Purchasing Manager
Current• Ensured supply chain compliance with our drive to buy in smaller lots, cuttinginventory costs by 28%.• Created an automatic resupply communication for frequently ordered parts.With an empty bin now triggers an instant message to suppliers, saving 20labor hours per week.• Saved $1.1 million a year through negotiating key contracts with 53 suppliers.• Cut materials costs by 22% through sourcing better deals and negotiatingcontracts.• Worked closely with suppliers to cut our lead times by 25%.• Negotiated with shipping companies to gain a 20% cost savings on allinbound freight.• Monitor stock level for each category (7 categories) by analyzing shipmentsin transit and sailing with stock in hand items• Summarize received shipments by category to identify planograms updatesin each store• Release all required local replenishment orders after ensuring that they areconsistent with the shelves stock and sales averages.• Create weekly statistics and marketing analysis to control inbound stockvalues and levels• Devising long-term development strategies for product categories• Developing exit strategies for unsuccessful products• Place appropriate orders to ensure product availability that meets consumerdemands• Make forecasts for product demand to ensure the sustainability of inventory• Ensuring company product categories along with displays are optimized forsales and marketing.• Optimizing in-store displays with prompted signage, category markers, andcategory usage tips.• Create and develop long term plans and strategy for the success of assignedproduct category
