Amir Pourfard
Portland
Summary
Detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Agent known for exceptional problem-solving and organizational skills. Successfully managed purchasing activities, ensuring timely acquisition of automotive inventory while maintaining high standards of quality control.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Treasure Auto Sales
Gladstone, OR
01.2025 - Current
- Coordinated purchasing activities to ensure timely acquisition of automotive inventory.
- Purchased used automotives from various auto auctions and wholesalers.
- Developed strong relationships with sellers and auction staff to enhance favorable negotiation outcomes.
Purchaser
Castle Auto Sales
Renton, WA
03.2019 - 01.2025
- Purchased used cars and trucks from various auto auction, wholesalers and private parties.
- Analyzed market trends to forecast inventory needs, and ensuring the inventory was meeting the stores expectations.
- Maintained and reviewed computerized records of items purchased and costs associated with purchases.
Reconditioning Manager
Sunrise Auto Sales
Gladstone, OR
04.2015 - 01.2019
- Managed reconditioning workflows to enhance vehicle quality and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained high standards of quality control to ensure all purchased units were frontline ready.
- Negotiated pricing and worked with various vendors to complete all necessary work.
- Worked with other team members to resolve any customer issues/concerns promptly.
Used Car Buyer
Lithia Motors, Inc
Eugene, OR
2009 - 2014
- Evaluated vehicle conditions and conducted inspections to determine fair market value.
- Negotiated purchase agreements with sellers to secure competitive pricing on used vehicles.
- Collaborated with sales team to align inventory with customer demand and market trends.
- Managed relationships with wholesalers and private sellers to expand sourcing options for used cars.
Education
Associate of Science - Flight Technology
Lane Community College
Eugene, ORSkills
- Purchasing
- Documentation requirements
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Self motivation
- Cost control
- Inventory management
- Vendor relationship management
- Pricing negotiation
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Treasure Auto Sales
01.2025 - Current
Purchaser
Castle Auto Sales
03.2019 - 01.2025
Reconditioning Manager
Sunrise Auto Sales
04.2015 - 01.2019
Used Car Buyer
Lithia Motors, Inc
2009 - 2014
Associate of Science - Flight Technology
Lane Community College