GINA GARCIA
West Palm Beach
Summary
Results-driven purchasing professional with 7+ years of experience in procurement, inventory oversight, and supply chain coordination. Proven success in managing supplier relationships, optimizing purchasing workflows, and leading inventory control efforts across warehouse operations. Strong communicator and team leader with a proactive approach to quality assurance and cost efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Neptune Cigars
03.2025 - Current
- Evaluate and maintain supplier relationships, ensuring high-quality standards for cigars and accessories while overseeing inventory levels across warehouses and sales channels.
- Monitor product quality and inventory, collaborating with warehouse teams to uphold freshness, proper storage, and organized categorization of high-demand and limited-edition items.
- Resolve discrepancies and supported operations, handling delivery issues, verifying invoices against purchase orders, and managing consumable materials to prevent disruptions.
Purchasing Assistant
Neptune Cigars
04.2021 - 03.2025
- Communicated with suppliers- created and processed purchase orders- tracked orders and assisted with invoiced marching. Maintained inventory levels.
Warehouse Manager
Neptune Cigars
12.2018 - 04.2021
- Monitored inventory levels - Ensured accurate records in warehouse - Trained and managed warehouse staff.
- Assigned tasks and monitored employee performance. Oversaw the receipt and storage of merchandise.
- Analyzed workflows and implemented process improvement.
Order Fulfilment
Neptune Cigars
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted in the receiving process by organizing the product from the moment it arrived to placing it organized on shelf.
- Labeling packages correctly. Picking orders by locating the correct items in the warehouse.
Sales Associate (Inventory-Focused Role)
BCBG
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Monitored and maintained accurate inventory levels by conducting regular stock checks, identifying discrepancies, and coordinating replenishment with the warehouse team.
- Organized and optimized sales floor layout by overseeing product placement, ensuring efficient stock rotation, and collaborating on inventory transfers between store and warehouse.
- Streamlined receiving and processing of merchandise shipments, verifying quantities, inspecting quality, and updating inventory records.
Technical Designer (Procurement Support)
The Willbes Dominicana
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Leveraged customer service expertise to address client inquiries and feedback, ensuring product designs met customer expectations and brand standards for Under Armour and Hanes.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication by collaborating with design, production, and customer service teams to align technical specifications with project goals and timelines.
- Supervised the sample-making process, reviewing measurements and enforcing procedural accuracy to maintain quality control and consistency across prototypes.
Quality & Printing Auditor
Knights Apparel
02.2014 - 01.2016
- Monitored and approved the correct use of artwork and Pantone colors for each style and color, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all designs.
- Advised and resolved issues related to the printing and packing stages, performing 100% quality inspections and maintaining comprehensive product records post-shipping.
Education
Furniture Design Specialist (Graduate) -
Universidad de Buenos Aires
Environmental Design, Architecture (Bachelors) - undefined
Universidad de Puerto Rico
12.2011
Skills
- Strategic Purchasing & Procurement
- Vendor Sourcing & Negotiation
- Inventory & Warehouse Management
- Supply Chain Coordination
- ERP & Inventory Systems
- Bilingual Communication (English / Spanish)
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Quality Assurance & Auditing
LNGG
Bilingual: English & Spanish
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Neptune Cigars
03.2025 - Current
Purchasing Assistant
Neptune Cigars
04.2021 - 03.2025
Warehouse Manager
Neptune Cigars
12.2018 - 04.2021
Order Fulfilment
Neptune Cigars
09.2018 - 12.2018
Sales Associate (Inventory-Focused Role)
BCBG
04.2018 - 12.2018
Technical Designer (Procurement Support)
The Willbes Dominicana
01.2016 - 03.2018
Quality & Printing Auditor
Knights Apparel
02.2014 - 01.2016
Environmental Design, Architecture (Bachelors) - undefined
Universidad de Puerto Rico
Furniture Design Specialist (Graduate) -
Universidad de Buenos Aires
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