JOSE BERMUDEZ
Namar Foods
Long Beach,CA
13
years of professional experience
Dynamic Purchasing Manager at Namar Foods with a proven track record in strategic sourcing and vendor management. Expert in contract negotiation and inventory optimization, I enhanced supplier relationships, achieving significant cost savings. Bilingual professional skilled in ERP systems, I drive compliance and quality standards while fostering strong customer relations.
A procurement professional with comprehensive understanding of vendor management and supply chain optimization. Known for effectively negotiating with suppliers and ensuring timely delivery of quality materials. Valued for collaborative team efforts and adaptability to changing business needs.
Work History
Purchasing Manager
1 Year 9 Months- Established preferred suppliers for categories and implemented programs to develop, improve and manage supply base performance.
- Managed inventory levels and optimized stock replenishment processes, maintaining availability of items.
- Developed and maintained key stakeholder relationships to create strategic sourcing models in support of business unit requirements.
- Managed bidding process for major purchases to ensure competitiveness.
- Analyzed market trends to anticipate price changes and availability.
- Resolved issues related to shipment errors or defective products promptly.
- Streamlined vendor selection processes based on historical performance data.
- Built strategic relationships with key suppliers to obtain best possible pricing.
- Guided and directed work of purchasing staff members.
- Authored contract documents in line with budget control strategies, fair pricing knowledge and strategic management practices.
- Used negotiation skills to maximize value and cost savings benefits and lower risk.
Procurement Buyer
2 Years- Learned commodities categories in full to best understand optimal purchasing strategies, item options and vendor capabilities.
- Monitored inventory and adjusted strategies to balance levels between need and excess.
- Supported on-time delivery of raw supplies to successfully meet customer delivery timelines in manufacture of products.
- Followed master production schedule to optimize materials availability.
- Identified customer preferences and forecasted consumer trends.
- Worked with contract representatives to resolve problems with delivery timelines and performance.
- Optimized cost-effective transportation options to meet financial targets.
- Authorized invoice payments and merchandise returns.
- Explored budgets and product lines for specific locations and merchandise lines.
- Monitored stock levels and placed orders for new merchandise to replenish inventory.
- Investigated customers' account balances and resolved payment inquiries to remove discrepancies.
- Verified and posted account transactions in general ledger to record purchases and sales.
- Partnered with purchasing, sales and customer service teams to best target procurement.
- Implemented sustainability criteria into the purchasing process, prioritizing eco-friendly products.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure competitive prices for merchandise.
- Streamlined procurement processes, reducing lead times for receiving merchandise.
- Evaluated performance of suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery speed.
- Worked closely with the finance department to manage budgets and control costs.
- Implemented purchasing strategies that improved profit margins.
- Forecasted demand for products based on seasonal changes and market trends.
Procurement Specialist II
3 Years 9 Months- Developed and executed procurement strategies to optimize supplier performance and cost efficiency.
- Analyzed market trends to identify potential suppliers and negotiate favorable contracts.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on procurement goals and project timelines.
- Managed vendor relationships, fostering collaboration to enhance service delivery and product quality.
- Led training sessions for junior staff on best practices in procurement processes and compliance standards.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined procurement workflows and reduced lead times.
- Conducted risk assessments of supply chain disruptions, developing contingency plans to mitigate impact.
- Utilized ERP systems to track inventory levels, purchase orders, and supplier performance metrics effectively.
Buyer
2 Years 11 Months- Provided solutions, recommendations, and replacements, using an empathetic approach and demeanor.
- Managed inbound and outbound calls to respond to inquiries and resolve concerns.
- Managed details of completing sales payments, refunds, and exchanges, including issuing store credit.
- Responded to concerns or complaints of members by taking prompt action, investigating and resolving wide range of issues.
- Acted as company ambassador, professionally delivering high level of service and high-quality support to every customer.
- Addressed customer concerns and complaints, resolving issues quickly and efficiently.
- Implemented best practices in fostering exceptional customer care support and satisfying customers.
- Prepared order sheets and sent out invoices and statements for payments due.
- Generated reports, correspondence, and documentation for internal and customer use.
- Completed and processed paperwork and records with attention to detail to ensure accurate entry of important data in company CRM.
- Cross-sold financial services aggressively to customers and followed up with existing account holders to offer new products.
- Coordinated with team members to reach sales targets by supporting complete sales cycle.
- Evaluated supplier options according to prices and quality to determine best choices.
- Monitored stock levels and placed orders for new merchandise to replenish inventory.
- Sourced new suppliers for product lines to improve delivery, price, or quality terms.
- Negotiated terms of agreements to achieve best deals for company.
- Learned commodities categories in full to best understand optimal purchasing strategies, item options and vendor capabilities.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with suppliers, resulting in fewer supply chain delays and better operations flow.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
- Theta Chi Fraternity
- Economics Club
High School Diploma
- ASB Student
- Mexican Student Association
Skills
Bilingual
Financial reporting
ERP/MRP (Microsoft and Oracle)
Purchasing strategy development
Quality control analysis
Forecast monitoring
Cost control
Maintain quality standards
Customer relations
Accounts payable and receivable
Inventory monitoring
Contract negotiation
Supplier sourcing
Logistics planning
Environmental health and safety
Evaluated supplier options according to prices and quality to determine best choices.
Purchase order management
Supplier relationship management
Vendor relationship management
Inventory coordination
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Namar Foods
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Procurement Buyer
Latitude 36 Foods
01.2023 - 01.2025Read More
Procurement Specialist II
Genentech
04.2019 - 01.2023Read More
Buyer
North Coast Medical
07.2013 - 06.2016Read More
Watsonville High School
High School Diploma
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San Jose State University
Bachelor of Arts from Political Science
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