Experienced Buyer with a demonstrated history of working in the food & beverages industry. Skilled in Budgeting, Customer Service, Management, Sales, and Inventory Management. Strong sales professional with a Associate's degree focused in Culinary Arts/Chef Training from State University of New York College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill.
Skills
Market research
Continuous process improvements
Pricing negotiations
Vendor coordination
Purchasing expertise
Recordkeeping ability
Merchandising operations
Vendor relations
Purchasing procedures
Quality assurance
Contract negotiation
Purchasing
Budgeting
Procurement
Pricing structures
Education
SUNY College of Agriculture And Technology At CobleskillCobleskill, NYExpected in 2001 – –Associate of Arts:Culinary Arts - GPA:
Oversaw and streamlined daily operations of purchasing department to maximize productivity and revenue
Analyzed inventory usage and assessed trends to provide maximum coverage for each time period
Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities
Managed vendor purchase order process including dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations
Collaborated with buyers for special events and seasonal promotions to maintain adequate product stock and drive sales
Met with suppliers to assess changes and determine proper courses of action
Conferred with sales and purchasing to match customer preferences
Developed and improved account relationships
Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts
Represented company at national and regional trade shows
Maintained focus and organization to regularly complete tasks with precision, timeliness and flexibility to accommodate fluctuating assignments and emerging business trends
Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information
Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins
Recommended metrics for product availability, costs and delivery to advance business objectives
Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors and recommended optimal suppliers
Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability
Reduced downtime in warehouse operations by ensuring reorders were aligned with store sales and backlog
Reduced production downtime by overseeing quality control and assembly
Input all data into system using Produce Pro and recorded order updates
Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue and profits
Inspected inbound and outbound products for compliance with established industry standards, company policies and procedures
Resolved conflicts and negotiated agreements between parties in order to reach win-win solutions to disagreements and clarify misunderstandings
Established logistics policy including mode, carrier and supplier agreements that benefited overall business
Tracked customer shipment requirements to improve customer satisfaction while increasing service efficiencies
Created scheduling reports in Produce Pro system to efficiently and effectively move product and adhere to shipping commitments
Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction
Operated with high integrity, built trust, and earned sustained credibility with internal and external clientele
J. Kings- Food Service Professionals Inc. - Receiver City, STATE, 03/2005 - 01/2006
Loaded and unloaded boxes and pallets using safe operating procedures and correct equipment
Boosted inventory and recordkeeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation
Adhered to tracking, documentation and control standards in order to reduce loss and maintain compliance
Coordinated efficient storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours
Placed, tagged and secured merchandise in diverse designated areas
Conducted weekly counts and monthly audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records
Maintained accurate records, including materials weights, bill amounts and identified variances
Kept work areas clean, safe and organized
Restocked products and rotated items according to standard procedures
Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy
Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping
Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks
Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes
Restaurant Depot - Department Manager City, STATE, 02/2001 - 03/2005
Kept employee workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction
Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs
Developed empowering employee culture focused on equipping employees to independently meet customer needs
Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands
Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain efficiency and responsiveness to demands
Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets
Established and administered annual budget with effective controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions
Evaluated suppliers to assess quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries, maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency
Ordered inventory and reported discrepancies to control costs and maintain inventory levels
Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention
Formulated pricing policies by reviewing merchandising activities and determining additional needed sales promotions
Prepared detailed reports for management to clarify existing trends, review sales and inventory data and support shrink minimization and safety awareness
Partnered with merchandising team to plan and execute floor moves, merchandise placement and overall sales set-up
Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones
Motivated associates to consistently deliver effective selling behaviors through coaching and recognition
Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions
Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends
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