Ricardo Santos
San Juan,PR - Puerto Rico
Summary
Seasoned Buyer bringing in-depth retail and professional experience in diverse environments. First-rate planner, manager and communicator highly trained in purchasing and supply chain management. Proficient in managing purchasing needs in high-volume retail operations. Skilled research and forecasting abilities with strengths in communication and key relationship management.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Buyer
Walmart Puerto Rico
2002.09 - Current
- Increased supplier efficiency by negotiating contracts and maintaining strong relationships with vendors.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Achieved cost savings by identifying opportunities for consolidation and bulk purchasing across departments.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Improved inventory management by conducting regular audits, analyzing usage patterns, and implementing demand forecasts.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to understand their needs, ensuring accurate product specifications were met in all purchases.
- Managed budgets effectively by tracking expenses, analyzing variances, and making adjustments as needed to stay within financial targets.
- Mitigated risks associated with supply chain disruptions by developing contingency plans and maintaining a diverse supplier base.
- Enhanced quality control measures by establishing clear criteria for vendor selection and conducting thorough evaluations of potential partners.
Education
MBA - Marketing
Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Metropolitana
Cupey, PRBBA - Business Management
Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Metropolitana
Cupey, PRSkills
- Inventory Oversight
- Cost Control
- Customer Service
- Purchasing Expertise
- Multi-Tasking Strength
- Contract Negotiation
- Quality Control
- Purchasing Strategy
- Negotiation and Persuasion
- Retail Merchandise Buying
- Supplier Communication
Certification
LinkedIn Learning | Online
- Six Sigma Black Belt – Learning Path
- Six Sigma White Belt – Course
ServSafe Certified
- Food Handler
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Limited Working
Timeline
Buyer
Walmart Puerto Rico
2002.09 - Current
MBA - Marketing
Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Metropolitana
BBA - Business Management
Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Metropolitana
LinkedIn Learning | Online
- Six Sigma Black Belt – Learning Path
- Six Sigma White Belt – Course
ServSafe Certified
- Food Handler
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