Deisy Herrera
Ontario
Summary
Detail-oriented and analytical Procurement Specialist / Buyer with over 2 years of experience in purchasing in a fast-paced distribution environments. Proven ability to optimize procurement processes, manage supplier relationships, and ensure on-time delivery of goods. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration, inventory control, and data-driven decision-making. Adept in Microsoft Office and ERP/purchasing systems with a strong understanding of procurement compliance and best practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer II
Gold Star Foods
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborate with category managers, sales, and logistics teams to forecast and procure materials based on demand planning and production schedules.
- Maintain optimal inventory levels by analyzing historical data, trends, and forecasts, preventing stockouts and minimizing excess inventory.
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, pricing, and delivery commitments; resolve issues related to lead times, quality, or pricing discrepancies.
- Track procurement KPIs (on-time delivery, cost savings, vendor performance) and present weekly reports to leadership.
- Support purchasing team by mentoring junior buyers and coordinating with Buyer III and Purchasing Manager on procurement strategies.
- Utilize ERP and procurement systems to manage purchase orders, update vendor records, and track shipments and receipts.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Enforce compliance with internal procurement policies and applicable regulations.
- Built long-term supplier relationships
Purchasing Coordinator / Junior Buyer
Previous Company
11.2021 - 01.2024
- Maintained accurate vendor and item records in ERP system; tracked pricing updates and confirm orders
- Monitored delivery schedules and collaborated with logistics teams to ensure timely receipt of goods.
- Assisted in analyzing procurement data for budgeting and forecasting purposes.
- Supported cost-saving initiatives by ordering within the contracted quantity
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with company policies before approval, minimizing errors and potential disputes.
- Contacted each vendor and recorded information regarding price, availability and quality of products.
- Created purchase orders
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stockouts and excess inventory costs while maintaining optimal product availability.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications And Business
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA07-2027
Skills
- Procurement
- Inventory Optimization
- Cost Analysis
- ERP Systems (Nav Microsoft)
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Supply Chain Logistics
- Compliance & Policy Adherence
- KPI Reporting & Data Analytics
- K-12 School Nutrition
Timeline
Buyer II
Gold Star Foods
01.2024 - Current
Purchasing Coordinator / Junior Buyer
Previous Company
11.2021 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Communications And Business
Mt. San Antonio College
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