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Bliss Lim

Orange,CA

Summary

Supply chain professional with extensive experience in the industry including 8+ years as an import buyer. Currently responsible for overseeing the entire supply chain process at a small start-up company. Previously, gained 3 years of experience as an Import Buyer for Lakeshore Learning Materials, procuring 400+ import items and managing 800+ SKUs across catalog, web, and 61 retails stores nationwide totaling over $10 million annually.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supply Chain Manager

LIM Living, LLC
Anaheim, CA
11.2021 - Current
  • Single-handedly managed all supply chain needs including sourcing, procurement, inventory management and logistics
  • Researched and sourced products internationally and domestically within given specifications from inception to completion
  • Gained rapid familiarity with building materials including sustainable options in order to understand industry recognized building standards and terminology
  • Established and maintained strong, long-lasting import and domestic vendor relationships
  • Planned and placed strategic buys and expedited orders for on-time arrival to optimize usage of limited warehouse space
  • Arranged FCL & LCL ocean shipments via freight forwarders and booked domestic trucking needs
  • Implemented and integrated NetSuite across all departments, and provided training sessions according to their individual needs
  • Handled direct reporting to CEO, report preparation, vendor agreement creation, contract review and supplier negotiations
  • Conducted research on testing and permit requirements, acquired and maintained various licenses
  • Facilitated communication between Accounting and handled bookkeeping, along with supporting various administrative functions
  • Assisted in Customer Sales and provided Customer Service

Import Buyer

Lakeshore Learning Materials
Carson, CA
01.2008 - 11.2021
  • Managed the purchase of finished products and components for just in time (JIT) production to support 60 days of safety stock at all times while minimizing overstock
  • Analyzed historical data, statistical information and sales reports to maintain accurate forecasts that accounted for seasonal sales, while quickly identifying changing sales trends to proactively adjust buying needs and promptly replenish stores
  • Balanced inventory at both West Coast and East Coast Distribution Centers across multiple sales channels
  • Worked collaboratively with multiple departments to effortlessly transition newly developed items and product revisions into inventory in a timely manner
  • Researched and gauged sales volumes for new items
  • Took appropriate measures to prevent stock situations by alerting assistant buyers to expedite vendors/factories and reported potential issues requiring further action to management with suggestions of best possible solutions such as airing or barring a sales channel
  • Valued company assets by looking to negotiate with vendors and save at every opportunity

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Ecology

University of California Irvine

Skills

  • MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Powerpoint, Teams), Google Suite, One Note Proficiency
  • Knowledge of Oracle NetSuite, JDA Advanced Store Replenishment, Chip Manhattan and Filemaker Pro software
  • Familiarity with Asana, RAMP, Stripe, 1Password, Zoom, Paylocity (manager role) and Google Meet
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Project Management
  • Staff Management
  • Logistics & Transportation Management
  • Strategic Sourcing & Procurement of Diverse Raw Material Commodities and Products
  • Supply Chain Forecasting
  • Production Scheduling
  • Budgeting & Cost-reduction Strategies
  • Performance Tracking
  • Detail Oriented
  • Strong Critical Thinking Skills
  • Process Improvement Initiatives
  • Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills

Affiliations

  • Deacon and volunteer at church
  • Assisted with Incorporating the church
  • Facilitator of the Discipleship program at church

Certification

  • Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) certifications in Supply Chain Management Principles, Transportation, Operations, and Supply Management & Procurement

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Korean
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Supply Chain Manager

LIM Living, LLC
11.2021 - Current

Import Buyer

Lakeshore Learning Materials
01.2008 - 11.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Social Ecology

University of California Irvine

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