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BUYER/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
Professional Summary

Versatile Buyer driven to lower costs and increase quality of goods with proactive approach to supplier management. Familiar with Printing practices and business operations. Finely tuned to customer buying desires, rising trends and changes in supply chain. Industrious Buyer adept at keeping costs under control while optimizing inventory for usage needs. Versed in recordkeeping and production requirements. Bringing a five year track record of success in the Printing industry. Talented Buyer experienced in vendor and inventory management. Knowledgeable about pricing structures, supplier relations and contract negotiation. Diligent Purchaser regularly maintains inventory to meet vendor product supply requirements and properly fulfill orders. Maintains market awareness by communicating customer needs with buyer and sales teams. Liaises with buyer to determine specialty order pricing and out-of-stock item estimated delivery and freight costs to meet customer expectations. Resourceful Purchaser efficiently negotiates with vendors to process and create purchase orders to meet supply and demand. Collaborates with project managers and sales to address evolving marketplace needs. Functions under minimal supervision but also excels in team environments to attain sales goals and fulfill customer requests.

Skills
  • ERP and supply chain software
  • Project manager supervision
  • Supply chain knowledge
Work History
Buyer/Supply Chain Manager, 10/2014 to 06/2020
Quantum Group – Niles, IL
  • Analyzed inventory usage and assessed trends to provide maximum coverage for each time period.
  • Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
  • Negotiated pricing to determine best deal and save approximately 25% annually.
  • Collaborated with buyers for special events and seasonal promotions to maintain adequate product stock and drive sales.
  • Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors and recommended optimal suppliers.
  • Met with suppliers to assess changes and determine proper courses of action.
  • Managed vendor purchase order process including dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
  • Removed poor performing items from future buys.
  • Conferred with sales and purchasing to match customer preferences.
  • Maintained focus and organization to regularly complete tasks with precision, timeliness and flexibility to accommodate fluctuating assignments and emerging business trends.
  • Computed and created purchase orders in Pace to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
  • Prepared packages for shipment, pickup and courier services for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
  • Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
Customer Service Representative, 10/2007 to 07/2014
Gray Wolf Graphics – Crystal Lake, IL
  • Preserved revenue streams by utilizing strong communication and negotiation skills, offering refunds as last resort to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted customers with setting appointments, shipping and special order requests, and arranging merchandise pick-up at other locations.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Fielded customer questions regarding available merchandise, sales, current prices and upcoming company changes.
  • Cultivated customer loyalty, promoted repeat customers and improved sales.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Head Pressman, 02/2000 to 10/2007
3X Printing – Niles, IL
  • Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
  • Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
  • Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
  • Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
  • Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Produced high quality finished printed materials including brochures, flyers, four-color artwork and mailers.
  • Checked job information at each press to verify that correct ink was delivered.
  • Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
  • Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.
  • Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
Pressman, 02/1998 to 02/2000
Bruce Offset – Elk Grove Village, IL
  • Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
  • Produced high quality finished printed materials including brochures, flyers, four-color artwork and mailers.
  • Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
  • Analyzed account workload quantity, complexity and due dates to predict and prevent problems.
  • Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.
  • Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Checked job information at each press to verify that correct ink was delivered.
  • Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
  • Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
Education
High School Diploma: 06/1985
Barrington High School - Barrington Hills, IL
  • Graduated with 3.5 GPA
  • Minored in Graphic Arts
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Quantum Group
  • Gray Wolf Graphics
  • 3X Printing
  • Bruce Offset

School Attended

  • Barrington High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Buyer/Supply Chain Manager
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Head Pressman
  • Pressman

Degrees

  • High School Diploma : 06/1985

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