Nіcholas Koeller
Summit,NJ
Summary
Effective at sourcing products, vetting vendors and managing bid process. Good relationship-builder and problem-solver with methodical approach and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Focused on providing optimal solutions to drive real-savings
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Coordinator
Barnes & Noble Education
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services, meeting project deadlines.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services.
- Input, analyzed and reported on data covering all aspects of procurement operations.
- Achieved cost reductions by identifying opportunities for bulk purchases, negotiating discounts, or reevaluating existing supplier contracts & products offered
- Analyzed market trends and identified potential new suppliers, supporting the company''s growth strategy.
- Facilitated clear communication between internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring alignment on expectations and deliverables.
- Optimized Product Selection to drive Savings
- Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
Purchasing Agent
The Hose Shop INC
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders
- Standardized inventory quarterly reporting and analysis and instituted corrective action for close-outs and out-of-stock items to keep inventory records current
- Communicated frequently with Sales Team and vendors to manage orders and verify revisions on purchase orders
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins & ensure product availability
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics and scheduling factors
Sales Representative
JobProgress
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions
- Created professional sales presentations and seminars to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages
- Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits
- Achieved monthly sales goals by promoting product benefits and enrolling new clients
- Reached out to customers after completed sales to evaluate satisfaction and determine immediate service requirements
- Served as liaison for company, clients and referred prospects regarding inquiries, issues, order management, post-sales follow-up and customer relations.
Sales Assistant Internship
GKY Industries
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with vendors on open orders to ensure punctual delivery
- Provided excellent customer service through email and phone conversations
- Worked closely with the sales team to enter and expedite orders
- Organized company files and created a support system to decrease workload and increase productivity
- Fielded customer questions to share information about products, availability, and pricing
- Completed orders and organized product deliveries to meet customer timetables
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created a positive impression of the business
- Created effective organizational systems for reports, agendas, contracts, and records.
Education
MBA - Supply Chain Management
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Economics And Business Management
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ05.2020
Skills
- Procurement & Purchasing Processes
- Negotiation
- Planning and Coordination
- Data management
- Leadership
- Demand forecasting
- Contract Negotiations
- Cost Analysis
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Writing and verbal communication
- Trend Analysis
Timeline
Procurement Coordinator
Barnes & Noble Education
09.2021 - Current
Purchasing Agent
The Hose Shop INC
06.2020 - 09.2021
Sales Representative
JobProgress
06.2020 - 11.2020
Sales Assistant Internship
GKY Industries
05.2019 - 08.2019
MBA - Supply Chain Management
Seton Hall University
Bachelor of Science - Economics And Business Management
Seton Hall University
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