JASON BUCHANAN
Lakeside,California
Summary
Accomplished Purchasing Manager with history of overseeing multi-million dollar procurement operations. Strategic planner offering demonstrated track record and core strengths in key relationship management and inventory management as well as persuasive contract negotiation skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager , Food Service
Selrico Services Inc.
San Diego
10.2018 - Current
- Implemented effective policies and procedures for food service operations.
- Managed the daily operations of the kitchen, cafeteria, and catering services.
- Secured advantageous terms through negotiations with vendors and suppliers.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels to support uninterrupted operations.
- Implemented measures to decrease expenses and uphold quality standards
- Ensured accurate documentation of sales, labor costs, food costs, and waste management data.
Contracting Officer Representative
USCG Sector San Diego
San Diego
07.2015 - 05.2018
- Attended pre-bid conferences and post-award meetings with contractors to ensure that their performance meets or exceeds contractual requirements.
- Monitored contractor's performance against contractual requirements ensuring timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Assisted in the development of RFPs, SOWs and other documents related to the acquisition process.
- Reviewed and approved contractor invoices for accuracy, completeness and compliance with contractual requirements.
- Assisted in negotiations with vendors regarding pricing, delivery schedules, terms and conditions .
Food Service Officer
United States Coast Guard /USCGC POLAR STAR
Seattle, WA
06.2014 - 07.2015
- Ensured availability of required supplies by effectively managing inventory levels.
- Took charge of ship's financial operations by handling daily transaction reconciliation, cash payment balancing, and depositing earnings at the Coast Guard Finance Center.
- Administered procurement process for food products, kitchen equipment, and food service supplies.
- Collaborated with vendors to achieve competitive pricing on food and supply contracts.
Education
Chief Petty Officer's Academy / Senior Leadership
Petaluma, CA03-2016
Contracting Officer's Representative Level 2
San Diego, CA07-2015
Food Service Paperwork And Management
Traverse City, MI04-2005
Restaurant And Food Services Management
Food Service Specialist A School
San Diego, CA02-1994
High School Diploma -
Trinity High School
Washington06-1993
Skills
- Project Management
- Cost Control
- Vendor Sourcing
- Inventory Control
- Budget Control
- Purchasing and procurement
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Manager , Food Service
Selrico Services Inc.
10.2018 - Current
Contracting Officer Representative
USCG Sector San Diego
07.2015 - 05.2018
Food Service Officer
United States Coast Guard /USCGC POLAR STAR
06.2014 - 07.2015
Chief Petty Officer's Academy / Senior Leadership
Contracting Officer's Representative Level 2
Food Service Paperwork And Management
Restaurant And Food Services Management
Food Service Specialist A School
High School Diploma -
Trinity High School
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