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Leonardo Perez

Los Angeles,CA

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. Reliable, top-notch sales associate with outstanding customer service skills and relationship-building strengths. Dedicated to welcoming customers and providing comprehensive service. In-depth understanding of sales strategy and merchandising techniques. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing Clerk

Surfas Inc
04.2021 - Current
  • Verified accuracy of bills of lading, packing lists and purchase requests.
  • Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
  • Communicated frequently with stores and vendors to manage orders and verify revisions on purchase orders.
  • Computed and created purchase orders in KeyStroke to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
  • Tracked inventory shipments.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
  • Interviewed suppliers and asked for quotes to determine best possible pricing for materials purchasing.
  • Maintained consistent email communication with vendors to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.

Sales Associate

Chefs Toys
03.2017 - 04.2021
  • Drove store revenue by offering customers accessories and related purchases to complete selections.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
  • Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
  • Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
  • Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
  • Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
  • Quoted prices, credit terms and other bid specifications.
  • Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Developed, maintained and utilized diverse client base.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.

Purchasing Manager

Dish Factory
06.2012 - 04.2017
  • Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
  • Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
  • Devised and implemented strategies to optimize purchasing processes and reduce costs.
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to create timely and accurate purchase orders.
  • Identified opportunities to reduce lead times and improve inventory management.
  • Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.

Sales Associate

Surfas Inc
10.2006 - 05.2012
  • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
  • Quoted prices, credit terms and other bid specifications.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.

Education

GED -

University High School
Los Angeles, CA
06.2006

Skills

  • Complex Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking
  • Effective Working Relationships
  • Materials Purchasing, Comparing Quotes/Bid Proposals
  • Outbound Calls, Customer Care
  • Supplier Quotes, Supllier Selection
  • Inventory, Supply Ordering
  • Source Vendors, Inventory Sourcing
  • Cost Reporting, Neogtiating
  • Event Networking
  • Training Junior Team Members
  • Workflow Processes, Purchasing Database Maintenance

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Purchasing Clerk

Surfas Inc
04.2021 - Current

Sales Associate

Chefs Toys
03.2017 - 04.2021

Purchasing Manager

Dish Factory
06.2012 - 04.2017

Sales Associate

Surfas Inc
10.2006 - 05.2012

GED -

University High School

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