Ivonne Gaytan
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Buyer II with over 14 years of aerospace experience. Well-versed in planning and executing daily and special inventory buys. Proficient in purchasing and procurement environments. Expert at supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on consistent schedule. Resourceful Purchaser efficiently negotiates with vendors to process and create purchase orders to meet supply and demand. Collaborates with buyers and Production Supervisor an Leads to address evolving marketplace needs. Functions under minimal supervision but also excels in team environments to attain schedules, demand goals and fulfill customer requests. Talented Buyer experienced in vendor and inventory management. Knowledgeable about pricing structures, supplier relations and contract negotiation.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer Specialist
Safran Aerospace
09.2007 - 01.2020
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
- Analyzed bids, troubleshot discrepancies and performed other necessary purchasing functions, managing balanced budget and supporting customer satisfaction.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels based on management direction and customer demand.
- Administered purchase order processes and placed orders as requested, streamlining ordering process and receipt organization for future reference.
- Prepared periodic purchasing and supply reports, verifying supply and establishing professional connections with vendor representatives.
- Analyzed and reviewed reorder report recommendations for daily and weekly replenishment, making recommendations on product offerings based on consumer data.
- Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
- Communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories.
Planner
Safran Cabin Interiors
09.2007 - 01.2020
- Prioritized schedules to meet project goals and overall customer satisfaction.
- Recognized potential issues with inventory and quality control and engineered changes.
- Cultivated and strengthened relationships with new clients and educated clients on account services and capabilities.
- Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
- Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, from Shipset to Shipset, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables.
- Employed accurate forecasting to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
Education
High School Diploma -
Katella High School
Anaheim, CASkills
- Ordering and Purchasing
- Supplier Relations
- Price Negotiation
- Discount Terms Negotiations
- Proposal Reviews
- Invoice Payment Authorization
- Critical Thinking
- Strategic planning
- Purchasing expertise
- Quality assurance
- Vendor coordination
- Purchasing procedures
- Materials sourcing
- Continuous process improvements
- Goods procurement
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Buyer Specialist
Safran Aerospace
09.2007 - 01.2020
Planner
Safran Cabin Interiors
09.2007 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Katella High School
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