Jose Velasquez
tucson,az
There’s no shortage of remarkable ideas, what’s missing is the will to execute them.
Seth Godin
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Buyer
R.E. Darling Co., Inc.
Tucson
02.2022 - Current
- Primarily responsible for the purchase of direct and indirect supplies and maintenance type items in the most economical manner and in such a way as to support production delivery and quality commitments
- Procurement of indirect materials and direct materials (i.e., raw materials and subcontract services)
- Manage Material Requirement materials..
- Negotiations for materials and services
- The use of manufacturing software, such as IQMS
- Analyze and make decisions for purchasing using best procurement practices
- Process purchase orders and provide clear communication to suppliers
- Ensure delivery of indirect and direct materials when needed and track order status
- Negotiate supplier delivery commitments; negotiate and resolve supplier quality issues and receiving discrepancies and supplier returned materials
- Negotiate supplier pricing and service contracts
- Provide timely and accurate resolution of purchase order and invoice discrepancies
- Manage Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
- Review Material Exception Reports and, as required, generate requisitions
- Maintain accurate supplier information
- Regularly update internal customers of status in a proactive manner
- Interact with Information Systems to resolve systems problems and make improvements.
Buyer Associate
Merit Foods of AZ
Tucson
01.2012 - 01.2022
- Purchase product, such as disposable and groceries
- Create purchase orders and pricing adjustments of the products purchased
- Analyze inventory par levels for future purchases, track expiration dates
- Check product quality and quantity upon arrival
- Research new potential products and create item numbers or ID number in the system
- Also maintain communication with sales staff and vendor
- Documentation of the previous purchases
- Inventory control: Physical count of inventory, keep track of the expiration dates and par levels of inventory, adjustment of inventory
- Receiving Associate: Receive merchandise, ensure the quality the of the product is good conditions, quantity of the product matches the paperwork
- Forklift operator: Storage the received product on its correct temperature zone Dry, Refrigerated, Frozen
- Replenish product to ensure the inventory is correct.
Re-modeler
Deed Notes and Trader
Tucson
04.2010 - 07.2011
- Home re-modeling
- From beginning to end, complete remodel of fixer upper home
- Window Installation, Roofing, Painting, Landscaping, Plumbing.
Project Team Leader
Man of the Soil
Tucson
10.2008 - 11.2009
- Private landscaping company, Customer service representative, Lead the team accomplish the goals in timely manner
- Make sure every task (irrigation, plants, cleaning, etc.) is met and finish properly.
Timeline
Buyer - R.E. Darling Co., Inc.
02.2022 - Current
ITT Technical Institute - Bachelor of Science, Project Management And Business Administration.
07.2012 - 08.2012
Buyer Associate - Merit Foods of AZ
01.2012 - 01.2022
Re-modeler - Deed Notes and Trader
04.2010 - 07.2011
ITT Technical Institute - Associate of Science, Computer Networking System
03.2010 - 06.2012
Project Team Leader - Man of the Soil
10.2008 - 11.2009
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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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. Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Networking System
03.2010 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Project Management And Business Administration.
07.2012 - 08.2012
Skills
- Resourcefulness
- Business understanding
- Customer Service
- Negotiation
- Purchasing expertise
- Pricing negotiations
- Inventory Monitoring
- Forecasting
- Recordkeeping skills
- Recordkeeping ability
- Multi-tasking strength
- Cost controls
- Purchasing strategies
- Purchase Order Management
- Delivery Management
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementPersonal development programsPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsHealthcare benefitsWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork from home option401k matchPaid sick leaveStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingInterests
Develop and challenge myself to bring out best the in me
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