Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Category Buyer
Riviana Foods, Inc.
Woodland, CA
03.2022 - 10.2024
Communicated regularly with internal stakeholders regarding product availability and pricing updates.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to understand customer needs, forecast demand, and develop promotional plans.
Managed supplier communications regarding changes in specifications or requirements.
Tracked and approved procurement plans and inventory levels.
Analyzed current inventory levels and adjusted buying plans accordingly.
Sourced new vendors and suppliers to boost product offerings and increase profit margins at each store location.
Created and updated purchase orders, managed vendor relationships, and tracked deliveries.
Developed procedures for selecting qualified suppliers that meet both short-term and long-term goals.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Pheonix
Sacramento, CA
06-2004
Skills
Quality Specifications Adherence
Transportation Arrangements
Product Development Collaboration
Supplier Communication
Inventory Control
Ordering and Purchasing
Invoice Payment Authorization
Supply Chain Management
Staff Training
Logistics Evaluation
Vendor Contract Negotiations
Global Procurement
Affiliations
Spending time with my wife and kids, it is key.
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Category Buyer
Riviana Foods, Inc.
03.2022 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management