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A purchasing professional with a strong manufacturing background, equipped with a solid understanding of supply chain
processes which include, but are not limited to sourcing & procurement, quality control, logistics/distribution and on-time
replenishment. Determined win-win problem-solver who is able to cross-functionally collaborate/liaise with other
departments in search for viable, as well as streamlined solutions. Able to work within tight deadlines and budgets while
still maintaining an ever practical & persistent approach to assigned buying categories in order to drive desired outcomes
on time, and within pre-approved cost of goods.

? Actively engage in the company's direct and indirect buying needs
? Conduct analysis of weekly forecast reports to determine inventory needs and address future buying plans
? Solicit bid proposals from approved suppliers & subcontractors then spearhead their vetting process
? Vigilantly look for opportunities to effectively negotiate discount structures and volume program rebates
? Generate targeted purchase orders based on directly forecasted Planning & Marketing demands
? Issue subcontract orders in response to requisitions for specified materials or services
? Enhance supplier performance related to minimizing shortages, preventing missed or late deliveries, lowering
MOQ's and shortening lead-times
? Source new vendor partnerships and oversee formal vendor set-ups that output favourable payment terms (N30 or better)
? Partner with QA, Receiving, Shipping, Planning, Marketing, Compounding & Production teams to ensure that
goods & services ordered and delivered meet various quality & costing expectations across the board

? Generated purchase orders that are issued to vendors via various mediums (email, phone or fax)
? Responsible for the coordination of the purchasing functions with other departments and suppliers
? Monitored evolving stock levels and identified purchasing needs to avert out of stock scenarios
? Qualified vendors and sourced suppliers for new and existing items to acquire competitive costs and locate best
match to meet distinct product requirements/features

Purchasing Assistant

? Oversaw efficient product flow by vigilant monitoring and timely placement of orders, refunds or exchanges.
? Ensured that client-related issues are managed and that suitable resolution strategies are enacted to increase
customer satisfaction and overall client retention
? Accurately logged all shipping tracking information into the company's PayPal account

Customer Account Representative

? Created Sales Orders/Purchase Orders
? Notified customers of past due invoices and completed the payment collection process

Office Administrator/Accounts Payables

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