Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Leslie Paramo

Smithfield,NC

Summary

Dynamic Purchasing Manager with a proven track record at USA Dreamstone LLC, adept in supplier relationship and inventory coordination. Excelled in reducing purchasing costs and enhancing supplier reliability. Known for exceptional teamwork and financial administration skills, achieving significant cost savings and fostering positive vendor relations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Purchasing Manager

USA Dreamstone LLC
07.2021 - 11.2024
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
  • Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
  • Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
  • Used ActionFlow to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
  • Implemented strategic sourcing initiatives, reducing overall purchasing costs.

Assistant Manager

La Cocina Mexican Restaurant
07.2019 - 07.2021
  • Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
  • Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of equipment/operations within the store.
  • Coached new employees, ensuring smooth onboarding process and quicker adaptation to their roles.

Assistant Manager

San Marcos Restaurant
03.2016 - 06.2019
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Smithfield-Selma High School
Smithfield, NC
06-2016

Skills

  • Purchase order management
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Supply chain management
  • Inventory coordination
  • Vendor sourcing
  • Account management
  • Financial administration
  • Customer service
  • Forecasting
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

  • Microsoft Office Certification.
  • Actionflow Certification

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Purchasing Manager

USA Dreamstone LLC
07.2021 - 11.2024

Assistant Manager

La Cocina Mexican Restaurant
07.2019 - 07.2021

Assistant Manager

San Marcos Restaurant
03.2016 - 06.2019

High School Diploma -

Smithfield-Selma High School
Leslie Paramo