Lawrence Salas
TTI, Inc.
Saginaw,TX
34
years of professional experience
Accomplished TX Product Buyer at TTI, Inc., adept in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. Enhanced procurement efficiency by 20% through innovative inventory analysis and cross-functional collaboration. Known for exceptional problem-solving and communication skills, consistently driving process improvements and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Work History
TX Product Buyer
28 Years 11 Months- Supported sales team by delivering timely procurement solutions that strengthened customer relationships.
- Delivered timely procurement solutions for sales team, enhancing customer relationships through efficient support.
- Maintained regular communication with suppliers regarding product status, delivery timelines, and technical updates.
- Placed purchase orders, MRP/bonded orders, and government orders using sound judgment and diligence.
- Ensured accuracy of pricing, lead times, and contracts across internal databases to support operational efficiency.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers on product status, delivery timelines, and technical updates to ensure alignment.
- Resolved financial discrepancies with Accounting team, addressing debit and credit variances to maintain accuracy.
- Promptly investigated and resolved customer quality concerns; coordinated with the Quality department on analysis reports and 8D corrective action processes.
- Managed nonconforming product resolution and supported continuous improvement of customer satisfaction.
- Interfaced with TTI warehouses worldwide to resolve product-related inquiries and ensure smooth global planning and support.
Warehouse Associate (Shipping & Receiving)
6 Years- Unloaded products from various carriers, verified shipments for TTI, and inspected for damages, ensuring damaged items were set aside for buyer review.
- Facilitated the loading and unloading of shipments at the warehouse to maintain operational efficiency and safety standards.
- Unloaded products from various carriers, verifying shipments for TTI and inspecting for damages, setting aside damaged items for buyer review.
- Verified part numbers and quantities against customer purchase orders, promptly notifying supervisor of discrepancies and collaborating with order processing supervisor to resolve errors.
- Oversaw cleanliness of work areas and organization of warehouse space to enhance efficiency and safety for all employees.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Purchase order management
Supplier sourcing
Procurement planning
Procurement procedures
Purchasing expertise
Logistics coordination
Global sourcing
Supplier management
Supplier communication
Stock optimization
Supply chain oversight
Inventory control
Market demand analysis
Demand forecasting
Forecasting
Cost analysis
Cost reduction
Cost management
Quality analysis
Quality analysis
Interdepartmental collaboration
Data integrity management
Project scheduling
Task prioritization
Multitasking
Client relationship management
Problem solving
Problem-solving
Issue resolution
Supplier selection
Pricing
Pricing analysis
Pricing strategy
International procurement
Stock management
Education
other
Timeline
TX Product Buyer
TTI, Inc.
01.1996 - 12.2024Read More
Warehouse Associate (Shipping & Receiving)
TTI, Inc.
12.1990 - 12.1996Read More
Nortside Highschool
High School Diploma
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