Christian Zaragoza
Oxnard,CA
Summary
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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Inventory Manager
K9 Ballistics
08.2019 - Current
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
- Monitored and evaluated vendor performance to determine compliance with quality standards.
- Conducted regular research to identify trends and cost saving opportunities.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Used NetSuite to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.
Injection Mold Operator
One Fast Cat
01.2020 - Current
- Worked in team of technicians in quickly changing environment, adhering to all safety protocols and company processes.
- Set-up molding processes on Injection machines
- Changing and maintaining of tools
- Maintained safety while using heavyweight molds and forklifts
- Kept detailed records of inventories for equipment and molding supplies using Excel, Google sheets.
- Implemented techniques to streamline manufacturing and operations of work lines
- Maintained high level of adaptability by adjusting work procedures to meet specific demands of each production run.
Package Handler
Fed Ex Ground
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
Merchandise Associate
PepsiCo
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and restocked shelves, racks and bins.
- Communicated with vendors to answer questions, order samples and resolve issues.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
- Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support business.
- Collaborated with store managers to determine best placement for merchandise displays.
- Developed merchandising strategy to efficiently move overstock.
Assistant Manager
Popeye's
02.2017 - 06.2018
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Oxnard College
Oxnard, CA06.2021
GED -
Hueneme High School
Oxnard, CA06.2017
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Price Negotiation
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Profit and Loss Understanding
- Data Analysis Understanding
- Pricing Structures
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Logistics Coordination
- Microsoft Excel
- Quickbooks
- NetSuite
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Injection Mold Operator
One Fast Cat
01.2020 - Current
Purchasing Inventory Manager
K9 Ballistics
08.2019 - Current
Package Handler
Fed Ex Ground
05.2019 - 07.2019
Merchandise Associate
PepsiCo
03.2018 - 04.2019
Assistant Manager
Popeye's
02.2017 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Oxnard College
GED -
Hueneme High School
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