Purchase Manager Resume Example + Work History (2023)

3

years in workforce

2

years at this job

• Received and processed all payment and invoices
• Issued receipts, refunds, and credit or change due to customers accurately
• Maintained all records of customer transactions in a neat and orderly manner
• Promoted product line to increase company sales and updated pricing inventory system
• Ensured proper inventory and effectively ordered products according to customer request
• Participated in new product release sales and exceeded company goals for new contracts

14

years in workforce

4

years at this job

Marketing, Economics And Information Technology

• Reduced operational costs year over year resulting in a 50% annual OPEX spend reduction in 3 years.
• Established strong relationship with key global and regional network services suppliers
• Sourced new purchasing agreements with various vendors allowing cost efficient purchasing in both regional and global telecommunications markets.
• Initiated and project managed network diversity and redundancy project which identified and resolved potential single point of failures in the global network.
• Leveraged collaboration with Network Architecture, Product Management, and Sales to facilitated network awareness across multifunctional organizations.
• Owned commercial, service, and operational relationship across 50+ vendors.
• Audited vendor invoicing identifying multiple over-payments and unused circuit inventory.

5

years in workforce

2

years at this job

International Trade

• Organized the warehouse inventory reducing expenses for unnecessary purchases.
• Improved the procurement process through bids in order to have better deals and save money.
• Reduced the time in the process of goods clearance from 15 to 4 days resulting in significant savings in the cost of customs and also to have the merchandise delivered on time.

17

years in workforce

14

years at this job

BS

Resource Economics

• After successfully developing, servicing and maintaining South Florida market, territory was expanded to State of Florida and eventually Southeast, United States
• Met and exceeded monthly/ yearly quotas
• Recipient, "President's Club Recognition" for achieving over 125% of quota
• Recipient, "Golden Tribute Recognition" for achieving over 100% of quota
• Consistently recognized as "Sales Rep of the Quarter"
• Designed order forms, reports and uniforms to enhance business

23

years in workforce

2

years at this job

BS

Accounting

• Managed six restaurant equipment buyers and coordinated the timely, cost efficient ordering of restaurant equipment from outside vendors.
• Facilitated the streamlining of shipping procedures for manufactured goods.
• Established enhanced raw material and finished goods inventory controls resulting in lower inventory loss.
• Assisted Accounts Payable Manager & Controller with setting up payment controls in the accounts payable system.

15

years in workforce

3

years at this job

• Increased "ring at register" by proper buying habits that saved money while produced larger spending per customer.
• Increased floor space and cooler space to preexisting racking and shelving to maximize "curb appeal"
• Met with salesmen weekly and sales managers monthly to review stores numbers and improve where soft.

9

years in workforce

9

years at this job

BS

Business Management

• Identified errors in accounting that achieved significant savings for RCC. Also negotiated supplier deals that enhanced profit, which in turn funded a major research and development initiative - without burdening current cash funds.
• Created system to track material returns. Recovered roughly $93,000 in returns over two years.
• Served as member of Safety Committee.

5

years in workforce

4

years at this job

BA

Marketing / Management

MA

Master of Arts

• Directed the completion of paperwork and monetary transactions associated with international distribution in a timely manner
• Conducted research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality
• Identified potential suppliers, existing suppliers meetings, and built and maintained good relationships with them
• Negotiated with clients and handled issues with customs officials
• Planned and implemented all import transportation strategies according to all supplier and customer demand
• Administered internal movement of all goods and ensureds compliance to all government regulations
• Evaluated bids and made recommendations based on commercial and technical factors

2

years in workforce

2

years at this job

BS

Accounting

• [company name] profit 15% by implementing an accurate cost control optimizing expenses related to ocean freight, distribution, and warehousing.
• Responsible for month-end accounting functions for inventory controls, sales, and cost of goods sold.
• Analyzed account profitability and prepared analysis of account variances to prior period, budget and forecasts.
• Proactively evaluated corporate needs and established guidelines for improving tracking of purchase orders, pro-forma invoice and requisitions.
• Calculated and updated company product cost. Prepared quotes for potential new customers.

7

years in workforce

11

months at this job

MA

Master of Arts

MA

Economics

• Built business network of international trading partners from Germany, Denmark and Russia.
• Improved marketing and selling strategy of company causing a 10% sales increase.
• Managed team of 8 Sales Representatives; Controlled inventory, performed ordering and purchasing.

