NICOLE GARCIA
Brighton,CO
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as an Associate Buyer at Breakthru Beverage Colorado, excelling in complex problem-solving and cross-functional teamwork. Proven track record in optimizing supply chain processes and enhancing operational efficiency. Proficient in SAP and Excel, I thrive on driving quality improvements and fostering strong supplier relationships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Buyer
Breakthru Beverage Colorado
Denver, CO
08.2023 - Current
- Reviewed purchase requirements within MRP in SAP and created purchase orders to align with business needs and optimize inventory levels.
- Oversaw relationships with key suppliers
- Establish and maintain professional relationships with suppliers to reduce supply chain delays and improve operational flow.
- Coordinated with warehousing team to resolve shipping errors, missed shipments, and product breakages, ensuring operational continuity.
- Work with multiple carriers to address issues related to delivery timelines and performance.
- Update purchase orders in SAP, including shipping dates, materials, and case quantities.
- Use supplier portals and EDI purchase orders to assist suppliers with their material needs.
- Tracked shipping and delivery of products to confirm timely arrival at warehouse locations, supporting seamless inventory management.
QUALITY SYSTEMS SPECIALIST II
3D Systems
Brighton, CO
11.2022 - 09.2022
- Evaluated supplier options according to prices and quality to determine best choices.
- Monitored stock levels and placed orders for new merchandise to replenish inventory.
- Followed master production schedule to optimize materials availability.
- Prepared contracts with vendors for materials, equipment, and supplies.
- Negotiated terms of the agreement to achieve the best deals for the company.
- Analyzed sales and buying trend reports to inform strategies for upcoming months.
- Worked with contract representatives to resolve problems with delivery timeliness and performance.
CUSTOMER RELATIONS/BUYER-PLANNER
Deluxe Athletic Brand
Lakewood, CO
10.2015 - 11.2018
- Demonstrated initiative by proactively addressing customer needs and providing exceptional service.
- Assisted management in tracking, investigating, and responding to customer complaints using SAP, Salesforce, and Excel, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Drafted recommendations to improve policies, procedures, potential efficiencies, and controls.
- Conducted root cause analysis on issues discovered during compliance testing.
- Evaluated compliance issues within organization and implemented corrective actions with team to ensure regulatory adherence.
- Initiated projects and ensured successful completion through diligent follow-through.
- Fulfilled the FDA and international regulatory requirements relevant to daily tasks such as cGMP and ISO standards.
- Developed and maintained training programs for QMS policies and procedures, improving staff understanding and compliance.
- Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and other functional groups on regulatory compliance issues.
- Certified to the following medical devices: Harvest, Spectra Optia, Trima, and Vista.
- Code and Investigate and all compliance records using the following programs: STS, CAPA Trigger Tool, Service Manuals, Heat/Salesforce, SQS/SAP, Alarm Lookup Tool.
- Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate to various levels.
- Ability to manage, create and maintain projects in Excel, Power Point, Microsoft Projects, Access, and Word.
- Actively sought learning opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in the field.
PURCHASING AGENT
TERUMO BCT
Lakewood, CO
07.2012 - 10.2015
- Manage high level suppliers up to 5,000,000 annually.
- Assessed purchasing needs using MRP (SAP) and generated purchase orders to optimize inventory levels.
- Negotiate cost and value on behalf of the company needs.
- Actively participate in cost reduction programs and continuous improvement efforts.
- Collaborated with Black Belt team to standardize purchasing procedures, contributing to inventory reduction.
- Analyzed financial reports and price proposals to establish competitive pricing strategies.
- Initiate and perform supplier setup and ongoing supplier evaluation activities (supplier reassessment/supplier corrective action).
- Evaluated supplier processes through audits to identify areas for improvement and maintain quality control.
- Maintained computerized and manual records of purchased items, deliveries, costs, product performance and inventories.
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE CMMS ADMINISTRATOR
TERUMO BCT
Westminster, CO
07.2012 - 10.2015
- Managed the administration of computer software programs, such as CMMS.
- Conducted comprehensive failure mode analysis for equipment malfunctions.
- Discoveries used to further develop equipment operating procedure or to justify system redesign/augmentations.
- Coordinated with internal departments and outside contractors to enhance maintenance processes for monthly, bi-annual, and annual schedules.
- Plan and schedule maintenance in accordance with established priorities to fully utilize personnel without disturbing daily preventive maintenance activities.
- Ensured compliance with FDA regulations to maintain safety standards.
- Led investigations of non-conformances in SAP, identifying root causes to prevent future issues.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Denver Academy of Court Reporting
Westminster, COSkills
- Quality control analysis
- Regulatory audit support
- Data compilation
- Proficiency in Excel
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Proficiency in Outlook
- Data visualization platforms
- Complex Problem Solving
- Critical thinking
- High attention to detail
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Time Management
- Systems Analysis
- Quality control monitoring
Timeline
Associate Buyer
Breakthru Beverage Colorado
08.2023 - Current
QUALITY SYSTEMS SPECIALIST II
3D Systems
11.2022 - 09.2022
CUSTOMER RELATIONS/BUYER-PLANNER
Deluxe Athletic Brand
10.2015 - 11.2018
PURCHASING AGENT
TERUMO BCT
07.2012 - 10.2015
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE CMMS ADMINISTRATOR
TERUMO BCT
07.2012 - 10.2015
Some College (No Degree) -
Denver Academy of Court Reporting