Manuel Guzman
Casselberry,FL
Summary
Resourceful Purchasing Manager with background in managing and overseeing all aspects of procurement processes. Skilled in negotiating contracts, improving supply chain efficiency, and reducing costs while maintaining quality standards. Demonstrated ability to lead teams in developing purchasing strategies that align with organizational goals. Made significant impact on previous work by optimizing inventory levels and establishing strong relationships with suppliers for better terms and pricing.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Cornerstone Fabrications LLC
Procurement Manager
DeBary, Florida
07.2023 - Current
- Represented companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
- Identified dead inventory and created solutions for excess liquidation through creative inventory management solutions.
- Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options.
- Located vendors of materials, equipment or supplies to conduct interviews, determining product availability and terms of sales.
- Implemented data analytics tools for better forecasting of demand patterns.
- Oversaw the ordering process from start to finish including order tracking and expediting.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to prevent stock shortages or excess.
- Negotiated pricing with vendors for bulk purchases and long-term contracts.
- Advised team members on best practices for negotiating prices with suppliers.
- Formulated and implemented annual purchasing plans and contracts, covering OEM, import, ingredients, materials and equipment.
- Provided guidance on sourcing decisions related to product specifications, materials selection and vendor selection criteria.
- Built long-term relationships with company vendors and suppliers to secure optimal prices.
Procurement Specialist
Superior Sewing
New York, New York
04.2015 - 08.2020
- Cultivated productive relationships with suppliers and maintained open communication.
- Added new vendors and products into system and keyed in special shipping codes when needed.
- Ordered new materials to prevent shortages and approved delivery details and times.
- Provided product shipment logistical support and quality control by coordinating with vendors, resulting in increased revenue.
- Performed risk assessments and forecasts on potential contracts and business decisions.
- Implemented training initiatives to support tactical buyers in increasing efficiency.
- Prepared daily, weekly and monthly procurement reports for supervisor review.
- Implemented appropriate systems for tracking purchases made by the organization.
- Applied well-developed communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills to build effective working relationships with vendors and partners.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
- Tracked company inventories and recorded item quantities in company databases
- Developed relationships with vendors to gain best terms for procurement, refurbishing, and rebuilding machinery and equipment.
- Gathered, input, and analyzed data to evaluate trends and make proactive adjustments to policies.
- Provided training sessions on procurement processes and procedures for staff members.
International Account Manager
Vanderburgh.
New York, NY
06.2012 - 03.2015
- Managed multiple international accounts concurrently to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Drove sales of company products and services by meeting with customers using strategic and organized approach.
- Recognized security risks to properly handle situations.
- Developed and implemented international account management strategies for key accounts.
- Maintained compliance with export guidelines and international standards.
- Researched industry trends, best practices, and competitor activities in order to stay ahead of the competition.
- Kept accurate records of purchases including item descriptions, quantities, costs, delivery dates.
- Participated in trade shows and industry events to stay informed on market trends.
- Negotiated product prices, discounts and shipping incentives with vendors.
- Assisted Accounts Payable team during invoice processing by providing necessary information about purchase orders.
- Evaluated bids from potential vendors and selected the most suitable one based on price, quality, and delivery terms.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
- Contacted vendors to determine order status and communicate discrepancies with shipments.
- Conducted regular price comparisons between vendors in order to secure best deals.
- Implemented strong product marketing strategies by collaborating with sales teams.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Berkeley College
New York, NY05-2011
Skills
- Contract negotiation
- Data analysis
- Inventory management
- Supplier sourcing
- Order tracking
- Vendor relationship management
- Demand forecasting
- Risk assessment
- Customer service
- Supervision and leadership
- Team management
- Microsoft Software Proficiency
- Supplier relationship management
- E-procurement systems
- Fluent in Spanish
Timeline
Cornerstone Fabrications LLC
Procurement Manager
07.2023 - Current
Procurement Specialist
Superior Sewing
04.2015 - 08.2020
International Account Manager
Vanderburgh.
06.2012 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Berkeley College