MELISSA AGUILAR
Long Beach
Summary
Knowledgeable Buyer experienced in supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on a consistent schedule. Expert background in purchasing and procurement environments. Proficient in pricing structures, supplier relations and contract negotiation. Resourceful Buyer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Excel in negotiation, inventory management, and supplier relationship building. Skilled at problem-solving, communication, and analytical thinking to exceed job expectations. Committed to leveraging these skills to drive success and achieve organizational goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer Materials Management
Southern California Hospital at Culver City
Culver City
01.2024 - Current
- Manage skilled in vendor negotiations.
- Inventory Control and Budget Management.
- Saving Cost and Optimizing Procurement.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills to manage Inventory effectively.
- Proficient in analyzing market trends to inform purchasing decisions.
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies that align with company goals.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with production and finance teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Adept at negotiating favorable contracts and managing supplier relationships.
- Implementing cost-saving strategies that improve operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate pricing and delivery schedules efficiently.
- Coordinated inventory levels to ensure timely availability of critical healthcare resources.
- Resolved any discrepancies between purchase orders and actual receipts of goods or services.
Central Supply Technician
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center
San Pedro
01.2012 - 04.2024
- Distribution and maintenance of medical supplies and equipment to point-of-care locations throughout the hospital’s departments.
- Use of automated systems as tools to perform physical inventories at regular intervals.
- Replenishes and rotates stock.
- Keep point-of-care supply areas organized.
- Responsible for maintaining the efficient functioning of the central supply and equipment inventories.
- Responds to customer supply orders for special items throughout the day.
- Perform aseptic technique and precise documentation.
- Purchasing- order products online and over the phone to be able to fill the order.
- Maintained the filling system in the purchase department and updated appropriate records when required.
Education
High school diploma -
Mayfair High School
Bellflower, CA06-2011
Skills
- Healthcare structure
- Product specifications
- Materials organization
- Quality control analysis
- Inventory monitoring
- Inventory management
- Problem-solving
- OSHA requirements
- MS Windows proficiency
- Purchasing strategies
- Supply chain management
- Contract management
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Delivery management
- Supplier relationship management
- Purchasing strategy development
- Customer service
- Materials sourcing
References
Upon Request
Timeline
Buyer Materials Management
Southern California Hospital at Culver City
01.2024 - Current
Central Supply Technician
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center
01.2012 - 04.2024
High school diploma -
Mayfair High School