PROFILE:An effective, results oriented Manager with years of solid Purchasing, Planning, Supervising and Project Management experience working to drive retail brand sales. Extensive experience negotiating and building solid vendor relationships, as well as insuring operational goals are achieved. Demonstrated leadership abilities while directing operations and improving procurement strategies. A Supply Chain Professional with proven skills in purchasing, vendor management, inventory optimization, effective leadership, forecasting, budgets, and implementing cost savings strategies.Specialties: coaching, continuous improvement, contract management, customer relations, data collection, delivery, directing, financial, forecasting, inventory management, invoicing, leadership, management, materials management, merchandising, organizational skills, project management, purchasing, quality control, receiving, relationship management, retail, risk management, sales, sales analysis, strategic, supply chain,