding inventory turnover and how to improve sales projections* Maintained an internal record keeping system of financial and statistical records for a broad range of product categories* Performed an active role in the recruitment, training, supervising and appraising of staff* Motivated and coached staff individually based on their own specific working abilities in an effort to achieve performance targets while at the same time provide exceptional customer service

Communicated cross-functionally with various departmental levels on a daily basis to resolve any logistical issues concerning incoming/outgoing shipmentsDeveloped quality control metrics for front and back office processes to ensure a consistent standard of services providedMonitored and maintained optimal replenishment level parameters of shipping supplies in order to satisfy customer demandPrepared and maintained comprehensive reporting of inventory counts and sales transactions on a daily, monthly basis

• Assisted in organizing and facilitating quarterly staff meetings by performing various tasks as per management’s instructions• Demonstrated team player, being awarded Employee of the Month 3 consecutive years as voted by staff• Coordinated staff training in groups as large as 5 people and groups as small as one person • Assist Leads, Senior Associates, and Managers in training entry level associates• Assist with loss prevention efforts by providing proactive customer service• Maintain knowledge of various store departments and be available to operate cash register for regular transactions, perform shipping and receiving duties, stock the floor, perform cleaning duties, and build visual displays when necessary• Promoted my personal suggestions in store meetings for ways the store could optimize efficiencies and increase sales to meet short and long term performance goals