Jennifer Weinberg
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with strong background in purchasing, vendor management and inventory control. Proven track record of identifying cost savings opportunities and developing and executing strategies to maximize sales and profits. Considered valuable asset to any team. Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Used Car Buyer
Self Employed Services
03.2020 - Current
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Analyzed current vendors and products to stay abreast of market trends and evaluate new suppliers.
- Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
- Collaborated with sales team to identify and fulfill customer needs.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
- Cultivated relationships with wholesalers and distributors to increase inventory availability.
- Interacted with vendors, store managers and other stakeholders to maintain on-time deliveries.
- Monitored and analyzed sales records, trends, or economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns.
- Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
Bartender
Cafe Del Toro
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
Auction Block Clerk
Manheim Auto Auction
12.2016 - 09.2019
- Checked figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy and proper codes.
- Operated computers programmed with accounting software to record, store and analyze information.
- Maintained, organized and stocked teller window areas.
- Properly processed deposits, withdrawals and payments for average of 300 customers daily.
- Examined financial statements and records to collect important details and verify calculations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Lawn Care Business Owner
Self Employed Services
03.2001 - 09.2019
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
Education
Emergency Medical Technology
Northwest Regional Training Center
Vancouver, WA03.2002
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Portland Community College
Portland, OR01.2002
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Pricing Analysis
- Recordkeeping Skills
- Contract Preparation
- Negotiation
- Business Understanding
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Purchase Order Management
- Pricing Knowledge
- Multitasking Strengths
- Approaching Buyers
- Sales Experience
- Customer Service
- Strategic Negotiations
Timeline
Used Car Buyer
Self Employed Services
03.2020 - Current
Bartender
Cafe Del Toro
09.2017 - 09.2019
Auction Block Clerk
Manheim Auto Auction
12.2016 - 09.2019
Lawn Care Business Owner
Self Employed Services
03.2001 - 09.2019
Emergency Medical Technology
Northwest Regional Training Center
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Portland Community College
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