Montserrat Solis
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Junior Buyer bringing in-depth retail and professional experience in diverse environments. First-rate planner and communicator highly trained in purchasing and supply chain management. Proficient in managing purchasing needs in high-volume retail operations. Skilled research and forecasting abilities with strengths in communication and key relationship management. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level buyer position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Buyer
NLS Lighting
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
- Evaluated product quality and vendor performance to maintain quality standards.
- Interacted with vendors, store managers and other stakeholders to maintain on-time deliveries.
- Communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories.
Assembly Line Worker
NLS Lighting
12.2018 - 05.2022
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately, and with zero errors.
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Trained and mentored new employees to apply best practices on assembly line operations and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Documented production data and output to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Assembled products and components and made proactive adjustments to settings to produce work within tight tolerances.
- Utilized safety devices and procedures to protect personnel and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paramount High School
Paramount, CA06.2013
Skills
- Value Determinations
- Vendor Interaction
- Effective Working Relationships
- Managing Forms
- Office Operations
- Vendor Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Workflow Processes
- Records Filing
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Customer Service
- Purchase Order Management
Timeline
Junior Buyer
NLS Lighting
05.2022 - Current
Assembly Line Worker
NLS Lighting
12.2018 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Paramount High School