Gely Collado

• Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
• Reduced lead times by closely monitoring inventory levels and forecasting demand accurately.
• Managed diverse portfolio of products, ensuring timely delivery and quality control.
• Leveraged data-driven insights to make informed purchasing decisions that positively impacted bottom line.
• Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
• Analyzed inventory usage and assessed trends to provide maximum coverage for each time period.
• Set schedules for staff by planning and designating shifts and hours

• Performed extensive vendor and supplier research to identify cost-effective options and product availability.
• Standardized inventory quarterly reporting and analysis and instituted corrective action for close-outs and out-of-stock items to keep inventory records current.
• Led procurement team by training staff and overseeing purchasing decisions.
• Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality, and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
• Dispensed purchase orders to suppliers with accurate pricing, deadlines and terms and conditions.
• Prepared detailed reports to highlight inventory levels, purchase orders and discrepancies.
• Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
• Achieved cost savings by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.

• Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
• Maintained sufficient inventory levels to meet customer demands at all times.
• Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and implementing efficient tracking systems.
• Labeled, organized and located inventory items in staging areas or on shelves according to quantity, size, or type of material.
• Analyzed inventory data to identify and address stock discrepancies.
• Reduced stock discrepancies with thorough monitoring of inventory levels and timely resolution of issues.
• Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
• Participated in regular cycle counts to confirm accuracy of inventory records.
• Coordinated with suppliers to guarantee timely delivery of inventory and materials.
• Achieved operational excellence by continuously improving processes, systems, and procedures related to inventory management.
• Optimized supply chain processes by collaborating with suppliers, distributors, and transportation providers for seamless inventory management.

• Traced item history to determine reason for discrepancies between inventory and stock control records.
• Inventoried warehouse stock on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
• Motivated and managed performance, activities and responsibilities of Inventory Control Team.
• Maintained control of cycle counts, physical inventory and discrepancy research.
• Cross-referenced invoices and supplies for reporting accuracy.
• Processed damaged goods and completed wasted inventory paperwork.
• Memorized facility layout and located products.
• Managed multiple complex inventory activities and client-driven projects.
• Reduced stock discrepancies through meticulous record-keeping and consistent communication with relevant departments.
• Enhanced overall efficiency of the inventory control process by updating software systems and streamlining workflow procedures.
• Collaborated with procurement teams to establish best practices for sourcing and ordering materials, ensuring effective cost control measures were in place.
• Optimized warehouse layout for efficient storage and retrieval of items, reducing time spent on locating products during order fulfillment processes.

• Spearheaded comprehensive planning initiatives for optimal resource allocation across multiple projects.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of project deliverables from inception to completion.
• Negotiated vendor contracts to secure favorable pricing and terms, ultimately reducing project expenses.
• Improved overall project success rates through meticulous attention to detail and thorough analysis of potential obstacles.
• Optimized resource utilization by identifying areas of improvement in existing processes and recommending actionable steps toward increased efficiency.
• Established strong relationships with key stakeholders for collaborative decision-making regarding crucial aspects of projects.
• Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
• Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.

Joint Masters degree program with the ITLA (Instituto Tecnologico Las Americas) and Stevens Institute of Technology, specifically created by the Secretary of Education for Advanced Education.

• GPA 3.6

• First Honors
• Scholarship Recipient Educational Excellence
• GPA 3.7