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MARIA PAULINA LAGUNES

Cupertino,CA

Summary

Senior Buyer with over 10 years of progressive manufacturing experience. Well-versed in planning and executing daily and special inventory buys. Proficient in purchasing and procurement environments. Expert at supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on consistent schedule.

Capable and highly organized when coordinating documents, supplies and project resources. Detail-oriented professional with strong background in purchasing, vendor management and inventory control. Proven track record of identifying cost savings opportunities and developing and executing strategies to maximize sales and profits. Considered valuable asset to any team.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Administrative Manager

INDUSTRIA PUBLICITARIA DE JALISCO
01.2017 - 05.2023
  • Planning and organizing the financial resources of the company, in order to provide the different Departments with the material and financial resources that are necessary for the proper functioning of the organization.
  • Supervised staff in four different areas (Purchasing, AR, Invoicing and Cost Analyst) in order to control the company´s income and expenses.
  • Analyzed data related to administrative costs and spending trends to prepare budgets.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.

Senior Buyer

Flextronics
08.2013 - 12.2016
  • Administered purchase order processes and placed orders as requested, streamlining ordering process and receipt organization for future reference.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
  • Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
  • Maintained appropriate inventory levels based on management direction and customer demand.
  • Prepared periodic purchasing and supply reports, verifying supply and establishing professional connections with vendor representatives.

Internship Student

Open Space Council For The St. Louis Region
05.2013 - 07.2013
  • Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
  • Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.

Buyer Intern

Henniges Automotive
01.2013 - 05.2013
  • Placing purchase orders as requested, anticipating demand and providing customers with desired products.
  • Reviewed and ordered vendor products, verifying prices, quantities and shipping details.
  • Utilized software to order, track and invoice product shipments.
  • Provided accurate and up-to-date records of leading procurement procedures.
  • Maintained appropriate inventory levels based on management direction.

Education

BBA - Management And Trade

Universidad Panamericana
Guadalajara, Mexico
07.2014

Skills

  • Process Improvement
  • Critical Thinking
  • Staff Management
  • Inventory Monitoring
  • Database Maintenance
  • Purchasing Expertise
  • Best Practices and Standards
  • Administration and Reporting

Certification

  • ISO Internal Auditor, Industria Publicitaria de Jalisco - 2022
  • United Nations and International Corporations Training - 2014

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Administrative Manager

INDUSTRIA PUBLICITARIA DE JALISCO
01.2017 - 05.2023

Senior Buyer

Flextronics
08.2013 - 12.2016

Internship Student

Open Space Council For The St. Louis Region
05.2013 - 07.2013

Buyer Intern

Henniges Automotive
01.2013 - 05.2013

BBA - Management And Trade

Universidad Panamericana

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