Dedicated Buyer with history of overseeing multiple product lines. Offering over 4 years of experience with leading retail operation. Creating and maintaining professional relationships between company and vendors. Successfully manages diverse purchasing needs in challenging, fast-paced environments.
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Samantha Snyder
North Webster,IN
Summary
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Avalign Cutting InstrumentsWarsaw, IN
Buyer
12.2015 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Maintained supplier relationships to improve lead time, cost and quality.
- Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
- Requested pricing quotes from suppliers to determine best source of supply.
- Researched competitors and sourced new vendors.
- Researched sources of supply and services to maintain flexibility, high quality and competitive pricing.
- Assessed trends and inventory usage to provide maximum product coverage for different time frames.
- Synchronized supply chain inventory with customer demand to mitigate excess and obsolete inventory.
- Negotiated prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers.
- Examined, selected and purchased merchandise consistent with specification requirements.
- Stayed abreast of market trends and anticipated consumer needs and purchasing habits.
- Presented new merchandise ideas and campaigns to company executives and sales managers.
Danconia MediaWarsaw, IN
Color Packing
11.2014 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Adhered to safety protocols to minimize equipment damage and avoid injuries.
- Reviewed drawings and blueprints to determine appropriate level of inspection required.
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
Education
Ivy Tech Community College of IndianaWarsaw, IN
Some College (No Degree) from Ulratrasound Technician
University Overview
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Resourcefulness
- Customer Service
- Contract Preparation
- Vendor Relations
- Multi-Tasking Strength
- Inventory Monitoring
- Supplier Sourcing
- Cost Control
- Materials Sourcing
- Relationship Building
- Pricing Knowledge
- Purchasing Procedures
Timeline
Buyer
Avalign Cutting Instruments
12.2015 - 07.2023
Color Packing
Danconia Media
11.2014 - 07.2015
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Some College (No Degree) from Ulratrasound Technician
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