David Smith
Riverside,CA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in the Vitamin, Supplement, and Natural Foods Industry, excelling in purchase order management and supplier relationship management. Demonstrated success in enhancing inventory efficiency and fostering vendor relations, achieving significant cost savings. Skilled in negotiation and customer service, adept at driving sales and promotional initiatives through strategic purchasing and pricing analysis. Seasoned Buyer bringing in-depth retail and professional experience in diverse environments. First-rate planner, manager and communicator highly trained in purchasing and supply chain management. Proficient in managing purchasing needs in high-volume retail operations. Skilled research and forecasting abilities with strengths in communication and key relationship management.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Clark's Nutrition And Natural Foods Market
05.2017 - Current
- 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.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Developed, implemented, and managed internal volume purchase and distribution program.
- Conducted a rigorous assessment and selection of vendors and products through a meticulous vetting process.
- Collaborated closely with the Marketing department to strategize and execute sales and promotional initiatives.
- Created, reviewed, and utilized reports to thoroughly analyze the product assortment within the department.
Store Manager
Clark's Nutrition And Natural Foods Market
10.1994 - 05.2017
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
California State University San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA12.2001
Skills
- Purchase Order Management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Inventory Monitoring
- Demand forecasting
- Customer Service
- Pricing negotiations
- Pricing Analysis
- Verbal and written communication
- Purchasing strategies
- Negotiation
- Database Maintenance
Timeline
Buyer
Clark's Nutrition And Natural Foods Market
05.2017 - Current
Store Manager
Clark's Nutrition And Natural Foods Market
10.1994 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
California State University San Bernardino
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