Cheryle Slayton

The Abbey Food Service Group

Enosburg Falls, Vermont

09.1999 - Current

Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable pricing and terms.
Developed purchasing strategies to align with company goals and budget.
Coordinated with culinary teams to understand ingredient needs and preferences.
Implemented procurement processes to streamline purchasing activities.
Developed and implemented purchasing policies and procedures.
Attended trade shows and conferences related to Purchasing and Supply Chain Management in order to stay abreast of latest industry trends.
Established relationships with key vendors, ensuring quality products and services are delivered on time at competitive prices.
Provided training and mentoring support for junior team members on topics such as procurement strategies and negotiation techniques.
Resolved issues arising from defective material received from suppliers by coordinating returns and replacements within stipulated timelines.
Analyzed current purchasing contracts to identify cost savings opportunities.
Prepared requests for proposals and evaluated responses from suppliers to select the most suitable vendor based on price, quality of service offered.
Tracked and approved procurement plans and inventory levels.
Collected operations data and created spreadsheets detailing trends.
Implemented quality control procedures to ensure received products met required standards.
Organized and prioritized projects.