Open To Work
Jay Salonga
Sparks,NV
Summary
Results-oriented Buyer/Supply Chain professional with 20 years of experience in procurement and strategic sourcing. Proven track record of driving cost savings, optimizing supplier relationships, and enhancing procurement efficiency. Expertise in customs compliance, inventory control, and transportation logistics, complemented by a commitment to quality improvement initiatives that boost revenue. Aiming to leverage extensive supply chain knowledge in a leadership role within a progressive organization.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Manager
H&T Nevada
Sparks, NV
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
- Reviewed purchase orders, contracts and invoices to ensure accuracy.
- Resolved any discrepancies between purchase orders and actual receipts of goods or services.
- Maintained records of all purchases including item descriptions, costs, quantities received.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure the availability of products.
- Resolved discrepancies in invoices and deliveries, ensuring accuracy in billing and inventory.
- Utilize MRP systems for purchase order processing, tracking, and inventory management.
- Developed vendor relationships to enhance procurement processes and pricing strategies.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline warehouse operations and reduce delays.
- Analyzed supply chain data to identify trends and improve operational efficiency.
- Led cross-functional teams to align supply chain strategies with business goals.
- Trained staff on best practices in inventory management and logistics procedures.
- Identified potential suppliers and negotiated contracts that met the company's needs in terms of pricing, quality, service level agreements.
Glass Supply Chain Planner
TricorBraun
St Louis, MO
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed and executed supply chain strategies, ensuring the availability of glass products while optimizing costs and reducing lead times.
- Conducted demand forecasting and analysis to determine production requirements, minimizing stockouts and excess inventory.
- Collaborated with sales and production teams to create production schedules, aligning them with customer demands and inventory levels.
- Managed supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, monitoring performance, and resolving any issues or discrepancies.
- Coordinated with logistics partners to arrange timely and cost-effective transportation of glass products, ensuring on-time delivery to customers.
- Monitored key supply chain metrics, identified areas for improvement, and implemented process enhancements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Account Coordinator II
TricorBraun
San Francisco, CA
11.2018 - 01.2021
- Acted as the primary point of contact for assigned client accounts, ensuring their needs were met and maintaining strong relationships.
- Assisted Packaging Consultants in executing account strategies and achieving sales targets.
- Coordinated client onboarding and implementation processes, ensuring a seamless transition and client satisfaction.
- Managed client inquiries and requests, providing timely and accurate responses.
- Prepared and presented reports on account activities, including sales performance, customer feedback, and market trends.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth communication and efficient project delivery.
Identified opportunities for account growth and upselling, working closely with Packaging Consultants to maximize revenue. - Assisted in resolving any issues or conflicts that arose during the account management process.
Maintained accurate and up-to-date client records in CRM software. - Conducted regular client check-ins to assess satisfaction levels and identify areas for improvement.
Project Support
Packaging Corporation Of America
San Lorenzo, CA
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Assisted in the coordination and support of packaging projects within the corrugated industry.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop project timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Prepared and maintained project documentation, including project plans, progress reports, and meeting minutes.
- Coordinated project meetings, ensuring timely scheduling, agenda preparation, and documentation of action items.
- Supported the project team in tracking project progress, identifying risks, and proposing mitigation strategies.
- Assisted in ensuring compliance with quality standards and industry regulations.
- Utilized project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project) to track and manage project activities.
Buyer/Merchandiser
Ernest Packaging Solutions
Sparks, NV
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Managed supplier relationships, ensuring strong partnerships and timely delivery of materials.
- Negotiated spend for raw materials and services agreements, resulting in cost savings of 30%.
- Maintained daily Purchase Order (PO) delivery schedules through expediting and communication with suppliers.
- Managed PO and invoice reconciliation, resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Conducted sourcing activities to identify new products and suppliers, investigating their viability and quality.
- Exceeded expected turnaround times, providing exceptional customer service to both external and internal stakeholders.
- Established target selling prices for made-to-order merchandise and non-stock/in-stock items, balancing profitability and market competitiveness.
- Created and maintained part numbers and initial cost set-ups within Great Plains.
- Monitored and managed inventory levels in stock and just-in-time (JIT) categories.
- Updated costing after verification by vendors, ensuring accurate cost information.
- Processed merchandise control requests promptly and efficiently.
- Maintained an up-to-date log of suppliers' price increases, enabling proactive cost management.
- Managed all procurement-related documents, including correspondence and quotes, ensuring organization and accessibility.
Purchasing Manager
Resource Packaging
Reno, NV
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Led procurement processes, negotiating spend for raw materials and services agreements, resulting in significant cost savings.
- Ensured timely delivery of purchased items by expediting daily Purchase Order (PO) deliveries.
- Developed and maintained strong supplier relationships, optimizing supplier performance, and managing contract compliance.
- Successfully managed PO and invoice reconciliation issues, collaborating with internal stakeholders and suppliers for timely resolution.
- Designed and implemented PO, blanket order, and consignment programs, improving efficiency and reducing costs.
- Developed purchasing plans based on turn projections, optimizing inventory levels and reducing carrying costs.
- Utilized QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and Word to run reports pertaining to inventory, accounting, and sales figures, providing insights for decision-making.
Purchasing Manager
Sinclair Imports
Verdi, NV
01.2003 - 03.2014
- Campagnolo, Shimano OEM/Aftermarket, SRAM, ZIPP Wheels, and Argon 18 Bicycles components procurement.
- Purchasing plan development based on turn projections.
- Purchase order management, rescheduling, and cancellation.
- Coordination of shipping and rescheduling requirements with multiple locations, freight carriers, and freight forwarders.
- Familiarity with international and domestic shipping regulations.
- Invoice verification and discrepancy resolution.
- Backorder tracking and management.
- Key account management for sales optimization.
- Customer service and product inquiry handling.
- Microsoft Great Plains, Excel, and other software applications for inventory, accounting, and sales reporting.
- Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
College of Alameda
Alameda, CASome College (No Degree) - Accounting and Business Management
Heald Business College
HaywardSkills
- Strategic sourcing
- Contract negotiation
- Supplier management
- Cost reduction
- Market analysis
- Supply chain optimization
- Procurement software
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Logistics coordination
- Demand forecasting
- Supplier negotiation
- Problem solving
- Project management
- ERP systems proficiency
- Supply and demand requirements
- Global sourcing
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Supply Chain Manager
H&T Nevada
07.2023 - Current
Glass Supply Chain Planner
TricorBraun
01.2021 - 05.2023
Account Coordinator II
TricorBraun
11.2018 - 01.2021
Project Support
Packaging Corporation Of America
05.2018 - 11.2018
Buyer/Merchandiser
Ernest Packaging Solutions
06.2016 - 03.2018
Purchasing Manager
Resource Packaging
09.2014 - 06.2016
Purchasing Manager
Sinclair Imports
01.2003 - 03.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
College of Alameda
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting and Business Management
Heald Business College