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Mo Ojo

Beaumont,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist with over 5 years of experience driving cost reductions and optimizing procurement processes. Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management and contract negotiations, delivering significant savings and value to top tier organizations. Expert in utilizing advanced procurement software, including SAP MM, MRPeasy and Procurify to streamline operations and enhance supplier performance. Proficient at analyzing market trends, managing multimillion-dollar projects and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence. Ardent about leveraging analytical skills and industry insights to propel business growth and ensure supply chain resilience.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Purchasing Specialist

McLane
10.2022 - Current
  • Draft and manage supplier contracts, ensuring all agreed-upon terms and conditions are fulfilled
  • Build and sustain strong relationships with supplier and vendor customer service representatives to facilitate clear communication and collaboration
  • Collaborate with finance, production, and logistics teams to ensure purchasing aligns with business goals
  • Monitor inventory levels and work closely with inventory management teams to prevent overstocking or shortages
  • Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers, vendors, and the sourcing team to place orders, achieve optimal cost and quality standards, and ensure timely and accurate deliveries through reporting and supplier communication
  • Use procurement systems to create and track purchase orders, resolve any issues with orders or deliveries, and keep documentation, supplier information, and records up to date

Buyer II

McLane
08.2020 - 10.2022
  • Sourced and procured materials from both domestic and international suppliers, negotiating terms that resulted in cost savings for the company
  • Reviewed and processed purchase requisitions for goods and services, ensuring adherence to established purchasing procedures and requisition requirements
  • Maintained accurate records in line with organizational policies, procedures, audit standards, and SOX compliance; developed and maintained strong relationships with both suppliers and internal stakeholders
  • Issued RFQs to suppliers and contractors, while collaborating closely with suppliers, contractors, project managers, engineers, consultants, and internal teams to manage procurement needs, approvals, order statuses, and follow-ups

Purchasing Assistant

CSULB
06.2017 - 07.2020
  • Monitored supplier performance and negotiated favorable terms to ensure cost-effective procurement
  • Ensured all purchased materials and products meet the required quality standards and specifications
  • Validated and reconciled supplier invoices, manage invoice resolutions, and corresponded with suppliers, contractors, Accounts Payable, or stakeholders regarding invoicing discrepancies

Education

California State University -

California State University
Long Beach

Skills

  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Cost Analysis
  • Data Analysis and Reporting
  • Market Analysis
  • Vendor Management
  • Global Sourcing
  • ERP Proficiency
  • Quality Assurance
  • Price Benchmarking
  • Team Collaboration
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Inventory Management

Timeline

Senior Purchasing Specialist

McLane
10.2022 - Current

Buyer II

McLane
08.2020 - 10.2022

Purchasing Assistant

CSULB
06.2017 - 07.2020

California State University -

California State University

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