Rebecca Hagen
Lancaster,CA
Summary
Dynamic College Store Buyer at Los Angeles Mission College with a proven track record in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. Expert in reducing procurement costs while enhancing vendor relations. Skilled in inventory monitoring and fostering strong partnerships, ensuring timely product delivery and optimal stock levels. Committed to excellence in customer service and resourcefulness.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
College Store Buyer
Los Angeles Mission Colege
06.2016 - Current
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay informed of the latest industry developments and maintain a strong professional network.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Analyzed current vendors and products to stay abreast of market trends and evaluate new suppliers.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
Education
Certificated Administrative Assistant - Business Administration
North Valley Occupational Center
Mission Hills, CASkills
- Purchase order management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Relationship building
- Materials sourcing
- Supplier relationship management
- Inventory monitoring
- Customer service
- Verbal and written communication
- Recordkeeping skills
- Vendor relations
- Resourcefulness
- Sales experience
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 7 professionals.
- Oversaw purchasing for special events per year.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
College Store Buyer
Los Angeles Mission Colege
06.2016 - Current
Certificated Administrative Assistant - Business Administration
North Valley Occupational Center
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