Ciara Andrews
Hampton,GA
Summary
Accomplished Senior Buyer offering 16 years of experience in researching and purchasing highly-desirable products to meet consumer needs. Talented in building strong relationships with top suppliers and negotiating prices for best value when making purchases. Expert in maintaining in-depth knowledge of product trends and current market pricing.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Buyer
Phoenix Wholesale Foodservice
02.2008 - Current
- Achieved cost savings by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
- Improved procurement efficiency by streamlining processes and optimizing supply chain management.
- Enhanced supplier performance through regular evaluations and performance improvement plans.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and mutual growth.
- Reduced lead times by closely monitoring inventory levels and forecasting demand accurately.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of products, ensuring timely delivery and quality control.
- Identified new suppliers through market research, generating competitive bids for better pricing.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, providing valuable insights to inform purchasing decisions.
- Conducted thorough spend analysis to identify areas for potential cost savings and efficiencies.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing optimal terms and pricing structures.
- Optimized inventory management practices, reducing excess stock and minimizing carrying costs.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing ideas for more effective procurement processes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Faith Academy
Stockbridge, GASkills
- Competitive sourcing
- Product procurement
- Supplier Negotiations
- Records Management
- Inventory Control
- Researching products
- Demand forecasting
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Industry Expertise
- Vendor Negotiations
- Strategic Sourcing
- Influencing skills
- Purchasing strategy
- Inventory Oversight
- Cost Control
- Customer Focus
- Vendor coordination
- Recordkeeping skills
- Pricing negotiations
- Inventory Monitoring
- Relationship Building
- Continuous process improvements
- Customer Service
- Forecasting
- Purchasing expertise
Accomplishments
My most important accomplishment is raising my 2 daughters and watching them grow into strong, beautiful, independent women.
Timeline
Senior Buyer
Phoenix Wholesale Foodservice
02.2008 - Current
High School Diploma -
Faith Academy
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