Zarina Kalzhanova
Houston,TX
Summary
Purchase Manager with 5 years of reliable experience sourcing goods, materials and services to meet operating goals. Manages cost-effective supply chain strategies and vendor negotiations to align with production schedules, customer requirements and continuity expectations. Develops and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders for optimal performance attainment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Coordinator
TCC Multi Family LLC
12.2023 - Current
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
- Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters.
- Responded to requests for information on materials to inquiring parties.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for cost-effective procurement of resources needed for each project''s success.
Purchase Manager
Adven Group LLC
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Conducted re-negotiations with vendors on rejections, disposition and adjustment of purchased materials not meeting specifications.
- Approved or rejected prices, terms and deliveries not in line with policy.
- Trained purchasing team to assess vendor capabilities, develop sources and evaluate vendor performance.
- Managed, coached and developed high-performing buyers to meet objectives, deliver results and add value to purchasing department.
- Established achievement targets and identified actions to reach objectives and operational goals.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
Account Manager Assistant
Adba Group Inc
12.2019 - 05.2022
- Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty, and enhancing operations.
- Anticipated clients' needs by staying in touch on regular basis.
- Built client relationships by acting as liaison between customer service and sales teams.
- Maintained high standards of customer service by answering pricing, availability, use and credit questions accurately.
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
- Improved inventory accuracy by developing and implementing enhanced control systems.
- Developed warehouse system that provided best cost with appropriate service levels to achieve organizational goals.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
Teacher Intern
Interpress Language School
06.2013 - 09.2013
- Collaborated with colleagues to design learning outcomes and thoughtfully address individual student needs.
- Reviewed students' classroom assignments, homework and tests to evaluate knowledge of subject material and assign grades.
- Developed activities to help students delve into lessons and obtain hands-on experience.
- Initiated teaching implementing lesson plans and progressed to full-day teaching.
Sales Representative
TOO UYIM
06.2011 - 12.2011
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.
Education
MBA - Management
American Intercontinental University
09.2021
BBA - Finance
North American University
06.2017
Associate of Arts -
Houston Community College
06.2015
High School Diploma -
Kazakh- Turkish High School
06.2011
Skills
- Vendor Contracts
- Vendor Sourcing
- Industry Networking
- Business Operations
- Business Development
- Cost Analysis and Savings
- International Shipments
- Document Generation
- Vendor Liaising
- Detailed Instruction
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Data Collection
- Time Management and Scheduling
Languages
English
Professional Working
Turkish
Professional Working
Russian
Full Professional
Kazakh
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Coordinator
TCC Multi Family LLC
12.2023 - Current
Purchase Manager
Adven Group LLC
05.2022 - 12.2023
Account Manager Assistant
Adba Group Inc
12.2019 - 05.2022
Teacher Intern
Interpress Language School
06.2013 - 09.2013
Sales Representative
TOO UYIM
06.2011 - 12.2011
MBA - Management
American Intercontinental University
BBA - Finance
North American University
Associate of Arts -
Houston Community College
High School Diploma -
Kazakh- Turkish High School
Similar Profiles
Melanie QuijadaMelanie Quijada
Patient Service Representative at TCC Family HealthPatient Service Representative at TCC Family Health
VIOLET ANIBABAVIOLET ANIBABA
Workforce Real Time Analyst at TCC, LLCWorkforce Real Time Analyst at TCC, LLC
Rola MazahrehRola Mazahreh
HR Manager at Kitare - Multi Family OfficeHR Manager at Kitare - Multi Family Office