Vice President Of Purchasing
CurrentResponsible for building and managing supplier relationships as well as sourcing wine for national retail chains. Involved in branding, packaging and designing of products and costs analysis. Experience in global supply chain from sourcing, importing, wholesale to distribution. Overseas purchasing and distribution to 37 states.Successful implementation and introduction of key products nationally.Developing wine programs and strategies for regional and national retailers.Negotiated with suppliers on quality to price ratio including wine style, packaging, lead time, ex-change rate and terms.Involved in all aspects of wine distribution including logistics to compliance.Manages relationships and purchasing from foreign/domestic wineriesMaintains procurement records on costs, delivery, product quality and inventories.Proactive in tracking price and market movement of wine and shipping costs.Maintains key industry trends, conducts store surveys and setting new plans.Experienced in US Customs procedures and alcohol compliance from state to state.Solid understanding of costs, strategic sourcing and supply chain structure.
