Nicole Loza
Richmond,CA
Summary
Accomplished Purchasing Agent from B&C Transit, Inc., adept in procurement and strategic sourcing, with a proven track record of reducing operational costs and enhancing supplier relationships. Leveraging excellent communication and team-building skills, achieved significant cost savings and increased efficiency. Demonstrates a strong ability to multitask and maintain meticulous documentation, driving profitability and supporting company growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
B&C Transit, Inc.
Oakland, CA
09.2011 - Current
- Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Reduced lead times by implementing strategic inventory management practices.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication and proactive problemsolving.
- Supported company growth by identifying new suppliers and expanding the vendor base.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and securing favorable pricing with suppliers.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
- Increased profitability by analyzing spend data and identifying opportunities for cost reduction.
- Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
- Maintained documentation for all purchases.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
- Searched for hard-to-find items and found high-quality, reliable vendors.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce operational costs.
- Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
Bank Teller
Mechanics Bank
Richmond, CA
03.2009 - 09.2011
- Managed high-volume transactions during peak hours while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring seamless customer experience.
- Balanced cash drawers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies in financial records.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
- Established trust with clients by maintaining confidentiality and protecting sensitive financial information.
- Answered telephone inquiries on checking and savings accounts, loans, and lines of credit.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Resolved customer issues promptly, fostering positive relationships between the bank and its clients.
- Learned about customer's financial needs, established trust, and optimized sales opportunities resulting in quality customer service.
- Built and strengthened customer relationships by leveraging excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently processing transactions and addressing account inquiries.
- Counted and packaged currency and coins.
- Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in increased client retention and loyalty.
- Conducted daily audits of cash drawer, ensuring accuracy and compliance with bank policies.
- Reconciled cash drawer and resolved discrepancies.
- Provided customer records, account statements and copies of checks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pinole Valley High School
Pinole, CA06.2008
Skills
Order tracking
Procurement
Scheduling
Strategic Sourcing
Negotiation
Product sourcing
Data organization
Excellent Communication
Team building
Purchasing
Documentation skills
Multitasking
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
B&C Transit, Inc.
09.2011 - Current
Bank Teller
Mechanics Bank
03.2009 - 09.2011
High School Diploma -
Pinole Valley High School