Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Reading
Additional Information
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Kanza Zaarir

Summary

Diligent Purchaser regularly maintains inventory to meet vendor product supply requirements and properly fulfill orders. Maintains market awareness by communicating customer needs with buyer and sales teams. Liaises with buyer to determine specialty order pricing and out-of-stock item estimated delivery and freight costs to meet customer expectations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing Specialist

Deacon Industrial Supply
11.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced supplier relationships through effective communication and negotiation tactics, leading to improved contract terms.
  • Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing efficient procurement strategies, resulting in cost savings.
  • Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers, improving cash flow management for the organization.
  • Maintained accurate records of all purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

Receptionist

Deacon Industrial Supply
12.2021 - 11.2022
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Scanned documents and filed them.
  • Arranged for meetings.

Retail Supervisor

2nd Avenue Village Thrift Store
08.2020 - 08.2021
  • Assisted customers in locating products and making informed purchasing decisions based on their needs and preferences.
  • Trained new employees on store policies, procedures, and sales techniques to enhance their performance.
  • Enhanced store appearance with regular maintenance, cleaning, and organization of merchandise areas.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing customer concerns promptly.

Sales Representative

Verizon Wireless
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.

Cashier/ Customer Service

Redners Warehouse
11.2019 - 06.2020
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Production Associate

2nd Avenue Village Thrift Store
09.2019 - 06.2020
  • Maintained a flexible approach to work assignments, willingly cross-training in other areas to support changing production needs.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.

Education

Business Management - Marketing

Montgomery County Community College
Blue Bell, PA

Associate in Teaching - French Language And Literature

Highest School of Teachers
Algiers, Algeria

Skills

  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Order tracking
  • Budget Planning
  • Inventory Management
  • Scheduling
  • Data organization
  • Vendor Relations
  • Documentation requirements

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Reading

I like to read classic novels. I am also interested in reading psychology books and anything related to personal development.


Additional Information

Friendly and easy to work with.

Reliable and respects other people's time.

Has a sense of urgency.

Good communicator.

Does not hesitate to help solve issues at work.

Languages

French
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Berber/ Kabyle
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Purchasing Specialist

Deacon Industrial Supply
11.2022 - Current

Receptionist

Deacon Industrial Supply
12.2021 - 11.2022

Retail Supervisor

2nd Avenue Village Thrift Store
08.2020 - 08.2021

Sales Representative

Verizon Wireless
06.2020 - 08.2020

Cashier/ Customer Service

Redners Warehouse
11.2019 - 06.2020

Production Associate

2nd Avenue Village Thrift Store
09.2019 - 06.2020

Business Management - Marketing

Montgomery County Community College

Associate in Teaching - French Language And Literature

Highest School of Teachers
Kanza Zaarir