Sandra Zorro-Harvey
Buyer
Los Angeles,California
Summary
Senior Buyer with over ten years of progressive procurement experience. Well-versed in planning and executing daily and special inventory buys. Proficient in retail, customer-oriented and procurement environments. Expert at supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on consistent schedule.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer - Merchandise Specialist
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton
07.2015 - Current
- Provided strategic direction and led day-to-day functionality of the buying/resourcing of general merchandise, clothing, and branded material, contributing to the overall success of the team
- The scope included brick-and-mortar stores, pop-up shops, partner locations, and the online service
- Worked in partnership with the Retail Resourcing Manager and the Customer Experience Manager, to provide general merchandise and required supplies plus retail ancillary items considering customers' needs, targeted business outcomes, and strategic direction
- In-depth research into trends and industry changes to maximize revenue opportunities beyond the traditional supply of learning resources
- Directly responsible for sales of over two million dollars annually
- Responsible for contract management and KPI performance of vendors
- Strategically lead the resourcing efforts with a focus on timely procurement of all products for resale, collaboration, efficiency, and a great customer experience
- Had an integral and lead role in liaising with department committees and cross-functional project teams related to material provision
- Focused on maximizing the commercial potential of merchandise through innovation and creativity balanced with strong logistics and processes
- Ensure that clients, academic areas, and supplier deadlines are met so the services are continuous and not impacted by missed deadlines, product shortages, quality compromises, or inflated costs
- Anticipate product needs through effective customer communications and market research
- Consistently evaluate product suitability, format, market conditions, and competitive pricing
- Minimize and manage product obsolescence.
Fleet Analyst
XEROX
Montreal
02.2013 - 01.2015
- Responsible for management of fleet devices and full deployment of Xerox Office Services Solution
- Delivering continuous evaluation and optimization of fleet environment by maintaining full comprehension of customer's vision and conducting ongoing assessments
- Working in collaboration with account team, acting proactively to identify opportunities and manage potential account risks
- Utilizing exceptional communication skills to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
- Maintaining thorough knowledge of business needs of customer and communicating this information to account team.
Contract Analyst
XEROX
Montreal
04.2011 - 01.2013
- Effectively supported, coordinated, and managed customer orders, ensuring distribution of accurate invoices and that controls adhered to the guidelines of company
- Assisted sales teams in preparation of valid orders that met legal requirements of company and customers
- Liaised with procurement and logistics departments to ensure availability of required equipment
- Provided support to sales and technical teams, effectively resolving process inquiries
- Prioritized workload daily utilizing excellent organizational skills and ensuring adherence to deadlines.
Bookstore Administrator
UNIVERSIDAD DE LOS ANDES
Bogotá
07.2000 - 07.2008
- Responsible for organization and delivery of all commercial and administrative processes and effectively managing inventory
- Managed a team of 10 staff to achievement of targets and excellent customer service
- Supplier management, selecting, developing, and evaluating potential suppliers alongside negotiating prices, discounts, and terms of delivery
- Designed and developed merchandising products for University
- Prepared purchase orders and trade agreements including terms of acquisition to ensure delivery of good quality products within deadline and budget.
Skills
- Inventory Oversight
- Cost Control
- Relationship Building
- Negotiation
- Purchase Order Management
- Customer Service
- Multi-tasking strength
- Vendor Relations
- Inventory Monitoring
- Merchandising operations
Timeline
Buyer - Merchandise Specialist
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
07.2015 - Current
Fleet Analyst
XEROX
02.2013 - 01.2015
Contract Analyst
XEROX
04.2011 - 01.2013
Bookstore Administrator
UNIVERSIDAD DE LOS ANDES
07.2000 - 07.2008
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