Melissa Cavazos
Roseville,MI
Summary
Accomplished procurement specialist with a proven track record at Randazzo Fresh Market, adept in fostering robust supplier relationships and executing strategic sourcing to reduce costs significantly. Skilled in purchase order management and relationship building, I excel in optimizing inventory and enhancing supplier efficiency. My leadership in transitioning to new procurement software streamlined operations, showcasing my commitment to continuous improvement and efficiency.
Work History
Buyer
Randazzo Fresh Market
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay informed of the latest industry developments and maintain a strong professional network.
- Provided training and guidance to junior team members on best practices in purchasing, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement department.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Increased supplier efficiency by negotiating contracts and maintaining strong relationships with vendors.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Supported new product launches by ensuring timely availability of required materials, aligning with project timelines.
- Led transition to new procurement software, streamlining purchase order process.
Grocery Manager
Randazzo Fresh Market
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay informed of the latest industry developments and maintain a strong professional network.
- Provided training and guidance to junior team members on best practices in purchasing, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement department.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Increased supplier efficiency by negotiating contracts and maintaining strong relationships with vendors.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Supported new product launches by ensuring timely availability of required materials, aligning with project timelines.
- Led transition to new procurement software, streamlining purchase order process.
Education
Basic -
06.1996
Skills
- Purchase order management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Relationship building
- Materials sourcing
- Inventory monitoring
- Customer service
- Supplier relationship management
- Verbal and written communication
- Recordkeeping skills
- Vendor relations
- Pricing negotiations
- Supplier oversight
- Attendance oversight
- Staff training
- Customer needs identification
- Wholesale merchandise buying
- Retail management
- Staff supervision
- Competitor analysis
Timeline
Buyer - Randazzo Fresh Market
Grocery Manager - Randazzo Fresh Market
East Detroit High School - Basic,
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