Executive Buyer and Merchandiser at Gerych's Special Events & Floral Design, adept at supplier negotiation and budget management. Achieved significant cost savings through strategic purchasing strategies and enhanced vendor relationships. Skilled in trend forecasting and training development, fostering a collaborative team environment to drive profitability and operational efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Buyer and Merchandiser
Gerych's Special Events & Floral Design
08.2011 - Current
Analyzed purchasing trends, identifying opportunities for cost reductions and product improvements.
Enhanced profitability by negotiating bulk purchase discounts from key suppliers.
Organized training sessions for junior buyers, ensuring they were well-versed in company procedures and policies related to procurement operations.
Established a centralized purchasing strategy that consolidated orders across departments leading to significant cost savings.
Managed annual budgeting process for the purchasing department, aligning expenditures with company goals.
Reviewed requisitions, prepared purchase orders and drafted bid requests for buying team and associates, keeping ahead of demand through proactive planning.
Maintained accurate records of all purchases, streamlining audits, and compliance checks related to the purchasing function within the organization.
Evaluated past spending patterns and developed recommendations on how resources could be better allocated.
Successfully resolved disputes with vendors, maintaining positive working relationships while upholding company interests.
Estimated product values according to market price, adjusting with fluctuations and offering discounts during product inventory surpluses.
Worked with vendors to obtain product or service information.
Conducted market research to identify new suppliers and evaluate their potential for business partnership.
Negotiated favorable contract terms with suppliers, resulting in cost savings and improved delivery times.
Collaborated with sales team to forecast demand accurately and plan inventory levels accordingly.
Reviewed bid proposals, negotiating contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.
Played an active role in the development of new products by providing input on materials availabilitycosts.
Analyzed inventory usage and assessed trends to provide maximum coverage for each time period.
Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery, and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
Collaborated with buyers for special events and seasonal promotions to maintain adequate product stock and drive sales.
Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability, and negotiated favorable contracts.
Dispensed purchase orders to suppliers with accurate pricing, deadlines and terms and conditions.
Performed extensive vendor and supplier research to identify cost-effective options and product availability.
Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
Established and maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing and payment terms.
Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
05-1997
Bachelor of Science - Minor: Psychology
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
05-1997
Skills
Cost analysis
Supplier negotiation
Budget management
Inventory management
Vendor relationship management
Contract management
Market research
Training and development
Effective communication
Team collaboration
Problem solving
Conflict resolution
Interpersonal skills
Trend forecasting
Customer relations
Customer-oriented
Vendor negotiations
Team player
Timeline
Executive Buyer and Merchandiser
Gerych's Special Events & Floral Design
08.2011 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science - Minor: Psychology
Grand Valley State University
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