2

years in workforce

2

years at this job

AS

Applied Sciences: Nursing

BA

Russian Language & Literature

• Involved in purchasing discussions with multiple vendors leading to increased sales
• Helped design matrix to better track warehouse inventory & customer service
• Responsible for performance group's equipment and transportation.
• Valid enhanced Chauffeur's License with Medical Endorsement.
• Responsible for the musical & performance development of 12 individuals
• Member of Kappa Kappa Psi, Nu chapter

6

years in workforce

3

years at this job

BS

Business Administration

International Trade

• Exceeded monthly sales goals by 38% through the use various sales techniques including cold calling and target marketing.
• Assist in managing and organizing inventory levels, conduct price negotiations, initiate purchase orders and managing just-in-time deliveries.
• Received an Employee Recognition Award for outstanding communication, negotiation and sales for Q3/2013.

24

years in workforce

10

years at this job

AA

Journalism / Communications

BA

Organizational Communications

• Supervised varying staff size from 3-8 individuals over 3 work shifts; added computer to supply room and all employee purchases are tracked via timecards and supply reorders are based on usage; handle direct payroll deductions; eliminate cash handling issues.
• Assisted plant management in bid-outs for capital expenditures such as building expansions and equipment purchase.
• In February 2011, the plant underwent preparations to qualify for international food safety certification called SQF(Safe Quality Food); responsible to the SQF plant practitioner for establishing qualified vendors to supply the primary line of supplies as well as a secondary line of suppliers, per standards written and established by myself and the practitioner for documentation of quality control; recall procedures of package materials; conduct monthly audits for each vendor to maintain SQF standards; Plant received certification in August 2011 with "Excellent" score of 98.
• In January 2009, became the Greenville plant compliance auditor; conduct quarterly audits of current and terminated employees; maintain Federal I-9 forms to verify compliance of corporate policies.
• In 2008, worked in the HR department for the post immigration raid; assisted in establishing hiring protocol to replace 600 workers to maintain plant operations; participated in outside classes in document training, Federal I-9 form and E-verify; participated with corporate HR to establish unified hiring policy regarding documentation for new hires; re-certified each year.

7

years in workforce

5

months at this job

BA

Communication Arts, Business Studies

• Consultant agent on damage assessment for geographical damages which accrued in the Caribbean region during the summer/Fall of 2012, and switching to fiber optic system as a way of transferring signal.
• Supervised the installation of VHF 9 panels 3 bay antennas on a self-supporting tower.
• Installed the 1kw transmitter, analog Fiber Optic transceiver installation, and implementation of a controlling systems which can be managed and maintained over a static iP address.

16

years in workforce

6

years at this job

HS

High School Diploma

AS

Associate of Science

• Interacted with sales reps of manufacturers and suppliers to obtain quotes and research potential products and services
• Conducted product research via phone and internet to identify best pricing and availability
• Utilized MAS 90 accounting system to enter purchase orders, invoices, and inventory data
• Researched quotes from various shipping companies to determine best cost and delivery times; presented to project/acct. manager; recommended best choice
• Maintained inventory supply levels via cycle counts, material usage data and communication with sales and project managers with upcoming projects
• Drove Class C truck and delivery van to pick up and deliver products, supplies and finished materials
• Received and verified incoming supplies; placed and stored in proper locations

4

years in workforce

4

years at this job

HS

High School Diploma

Commercial Helicopter Pilot

• Procured over 300 framing construction, and concrete supplies from over 50 different vendors.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills by establishing client needs and developing customized orders
• Generated in-house sales
• Performed deliveries to job sites in the greater Bay Area
• Produce drawings for special order rebar cages by assessing blueprints
• Studied and practiced different techniques of decorative concrete

1

year in workforce

1

year at this job

• Developed reports to assist in "Inventory Coordination" which helped to maintain adequate levels of inventory at all times & indicated future inventory requirements.
• Developed reports to assist in "Purchase Management" which detailed all sales on a daily and/or weekly basis & provided an insight into current/future sales trends.
• Assisted the Inventory Coordinator/Purchase Manager on other matters as needed.

8

years in workforce

1

year at this job

MS

Health Care Administration

MA

Certificate Program

American Studies

• Established export business from concept through operation.
• Researched product sources and potential vendors & created purchasing agreements.
• Developed and managed new business development plan that included calling on customers and prospective customers to enhance the business negotiations for optimal purchase arrangements.

