buyer ii resume example with 20+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Professional Summary
Buyer with over 15 years experience. Well-versed in planning and executing daily and special inventory buys. Expert at supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on consistent schedule. Resourceful Purchaser efficiently negotiates with vendors to process and create purchase orders to meet supply and demand. Functions under minimal supervision but also excels in team environments to attain sales goals and fulfill customer requests. Adept at keeping costs under control while optimizing inventory for usage needs. Versed in recordkeeping and production requirements. Talented Buyer experienced in vendor and inventory management. Knowledgeable about pricing structures, supplier relations and contract negotiation, FAR and DFAR policies and procedures. Works with management to improve item quality and sourcing procedures.
Skills
Capacity planning
Enterprise resource planning
Inventory levels
Microsoft Access
Microsoft Excel
Quality
Research
SAP
Supervising
Pricing negotiations
Materials sourcing
Communication skills
Quality assurance
Resourcefulness
Market research
Purchasing expertise
Continuous process improvements
Strategic planning
Vendor relations
Purchasing procedures
Documentation skills
Work History
06/2017 to 09/2019Buyer IIThermo Fisher Scientific Inc. | Milford, MA,
Review and select metal detail parts to purchase from suppliers that are consistent with quality, quantity and specification requirements as needed to support production schedule; expediting as required for customer priorities.
Approve invoices for payment.
Non-Conforming product reports worked with quality personnel and suppliers to determine corrective action.
Documented purchasing information in SAP to maintain detailed and accurate records.
Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
Analyzed inventory usage and assessed trends to provide maximum coverage for each time period.
Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
Met with suppliers to assess changes and determine proper courses of action.
Employed expert EXCEL skills to formulate business metrics and meet corporate goals.
Managed vendor purchase order process including dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
Developed and improved account relationships.
Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors and recommended optimal suppliers.
Maintained focus and organization to regularly complete tasks with precision, timeliness and flexibility to accommodate fluctuating assignments and emerging business trends.
06/2008 to 04/2017BuyerTeledyne Technologies | Mountain View, CA,
Sourced, quoted and negotiated with suppliers for procurement of raw materials and parts for production of rotors, pumps, kits and replacement parts.
Monitored and recorded supplier quality and delivery performance.
Reviewed MRP and released manufacturing orders and purchase orders.
Analyzed safety stock, forecasts and customer demands.
Cultivated good working relationships with vendors.
MRO purchasing of equipment and services to support manufacturing.
Capacity planning by work centers.
Corrected duplicated and missed scans at work centers.
Worked with Engineering on BOM issues, new parts and drawings.
Analyzed inventory usage and assessed trends to provide maximum coverage for each time period.
Oversaw and streamlined daily operations of purchasing department to maximize productivity and revenue.
Negotiated pricing to determine best deal and save approximately $100,000 annually.
Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors and recommended optimal suppliers.
Met with suppliers to assess changes and determine proper courses of action.
Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
10/2007 to 05/2008BUYERTeledyne Technologies | El Segundo, CA,
Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations Research and evaluate suppliers, based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, and the supplier's reputation and history.Standard Aero contracted to Tinker Air Force base to redesign manufacturing centers.
Preference given to suppliers if Oklahoma owned and special preference to minority owned businesses.
07/1998 to 09/2007New Program Facilitator, Stockroom Supervisor, Sr. Material AnalystLabinal | City, STATE,
As New Program Facilitator worked with Engineering group to identify all parts in new build package from Boeing.
Responsible for finding qualified suppliers to Boeing drawings and placing first order of parts.
Worked one year supervising stockroom.
Responsible for inventory accuracy, kitting, compliance to procedures.
Planned and executed annual inventory.
Managed supervisor itinerary and appointments and streamlined scheduling procedures.
Developed internal requirements which complied with FAA standards to minimize regulatory risks and liability across program.
Helped employees with day-to-day work and complex problems by applying motivational and analytical strategies.
Integrated logistic systems into company processes to improve operations and manage work orders and price changes.
Established efficient workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall effectiveness of personnel and activities.
Education
Expected in to to Bachelor's Degree | Criminal Justice/Safety StudiesNortheastern State University, Tahlequah, OKGPA: Status -
Expected in to to Associate's Degree | Business Administration and Management, GeneralRogers State College, Claremore, OKGPA: Status -
Affiliations
CPR & First AidMember of NOV 1st Responder Team for 5 years.
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Resume Overview
School Attended
Northeastern State University
Rogers State College
Job Titles Held:
Buyer II
Buyer
BUYER
New Program Facilitator, Stockroom Supervisor, Sr. Material Analyst