Nicole Torrens
Daytona Beach,FL
Summary
Results-driven Purchaser with expertise in vendor relationship management, inventory control, and data organization. Proven ability to optimize purchasing strategies and enhance dispatch processes.
Experienced with procurement and vendor management, ensuring optimal supply chain efficiency. Uses strategic negotiation skills to secure favorable contracts and maintain quality standards. Strong understanding of inventory control and supplier evaluation, leading to enhanced operational performance.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchaser/Receiving Lead
Galaxy Lighting
09.2021 - Current
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Analyzed market trends to optimize purchasing strategies and reduce costs.
- Coordinated with inventory management systems to maintain stock levels efficiently.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms and pricing.
- Developed purchasing forecasts based on sales data and seasonal trends.
- Checked items received against items ordered by verifying receipts.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
Dispatch Coordinator
Royal Electronics
08.2015 - 09.2021
- Coordinated daily dispatch schedules to ensure timely deliveries and optimal resource utilization.
- Communicated effectively with drivers and clients to resolve scheduling conflicts and enhance service quality.
- Monitored real-time shipment statuses using logistics management software, ensuring accurate tracking of deliveries.
- Assisted in training new team members on dispatch protocols and operational procedures for improved efficiency.
- Analyzed delivery routes to identify opportunities for process improvements, reducing delays and enhancing performance.
Head Cashier
Whole Foods 365
07.2001 - 02.2006
- Supervised daily cash handling operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Trained and mentored new cashiers on register procedures and customer service standards.
- Managed team schedules, optimizing staffing levels for peak business hours.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced transaction efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Conducted regular audits of cash drawers to ensure financial integrity and accountability.
- Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
Head Cashier Supervisor
Home Depot
09.1992 - 11.2001
- Supervised daily cash operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Trained and mentored cashiers on register procedures and customer service best practices.
- Implemented efficient cash handling processes, reducing errors and improving transaction speed.
- Analyzed sales data to optimize staffing levels during peak hours, enhancing customer experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Upper Darby High Scool
Drexel Hill, PASkills
- Teamwork orientation
- Eye for detail
- Scheduling
- Vendor relationship management
- Order tracking
- Inventory management
- Data organization
- Purchase order processing
- Customer service
- Merchandise inspection
- Wholesale merchandise buying
- Staff training
- Accurate recordkeeping
Timeline
Purchaser/Receiving Lead
Galaxy Lighting
09.2021 - Current
Dispatch Coordinator
Royal Electronics
08.2015 - 09.2021
Head Cashier
Whole Foods 365
07.2001 - 02.2006
Head Cashier Supervisor
Home Depot
09.1992 - 11.2001
High School Diploma -
Upper Darby High Scool