17

years in workforce

13

years at this job

Business Administration

• Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded the necessary information.
• Oversaw daily operations for staff of 7 employees.
• Communicated with vendors regarding back order availability, future inventory
• Handled daily paperwork and cooperated with the accounting department on invoicing and shipping problems.
• Helped sales agents with customer service on products and special offers.
• Developed and executed pricing strategies to reach financial targets.
• Maintained accurate records of past due customer account activity.
• Monitored and analyzed sales records and consumer purchasing trends.
• Anticipated consumer buying patterns to create a purchase and inventory plan.

3

years in workforce

7

months at this job

BS

Business Administration

• Managed pricing, estimates and bids and performed product and cost analysis
• Identified order quantities and managed inventory costs and warehousing needs
• Maintained procurement files and tracking purchasing activity

10

years in workforce

10

years at this job

AS

Electronic Engineering

• Source new products with input from various departments
• Annual cost improvements of +5% exceeding targets of 3%
• Create purchase orders, ensure on time delivery to meet production needs, on time delivery performance was +95%

7

years in workforce

7

years at this job

MA

Master of Arts

• Researched and Procured Equipment for Construction, Landscape, and Property Maintenance Companies through auctions and vendors throughout Western U.S.
• Facilitated lease/purchase analysis.
• Administered all aspects of finance procurement through capital lease companies and banks.
• Participated in RFP negotiation of large Municipal construction contracts

10

years in workforce

2

years at this job

MBA

International Business

• Developed Quality Assurance program
• Evaluated and certify new suppliers
• Responsible to research, implement and integrate IT resources to all the departments in the company

27

years in workforce

4

years at this job

BA

Literature

MA

Religious Education

• Managed the seafood safety and guaranteed sanitary standard
• Increased sales amount, market share, and gross income in each year
• Also asked to oversee the office of Human Resources
• Upper management expressed satisfaction of my management and achievement

12

years in workforce

3

years at this job

BS

Business Management

Computer Engineering And Technology

• Bringing 50% profit from every lot of rough diamonds we purchased and sale.
• Travel to Africa specifically Sierra Leona to open the company and obtain all the required licenses to buy and export the rough diamonds, also build relationships with government members and visit the diamond mines to purchase and negotiate the rough diamonds. Also travel to do the same process in Brazil.
• Travel to New York or Armenia to take the rough diamonds to be cut and polish and then submit them to GIA or EGL for the certificates and then sell them to our clients.
• Marketing and networking for potential buyers.
• Dealing with all different jewelers, wholesalers, distributors etc.

15

years in workforce

7

years at this job

BA

Human Ecology

Business Ethics

Strictly Business

• Responsible for coaching, mentoring, developing and supervising 12 Sales Representatives.
• Developed policies, procedures and discounts for building products, cabinetry and home furnishings sold through Employee Purchase Program.
• Managed annual employee purchase sales in excess of $7.5 million.

15

years in workforce

6

months at this job

C

Finance

Psychology

• Established relationships with lenders to secure financing for automobile purchases and leases.
• Analyzed credit reports and made recommendations on applicable loan programs.
• Closed prospects via telephone using sales techniques and follow-up.
• Explained financial programs to clients and made recommendations based on need.

18

years in workforce

4

years at this job

• Call potential customers regards to selling their vehicle.
• Setting appointments to do a complete inspection on the vehicle.
• Complete the entire purchase transactions, getting all necessary documents signed.
• Scheduling the vehicle for transport to the nearest company Auction location.
• Working with the title department and Fleet lease manager to get vehicle ready for sale.
• Setting floor prices for the vehicles and any remarketing that is needed.

20

years in workforce

5

years at this job

M A

Bsc

• Managed supply contracts and projects on yearly basis.
• Introduce new Packaging materials for Ice Cream / Food from local supplier & abroad.
• Reduction in Lead time of Packaging material.
• Alternate supplier development of Packaging materials for cost reduction.

6

years in workforce

1

year at this job

BS

Bachelor of Science

MS

Master of Science

Business Administration And Economics

• Handled correspondence with all external suppliers, negotiating delivery terms and prices.
• Handled local purchases and keeping all purchase orders.
• Reviewed all documents concerning the sales account and handled clients credit terms, and assisted sales department in making new proposals.
• Generated daily, weekly and monthly reports for both sales and collection departments.
• Implemented and handled all human resources related issues (payroll, attendance, Insurance, trainings, recruitment, etc )