Jessica Flores
Wesley Chapel,FL
Summary
Supply chain professional with deep expertise in logistics optimization and strategic supply chain planning. Valued for ability to drive process improvements and enhance operational efficiency. Known for strong collaboration skills and achieving impactful results, adaptable to dynamic environments. Proficient in demand forecasting and inventory management, with focus on delivering value.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Buyer
UNFI, United Natural Foods
Tampa, FL
01.2021 - Current
- Track purchase orders from placement to delivery
- Perform vendor analysis
- Create reports detailing purchases made, budget spending and other relevant information.
- Review vendor abilities against company benchmarks for reliability, quality assurance, and consistency.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for optimal terms and conditions.
- Monitored supplier performance to ensure timely delivery of products in accordance with quality standards.
- Maintain relationships with vendors
- Develop pricing based on company guideline
- Demand planning and forecasting
- Investigate, resolve supplier invoice discrepancies
- Coordinated material sourcing to ensure timely availability for production schedules.
- Streamlined ordering processes, reducing lead times and improving procurement efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, resulting in cost savings and increased operational efficiency.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing.
- Used ABAP and 4 Workbench to produce interactive reports and SAP scripts.
- Analyzed market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and enhance product offerings.
- Conducted market research and analysis to identify potential new suppliers and stay informed on industry trends.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions in the supply chain due to unforeseen events or issues.
Merchandising Specialist
Sysco Guest Supply
Plant City, FL
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Developed and implemented merchandising strategies to maximize product sales
- Collaborated with vendors on new product launches, pricing strategies, and promotional initiatives.
- Engaged in interdisciplinary meetings to maintain synchronization among merchandising, operations, finance, and marketing departments.
- Implemented process improvements aimed at increasing efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
- Provided guidance and support to internal teams regarding category trends, competitive intelligence, and best practices.
- Reviewed SKU level data from POS systems in order to identify trends and insights at the item level.
- Implemented best-practice shelf placement strategies to optimize retail space utilization while maximizing consumer appeal at point-of-purchase locations.
- Developed innovative category strategies for improved product positioning and increased market share.
- Evaluated category performance metrics regularly to identify areas of opportunity for enhancements or adjustments to strategy implementation.
Sales Manager
Ford Motor Credit Company
Tampa, FL
10.2001 - 12.2020
- Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
- Created and presented monthly reports to management on sales performance.
- Provided technical support for customers when needed, answering questions about product features and capabilities.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase market share.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives, enhancing supplier negotiations and procurement strategies.
- Analyzed supply chain data to identify trends, driving strategic decision-making for future material needs.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for staff, increasing operational efficiency and safety compliance.
Education
BBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06-2024
Skills
- Supply chain forecasting
- Product tracking
- Supply chain planning
- Excel
- Process Improvements
- Project Management
- SAP ALV reports
- Demand planning software
- Production planning
- WMS and Power BI mastery
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Buyer
UNFI, United Natural Foods
01.2021 - Current
Merchandising Specialist
Sysco Guest Supply
01.2020 - 01.2023
Sales Manager
Ford Motor Credit Company
10.2001 - 12.2020
BBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix