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Gabrielle Delman

Woodland Hills,CA

Summary

Adept in procurement software and a master of negotiation, I significantly enhanced efficiency and cut costs across various roles, notably as Director of Procurement, I managed $4.8 million dollars of inventory at LSG/SkyChefs, achieving $750,000 in annual savings. My keen eye for detail and strong supplier relationships have consistently improved supply chain operations and vendor performance.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Compatible Purchaser

Royal Imaging
Chatsworth, CA
02.2014 - 02.2023
  • Implemented purchasing strategies to cut costs and improve efficiency.
  • Monitored product margins and managed product resales.
  • Tracked product and supply inventories and reported findings to supervisors.
  • Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
  • Analyzed vendor performance, reviewed compliance, and communicated corrective action requirements to vendors.
  • Maintained relationships with existing suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
  • Negotiated product prices, discounts and shipping incentives with vendors.

Director of Procurement

LSG/SkyChefs
Los Angeles, CA
03.2001 - 05.2014
  • Assisted in developing long-term strategic objectives related to purchasing and supply chain management.
  • Researched and compared vendor and supplier prices generating $750,000 annual cost savings.
  • Delegated tasks to procurement teams to expedite work processes.
  • Developed and implemented purchasing strategies to reduce costs and improve efficiency across $4.8 million of perishable food items per month.
  • Monitored inventory levels and established reorder points as needed to maintain sufficient stock levels.

Director of Food Production and Mtrls Mgmnt

LSG/SkyChefs
Los Angeles, CA
02.1996 - 07.2001
  • Streamlined supply chain management to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
  • Directed operations to improve efficiency and increase profit margins.
  • Prepared presentations for board meetings summarizing key developments within the company.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures.

Senior Production Planner

Abbott Laboratories Limited
South Pasadena, CA
03.1994 - 06.1996
  • Reduced operating costs by synchronizing sales goals with production.
  • Coordinated with procurement team to ensure timely delivery of materials and components.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure optimal pricing and terms for goods and services.

Planner Scheduler

Redken Laboratories
Canoga Park, CA
03.1978 - 03.1994
  • Monitored and reported on the progress of planning projects, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Prepared documents outlining proposed changes in policy or procedure prior to approval by senior leadership team.

Education

MBA - Marketing

CSUN
Chatsworth
12-1991

Bachelor of Science - Business

Pierce College
Woodland Hills CA
05-1988

Skills

  • Procurement software proficiency
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Vendor evaluation
  • Eye for detail
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Negotiation expertise

Timeline

Compatible Purchaser

Royal Imaging
02.2014 - 02.2023

Director of Procurement

LSG/SkyChefs
03.2001 - 05.2014

Director of Food Production and Mtrls Mgmnt

LSG/SkyChefs
02.1996 - 07.2001

Senior Production Planner

Abbott Laboratories Limited
03.1994 - 06.1996

Planner Scheduler

Redken Laboratories
03.1978 - 03.1994

MBA - Marketing

CSUN

Bachelor of Science - Business

Pierce College
Gabrielle Delman