CARLOS PRIETO
Coral Springs,Florida
Summary
Dedicated purchasing professional specializing in logistics coordination, vendor relations and inventory management. Reliable, top-notch sales associate with outstanding customer service skills and relationship-building strengths. Dedicated to welcoming customers and providing comprehensive service. In-depth understanding of sales strategy and merchandising techniques.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Maritime Management LLC
12.2018 - Current
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and reduced lead times.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Implemented strategic sourcing initiatives, reducing overall purchasing costs.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
Wholesales Representative
West Marine
12.2004 - 12.2018
- Increased sales revenue by establishing and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing tailored product presentations and addressing customer inquiries promptly.
- Expanded account base through effective prospecting, cold calling, and networking within the industry.
- Collaborated with sales team to develop targeted strategies for new market penetration.
- Streamlined order processing and inventory management, ensuring timely deliveries and minimizing stock shortages.
- Identified opportunities for cross-selling and upselling, maximizing revenue potential from existing customers.
- Consistently exceeded quarterly sales targets through aggressive outreach and personalized customer interactions.
Sales Desk Lead/ Port Supply
West Marine
02.2004 - 12.2004
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently resolving technical issues and providing excellent service.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback to team members.
- Established effective communication channels between the service desk team and other departments, fostering collaboration and information sharing.
- Streamlined service desk operations for increased productivity and faster response times.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Store Asst. Manager
West Marine
05.2001 - 02.2004
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Reduced shrinkage levels through vigilant monitoring of potential theft situations and adherence to loss prevention policies.
- Enhanced store appearance by creating visually appealing displays, ensuring cleanliness, and organizing products for easy accessibility.
- Assisted in achieving sales targets through suggestive selling techniques and knowledge of current promotions.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, turning negative experiences into positive outcomes.
- Increased store efficiency by maintaining accurate inventory records and restocking merchandise as needed.
- Promoted sales growth by assisting customers with product selection and offering knowledgeable recommendations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Miami Sunset Senior High School
Miami, FL06.1994
Skills
- Bilingual Spanish/English written and verbal communicational skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Resourcefulness
- Procurement Expertise
- Price Negotiation
- Data Analysis Understanding
- Distribution Experience
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Profit and Loss Understanding
- Reporting Knowledge
- Budget Management
- New Vendor Setup
- Cost Reduction
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Maritime Management LLC
12.2018 - Current
Wholesales Representative
West Marine
12.2004 - 12.2018
Sales Desk Lead/ Port Supply
West Marine
02.2004 - 12.2004
Store Asst. Manager
West Marine
05.2001 - 02.2004
High School Diploma -
Miami Sunset Senior High School
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