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ALEXIS PALACIOS

Santa Ana,California

Summary

Procurement professional with strong track record in sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management. Skilled in optimizing procurement processes, reducing costs, and ensuring supply chain efficiency. Known for effective team collaboration, flexibility in dynamic environments, and steadfast focus on achieving impactful results. Proven ability to analyze market trends, build strategic partnerships, and deliver value-driven outcomes.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Procurement Specialist

Cable Exchange – a CommScope Company
01.2023 - Current
  • Manage procurement operations for copper and fiber optic cable manufacturing serving Tesla, X Corp, and AWS data centers.
  • Utilize SAGE 300 and Netstock for demand forecasting, inventory planning, and supplier management.
  • Coordinate cross-functionally with internal departments to ensure procurement aligns with production schedules.
  • Perform data analysis with Power BI to monitor supplier KPIs and procurement trends.
  • Lead cost-saving initiatives through vendor negotiations and sourcing strategies.
  • Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.

Purchasing & Receiving Coordinator

Eagle Industrial Group, Inc.
10.2020 - 12.2022
  • Managed purchasing for garage storage products in the steel sector with key clients like DeWalt and Home Depot.
  • Built and maintained Excel-based inventory tracking system to streamline reordering and minimize stockouts.
  • Coordinated logistics for 15+ national distribution centers and collaborated with 3PLs for accurate tracking.
  • Processed POs and reconciled invoices using QuickBooks.
  • Facilitated timely order processing by ensuring accurate logging and tracking of received items in the database.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly work environment, conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.

Assistant Manager

Ross Stores, Inc.
08.2013 - 10.2020
  • Supervised teams of 50+ employees and managed operations including scheduling, training, and payroll oversight.
  • Mentored junior staff for leadership roles and maintained high standards in daily retail operations.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration – Concentration in Entrepreneurship

California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
05.2018

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA
05.2015

Skills

  • SAGE 300 proficiency
  • Proficient in Excel with Macros
  • Power BI proficiency
  • Skilled in using Microsoft Office tools
  • Supplier contracts
  • Effective communication
  • Purchasing processes
  • Order placement
  • Price negotiation
  • Process improvements
  • Cost analysis
  • Vendor relationship management

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Procurement Specialist

Cable Exchange – a CommScope Company
01.2023 - Current

Purchasing & Receiving Coordinator

Eagle Industrial Group, Inc.
10.2020 - 12.2022

Assistant Manager

Ross Stores, Inc.
08.2013 - 10.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration – Concentration in Entrepreneurship

California State University, Fullerton

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Orange Coast College

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