BRENDA NARANJO
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Accomplished Buyer Specialist with a proven track record at US Coast Guard, adept in strategic sourcing and enhancing procurement efficiency. Skilled in SAP and Excel, demonstrating strong analytical capabilities and a knack for fostering long-term vendor relationships. Achieved significant cost savings through meticulous market analysis and pricing strategies, showcasing exceptional negotiation and data management skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Buyer
SMTC MC ASSEMBLY
09.2019 - 10.2023
- Reviewed purchasing trends and forecast demand for inventory planning and replenishment.
- Assisted in developing seasonal buying plans, ensuring optimal merchandise assortment to meet customer demands.
- Maintained accurate purchase order records, ensuring timely delivery of goods and smooth communication with vendors.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to develop targeted advertising campaigns, highlighting key product features and driving sales growth.
- Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
Buyer
THALES AVONICS
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Played key role in contract negotiations, achieving favorable terms that supported company's budgetary objectives.
Buyer Specialist
US COAST GUARD
06.2013 - 08.2016
- Supported business expansion efforts through strategic sourcing initiatives tailored towards emerging markets or product lines.
- Conducted regular audits of vendor contracts to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Enhanced procurement efficiency by streamlining the purchasing process and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Reduced lead times on key items by optimizing order quantities and stocking strategies based on historical demand patterns.
- Participated in trade shows to identify new potential suppliers for various product categories.
Pricing Analyst
WINN DIXIE HEADQUARTERS
09.2003 - 04.2013
- Streamlined pricing processes through automation, increasing efficiency and accuracy of data management.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial reporting by implementing strict quality control measures for pricing data.
- Improved pricing strategies by analyzing market trends and competitor pricing data.
- Adjusted prices via pre-set schedules, supply management department costs and other factors on regular basis.
- Contributed to the development of pricing policies and guidelines, ensuring consistency and compliance across all business units.
- Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cradock High School
Portsmouth, VA06-1985
Skills
- Power Point
- Microsoft
- Excel
- SAP
- Analytical mindset
- Strong negotiation skills
- Product procurement
- Problem-solving capacity
- Customer service
- Ordering and purchasing
- Global procurement
Certification
- Federal Employee of the Year
- Cost Guard Employee of the Month
Timeline
Assistant Buyer
SMTC MC ASSEMBLY
09.2019 - 10.2023
Buyer
THALES AVONICS
09.2016 - 08.2019
Buyer Specialist
US COAST GUARD
06.2013 - 08.2016
Pricing Analyst
WINN DIXIE HEADQUARTERS
09.2003 - 04.2013
- Federal Employee of the Year
- Cost Guard Employee of the Month
High School Diploma -
Cradock High School
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