Amy Chow
Alhambra,CA
Summary
Experienced purchasing professional with top-notch leadership, program management and planning abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills paired with organized nature and advanced problem-solving strengths. Dedicated purchasing professional specializing in logistics coordination, vendor relations and inventory management. Organized and proactive with remarkable project management, communication and planning abilities. Exceptional leader skilled at reducing costs and increasing department efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Daiso California LLC
La Mirada, CA
03.2015 - Current
- Purchased new products, maintained and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Coordinated paperwork, created spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Conducted regular research to identify trends and cost saving opportunities.
- Completed monthly profit and loss performance reports.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Kept detailed records of inventories and merchandise inventory transactions.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
Store Manager
Daiso California LLC
Rowland Heights, CA
01.2015 - 03.2015
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
Cashier
Daiso California LLC
San Gabriel, CA
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, and locate items
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Cal State Dominguez Hill
Carson, CA06.2019
Skills
- Quality Assurance Standards
- Supplier Relations
- Vendor Sourcing
- Project Management
- Vendor Negotiations
- Contract Negotiation
- Budget Management
- Trend Analysis
- Profit and Loss Understanding
- Data Analysis Understanding
- Professional Communication Skills
- Purchasing Management
- Operations Management
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Daiso California LLC
03.2015 - Current
Store Manager
Daiso California LLC
01.2015 - 03.2015
Cashier
Daiso California LLC
01.2014 - 01.2015
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Cal State Dominguez Hill
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